Ex Carcere San Sebastiano
The former San Sebastiano prison in Sassari is a historical building from 1857-1871, built on the Panopticon principle, now serving as a cultural center.
Location
The Ex Carcere San Sebastiano, located in Sassari along the historic Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, is an impressive example of 19th-century architecture. It was built between 1857 and 1871, replacing the older San Leonardo prison.
The building is organized according to the innovative Panopticon principle, with six wings radiating from a central rotunda to allow for maximum surveillance. This structure reflects the contemporary considerations for prison architecture and social control.
Today, the former prison has found a new purpose. It is being transformed into a judicial hub and also serves as a cultural space, offering visitors an insight into its eventful past and a unique architectural experience.
Highlights
- Panopticon-principle architecture
- Historic building from 1857 to 1871
- Central location in Sassari
- Conversion to cultural and judicial center
Tips
- Combine your visit with a walk through Sassari.
- Inquire about current exhibitions and events.
- Learn about the history of prison architecture.
- Observe the impressive facade of the building.
Practical information
Rules & notes
No relevant information currently, as the building is not open to the public.
Parking
No specific information available regarding visitor parking.
Visit duration
Da das Gelände nicht öffentlich zugänglich ist, gibt es keine Angaben zur Besichtigungsdauer.
Admission
Guided tours
No information on public guided tours or audio guides, as the building is not operated as a tourist attraction.
Accessibility
No information on wheelchair accessibility for the historical building currently under renovation.
Visitor notes
This former prison is currently being converted into a judicial center and is not publicly accessible. It is a historical building of architectural interest.
Attraction Features
Das ehemalige Gefängnis San Sebastiano wurde zwischen 1857 und 1871 gebaut. Es wird zum Justizzentrum umgebaut und Teile werden zur vorübergehenden Nutzung ausgeschrieben. Es gab auch Anfragen, den Hof als Parkplatz wiederherzustellen.
Opening hours
Information regarding current opening hours is not available, as the former prison complex is not publicly accessible and is being converted into a judicial center.
