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Solbiate

Lombardy, Italy · Europe

About Solbiate

Solbiate works well as a base: 24km from Lake Lugano (Swiss side).

Solbiate is a town located in Lombardy, Italy. With a population of 1,673, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Solbiate 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 Solbiate to your route.

About Solbiate

Solbiate (Comasco: Solbiaa [sulˈbjaː]) is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Como in the Italian region Lombardy, located about 40 kilometres (25 mi) northwest of Milan and about 12 kilometres (7 mi) southwest of Como. As of 31 December 2004, it had a population of 2,360 and an area of 4.1 square kilometres

Read more (1.6 mi2). Solbiate borders the following municipalities: Albiolo, Beregazzo con Figliaro, Binago, Cagno, Malnate, Olgiate Comasco.

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Where is Solbiate located?

Solbiate is located in Lombardy, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 45.7897 latitude, 8.9331 longitude.

What is the population of Solbiate?

Solbiate has a population of approximately 1,673 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
1,673
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Lombardy
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
45.7897, 8.9331

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 Solbiate

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

MV Agusta Museum

A museum dedicated to MV Agusta's legendary racing heritage near Varese, showcasing decades of championship-winning motorcycles.

11 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Brunate Funicular Viewpoint

A historic funicular climbs from Como city to Brunate for a sweeping balcony view over the lake and Alps.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Morcote

Former fishing village stacked against the hillside at Lake Lugano's southern tip: arcaded lanes, palm-lined quays and the 400-step climb to Santa Maria del Sasso; voted Switzerland's most beautiful village in 2016.

15 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Lake Lugano (Swiss side)

A Mediterranean-flavoured lake straddling Switzerland and Italy, framed by steep mountains and the charming Italian-speaking town of Lugano.

24 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Villa del Balbianello

A stunning 18th-century lakeside villa on a wooded promontory of Lake Como, famous as a film location for Star Wars and James Bond.

29 km · about 35 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.

31 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Stresa

An elegant resort town on the western shore of Lake Maggiore offering panoramic views of the Borromean Islands.

33 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Villa Carlotta

A grand 18th-century lakeside villa on Lake Como famous for its botanical gardens with azaleas, rhododendrons, and Canova sculptures.

33 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Solbiate

  • Right hereBrunate Funicular ViewpointA historic funicular climbs from Como city to Brunate for a sweeping balcony view over the lake and Alps.
  • 33 kmStresa & Borromean IslandsAn elegant belle-époque resort on Lake Maggiore, gateway to the palatial Borromean Islands and their baroque gardens.
  • 36 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.
  • 41 kmSacro Monte di Orta & Lake OrtaA serene small lake with island San Giulio and a wooded UNESCO sacred mountain of frescoed chapels above the village.

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 Solbiate.

Binago

🇮🇹 Italy

1 km awayPop. 4,550

Beregazzo con Figliaro

🇮🇹 Italy

1 km awayPop. 2,310

Figliaro

🇮🇹 Italy

1 km awayPop. 1,452

Albiolo

🇮🇹 Italy

2 km awayPop. 2,508

Cagno

🇮🇹 Italy

3 km awayPop. 2,004

Olgiate Comasco

🇮🇹 Italy

3 km awayPop. 10,733

Valmorea

🇮🇹 Italy

3 km awayPop. 2,467

Castelnuovo Bozzente

🇮🇹 Italy

3 km awayPop. 864

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