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Tortona

Piedmont, Italy · Europe

About Tortona

Tortona sits on the route: 10 minutes from Viguzzolo, 44km from Ponte Gobbo, Bobbio.

Tortona is a town located in Piedmont, Italy. With a population of 22,743, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Tortona 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 Tortona to your route.

About Tortona

Tortona (Italian: [torˈtoːna]; Piedmontese: Torton-a [tʊrˈtʊŋa], locally [tʊrˈtɔŋa]; Latin: Dertona) is a comune of Piemonte, in the Province of Alessandria, Italy. Tortona is sited on the right bank of the Scrivia between the plain of Marengo and the foothills of the Ligurian Apennines. Its frazione of Vho is one of

Read more I Borghi più belli d'Italia ("The most beautiful villages of Italy").

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What are the best things to do in Tortona?

Tortona 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 Tortona located?

Tortona is located in Piedmont, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 44.8978 latitude, 8.8637 longitude.

What is the population of Tortona?

Tortona has a population of approximately 22,743 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
22,743
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Piedmont
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
44.8978, 8.8637

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 Tortona

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

bridge

Ponte Gobbo, Bobbio

Eleven irregular humpbacked arches carry this medieval 'devil's bridge' across the Trebbia at Bobbio, the abbey town Hemingway reputedly called part of 'the most beautiful valley in the world'. The SS45 Trebbia gorge drive to reach it is half the reward.

44 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Aquarium of Genoa

Italy's largest and Europe's second-largest aquarium in the old port of Genoa with over 70 tanks.

55 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

Genoa Old Port (Porto Antico)

Italy's grand maritime city offers a Renzo Piano-revamped harbour, big aquarium and a UNESCO palace quarter.

55 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Tortona

  • 44 kmPonte Gobbo, BobbioEleven irregular humpbacked arches carry this medieval 'devil's bridge' across the Trebbia at Bobbio, the abbey town Hemingway reputedly called part of 'the most beautiful valley in the world'. The SS45 Trebbia gorge drive to reach it is half the reward.
  • 75 kmLanghe VineyardsA UNESCO-listed wine region in Piedmont of rolling vine-covered hills producing world-class Barolo and Barbaresco wines.

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 Tortona.

Viguzzolo

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 2,892

Sarezzano

🇮🇹 Italy

5 km awayPop. 554

Carbonara Scrivia

🇮🇹 Italy

5 km awayPop. 542

Villaromagnano

🇮🇹 Italy

6 km awayPop. 604

Castellar Guidobono

🇮🇹 Italy

7 km awayPop. 393

Spineto Scrivia

🇮🇹 Italy

7 km awayPop. 272

Berzano di Tortona

🇮🇹 Italy

7 km awayPop. 27

Volpeglino

🇮🇹 Italy

8 km awayPop. 74

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