Montale Tower

San Marino, San Marino

Montale is one of three peaks which overlook the city of San Marino, the capital of the Republic of San Marino. The other two are De La Fratta and Guaita. The tower on the peak was constructed in the 14th century. Unlike the other two towers constructed on the mount, Montale is not open to the public. It is one of the three towers depicted on both the national flag and coat of arms of San Marino. It is thought to have been constructed to give protection against the increasing power of the Malatesta family in that region. It was also used as a prison, and accordingly, the only entrance to the tower is a door about seven metres from ground level, which was common for prison architecture of the time.

References:

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Address

Strada Sottomontana 39, San Marino, San Marino

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Details

Founded: 14th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in San Marino

More Information

www.sanmarinosite.com
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Rating

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Interesting Sites Nearby

Palazzo Pubblico (0,9 km)
Basilica di San Marino (0,9 km)
Chiesa di San Francesco (0,7 km)
Guaita Tower (0,6 km)
Cesta Tower (0,3 km)

User Reviews

Enjoy life (2 years ago)
Lovely view from this third tower

Travel Time (2 years ago)
Outstanding 360 view

Angelo Gebauer (2 years ago)
Awesome views!

Piotr Mazgaj (2 years ago)
A nice path.

K Adams (3 years ago)
It's not the easiest walk to get here, but it's worth the pain. The views are incredible

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