Emergency numbers in Bologna.
History
Emergency numbers in Italy are standard nationwide, active 24/7 and free even from mobile phones.
What to see
112 — Single European emergency number (Carabinieri/general assistance). 113 — State Police. 115 — Fire Brigade. 118 — Medical emergency/ambulance. For non-urgent tourist information, the reference point is the IAT tourist information office of the Municipality of Bologna: updated contacts are on the official website comune.bologna.it, tourism section.
Did you know…
- 112 is the single emergency number across the entire European Union, not just Italy.
Practical information
| Hours | Emergency numbers: active 24/7. IAT office: hours on the municipality's website. |
|---|---|
| Ticket | Calls to emergency numbers are always free, even without remaining phone credit. |
| Accessibility | 112 also handles assistance requests for hearing-impaired people via dedicated apps; check NUE 112 app availability. |
Tips for your visit
- Save the emergency numbers on your phone before travelling, even if they're easy to remember.
- For non-urgent help (directions, tourist info) contact the IAT office rather than emergency numbers.
Frequently asked questions
112, active 24/7 and free, valid throughout Italy and the European Union.