Cinta Muraria e Torre dell'Orologio

History

The walls of Cascina

Cascina developed as a medieval village precisely because of its position on the road between Pisa and Lucca, two cities that alternately controlled it several times. For this reason it was surrounded by walls, documented from 1293, during the wars between the Republic of Pisa and Florence. In 1313, according to an inscription recalled by tradition, a tower of Cascina was destroyed by the Lucchesi.

What to see

The circuit surrounded the old town and was accompanied by a moat, fed according to some by the Cascina stream. Some stretches were demolished to open new entrances and to «give air» to the town, others are visible only from the inside because they are incorporated into 20th-century buildings. The corner towers with a pentagonal plan are distinctive. The sources consulted give no details on the clock tower: to be confirmed.

Where it is

In the historic centre of Cascina (Pisa, Tuscany).

Practical information

Tickets and where to buy them

The walls can be seen from the outside and from the streets of the centre; no entrance fee is expected for the public parts (to be confirmed).

Opening days and hours

Opening days and hours: to be confirmed.

Where to eat

In the village and its surroundings there are trattorias and restaurants; the up-to-date list is to be confirmed with the municipality or the tourist office.

Parking and services

Parking and services: to be confirmed. In historic centres, car access may be limited.

Accessibility and other information

Accessibility for people with reduced mobility: to be confirmed. As these are medieval structures, stairs, slopes and uneven surfaces are common.

Opening hours, prices and services change often: before your visit, call the official number or check the castle’s website. Last checked: November 2026.

Sources: Cascina (comune) (Wikipedia).