The Campanone: 100 Bells That Tell the Story of Bergamo Alta

A sound you cannot miss

Every evening at 10 PM, the Campanone rings out from the heart of Bergamo Alta.

Its deep voice spreads across Piazza Vecchia, turning an ordinary evening into a moment of history. For centuries, these evening chimes have been connected with the ancient curfew, when the four gates of the old city were closed for the night.

Today, the tradition continues — but there is a fascinating question hiding behind those famous chimes:

Are there really 100?