Torre di Massimago

Massimago Wine Tower in Padua
This ancient tower from the 14th century has been recently restored and is nestled in a centuries-old park in the centre of Padua. It is an ideal location for visitors staying in this magnificent art city with its historic origins.
The ‘Tower of Soccorso’ or rescue tower, as it is known, was originally constructed as a military building between the 12th and 13th centuries. It formed an integral part of Padua’s defensive fortifications, harking back to the city’s golden age during the rule of the Carraresi family, who held power from 1318 to 1405, establishing their dominance and Lordship here.
Based on analysis of Vincenzo Dotto‘s map of the walls in 1632, it is believed that there is a secret passage still to be discovered today, connecting the tower to the castle.
The Massimago Wine Tower currently consists of 3 units: an apartment with a living room that includes a fireplace, a kitchen and a double bedroom; a private room with a bathroom with a shower; and a suite with a frescoed double bedroom and a bright living room.

The history of Massimago Wine Tower
Legend has it that Padua was founded in 1183 B.C. by the Trojan prince Antenor and the city has since developed into a major cultural and artistic centre, famous for its renowned university, charming botanical garden, and the illustrious personalities who have lived there in the past and greatly contributed to its glowing prestige in Europe and around the world, such as Giotto, Donatello and Galileo Galilei.
In the 19th century, the Tower was purchased by notary Antonio Piazza, who used it, together with the garden, to house his art collection. After a brief period of abandonment, Soccorso Tower has been fully restored to its former glory, thanks to extensive restoration work.