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Melzo

Lombardy, Italy · Europe

About Melzo

Melzo works well as a base: 5 minutes from Gorgonzola, 18km from Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano).

Melzo is a town located in Lombardy, Italy. With a population of 18,031, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Melzo sits in Italy, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Rome time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Melzo to your route.

About Melzo

Melzo (Lombard: Melz [ˈmɛls]) is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Milan in the Italian region Lombardy, located about 20 kilometres (12 mi) east of Milan. As of 31 December 2004, it had a population of 18,400 and an area of 9.7 square kilometres (3.7 mi2). Melzo borders the following municipalities:

Read more Gorgonzola, Pozzuolo Martesana, Cassina de' Pecchi, Vignate, Truccazzano, Liscate. Melzo received the honorary title of city with a presidential decree on March 14, 1952. It is served by Melzo railway station.

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What are the best things to do in Melzo?

Melzo offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Melzo located?

Melzo is located in Lombardy, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 45.4981 latitude, 9.4204 longitude.

What is the population of Melzo?

Melzo has a population of approximately 18,031 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
18,031
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Lombardy
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
45.4981, 9.4204

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Italy

Police
113
Ambulance
118
Fire
115
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.

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Worth the detour from Melzo

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Autodromo Nazionale Monza

The 'Temple of Speed': one of the oldest and fastest circuits in the world, hosting the Italian Grand Prix since 1922.

17 km · about 20 min drive

museum

Monza Circuit Museum

Small museum inside the Monza park preserving the history of Italian Grand Prix racing with historic cars and memorabilia.

17 km · about 20 min drive

cathedral

Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano)

Italy's largest church and the third-largest in the world, a breathtaking Gothic masterpiece adorned with 3,400 statues and 135 spires.

18 km · about 20 min drive

cathedral

Church of San Lorenzo Maggiore

One of the oldest churches in Milan, featuring an early Christian octagonal plan and Roman-era colonnade.

19 km · about 20 min drive

museum

The Last Supper (Santa Maria delle Grazie)

Leonardo da Vinci's iconic mural painting of the Last Supper, housed in the refectory of a Dominican convent in Milan.

20 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Deus Ex Machina Milan

Milan's temple of motorcycle and surf culture with custom bikes, coffee, food, and a vibrant events programme.

20 km · about 25 min drive

museum

Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology

Italy's largest science museum, housed in a Milan monastery, with halls of vintage vehicles, locomotives, aircraft, the submarine Toti and machines built from Leonardo's drawings.

20 km · about 25 min drive

museum

Museo Storico Alfa Romeo

Beautifully restored museum chronicling Alfa Romeo's racing glory and design mastery across three themed floors at the historic Arese factory.

27 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Melzo

  • 44 kmBrunate Funicular ViewpointA historic funicular climbs from Como city to Brunate for a sweeping balcony view over the lake and Alps.
  • 57 kmMonte Isola, Lake IseoEurope's largest lake island rises car-free from Lake Iseo, crowned by a sanctuary with sweeping water views.
  • 59 kmLake Como Shore RoadA winding lakeside road hugging Lake Como's western shore with tunnels, villa gates, and views of snow-capped Alps reflected in deep blue water.

Driving in Italy

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.82/litre
Motorway tolls
~€8.50/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Melzo.

Liscate

🇮🇹 Italy

2 km awayPop. 3,803

Pozzuolo Martesana

🇮🇹 Italy

3 km awayPop. 5,050

Vignate

🇮🇹 Italy

3 km awayPop. 8,800

Gorgonzola

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 18,979

Sant'Agata Martesana

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 2,060

Truccazzano

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 1,864

Premenugo

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 1,585

Trecella

🇮🇹 Italy

5 km awayPop. 2,704

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