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Built between 1795 and 1797 and dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows, it has long been a spiritual reference point for the inhabitants of the village.
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The Clock Tower is the symbol of Porto Sant'Elpidio. Built between 1350 and 1560 to defend the coast from pirates, it was erected in 1247 with the independence of the city. Known for its mysterious underground tunnels connecting it to Villa Murri, it has been restored and now hosts a tourism office (IAT) and municipal offices.
The Clock Tower represents the historical memory of Porto Sant’Elpidio. Its origins date back to 1247, the year the city gained autonomy and permission to build a port. The tower itself began construction in 1350, but work faced long interruptions due to irregularities and conflicts with nearby Fermo. It was completed only in 1560 to protect the coastline from raids by pirates and Turks.
In 1786, with the addition of the clock and the new customs office, the tower became the center of maritime trade. Its history is enriched by the mystery of ancient underground passages, discovered in 1986, that lead to Villa Murri and are thought to date back to the Roman era.
After being handed over to private owners and falling into severe disrepair, the municipality reacquired it in 1980. Thanks to a long restoration completed in 1997, the structure is now available to citizens: it houses tourism and commerce offices, the IAT welcome desk, and spaces for cultural events immersed in a legendary atmosphere.
The Torre dell’Orologio is located in the heart of Porto Sant’Elpidio, in Piazzale Virgilio. It can be reached by car via the A14 motorway, taking the Porto Sant’Elpidio exit, or along the SS16 Adriatica road, following signs for the town centre.
Porto Sant’Elpidio has its own railway station on the Adriatic railway line. From the station, the Torre dell’Orologio can be reached comfortably on foot, as it is located close to the town centre.
Visitors can use parking areas in the town centre and near the railway station. In summer or during events, it is advisable to check local signs and any temporary parking restrictions.
Built between 1795 and 1797 and dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows, it has long been a spiritual reference point for the inhabitants of the village.
Built in the early 19th century by the Sinibaldi family and later passed to the counts Maggiori and the Murri family, this historic brick residence has served over time as a municipal seat, a school, and a polyclinic. Surrounded by a large garden accessible from two entrances, the villa represents today a fundamental piece of the historical and social memory of Porto Sant'Elpidio.
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