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Ponteranica

Lombardy, Italy · Europe

About Ponteranica

Ponteranica is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Paladina, 34km from Monte Isola, Lake Iseo.

Ponteranica is a town located in Lombardy, Italy. With a population of 6,463, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Ponteranica 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 Ponteranica to your route.

About Ponteranica

Ponteranica (Italian: [ponteˈraːnika]; Bergamasque: Potranga or Put de Ranga; lit. 'Bridge to Ranica') is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Bergamo in the Italian region of Lombardy, located about 50 kilometres (31 mi) northeast of Milan and about 4 kilometres (2 mi) northwest of Bergamo. As of 31 December

Read more 2004, it had a population of 6,866 and an area of 8.4 square kilometres (3.2 mi2). The source of the river Morla is located in Ponteranica. A part of its surface is occupied by Maresana Hill and some of its territory belongs to Parco dei Colli di Bergamo. Ponteranica borders the following municipalities: Alzano Lombardo, Bergamo, Ranica, Sorisole, Torre Boldone, Zogno.

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Where is Ponteranica located?

Ponteranica is located in Lombardy, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 45.7325 latitude, 9.6517 longitude.

What is the population of Ponteranica?

Ponteranica has a population of approximately 6,463 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
6,463
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Lombardy
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
45.7325, 9.6517

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 Ponteranica

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Bergamo Città Alta

A walled hilltop old town of Venetian ramparts and stacked piazzas, reached by funicular above the modern lower city.

3 km · about 5 min 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.

31 km · about 35 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.

31 km · about 35 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Monte Isola, Lake Iseo

Europe's largest lake island rises car-free from Lake Iseo, crowned by a sanctuary with sweeping water views.

34 km · about 40 min drive

racetrack

Autodromo di Franciacorta

Modern circuit in Lombardy's sparkling-wine country, home to Italy's official Porsche Experience Center. Combines track drives with the vineyards of Franciacorta on your doorstep.

36 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Moto Guzzi Museum

The historic Moto Guzzi factory and museum on the shores of Lake Como at Mandello del Lario, running since 1921.

39 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Bellagio

The pearl of Lake Como, set on a promontory where the lake's two southern arms divide, lined with grand villas and gardens.

41 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Varenna

A tranquil fishing village on Lake Como's eastern shore with romantic lakeside walkways and the terraced Villa Monastero gardens.

42 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Ponteranica

  • 34 kmMonte Isola, Lake IseoEurope's largest lake island rises car-free from Lake Iseo, crowned by a sanctuary with sweeping water views.
  • 43 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.
  • 44 kmBrunate Funicular ViewpointA historic funicular climbs from Como city to Brunate for a sweeping balcony view over the lake and Alps.
  • 69 kmBrusio Spiral ViaductA nine-arched open-air spiral where the Bernina Railway loops 360 degrees over itself to shed height near the Italian border; the little red trains corkscrew past in full view of the roadside meadow.
  • 74 kmMaloja PassUnique among Alpine passes for having hairpins on only one side, dropping dramatically from the Engadin plateau into the Val Bregaglia toward Italy.
  • 77 kmPasso del MortiroloOne of the steepest and most brutal climbs in professional cycling, with gradients exceeding 18% on a narrow road through dense forest.

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 Ponteranica.

Sorisole

🇮🇹 Italy

1 km awayPop. 8,614

Almè

🇮🇹 Italy

3 km awayPop. 5,660

Villa d'Almè

🇮🇹 Italy

3 km awayPop. 6,208

Paladina

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 3,982

Scano al Brembo

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 3,458

Bergamo

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 121,200

Almenno San Salvatore

🇮🇹 Italy

5 km awayPop. 5,670

Torre Boldone

🇮🇹 Italy

5 km awayPop. 8,092

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