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Villette

Piedmont, Italy · Europe

About Villette

Villette works well as a base: 5 minutes from Craveggia, 35km from Lake Lugano (Swiss side).

Villette is a town located in Piedmont, Italy. With a population of 264, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Villette 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 Villette to your route.

About Villette

The Santuario della Madonna del Sangue is a sanctuary in the comune (municipality) of Re, Italy. It is devoted to the Virgin Mary and it was built where in 1494 a miracle occurred: a small fresco of the Nursing Madonna was hit by a stone and started bleeding. This sanctuary is the destination of many pilgrimages from

Read more the area and is the most important religious place in Val Vigezzo. This church is part of the Via del Mercato, an itinerary of CoEur - In the heart of European paths.

Read more on Wikipedia

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What are the best things to do in Villette?

Villette 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 Villette located?

Villette is located in Piedmont, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 46.1319 latitude, 8.5342 longitude.

What is the population of Villette?

Villette has a population of approximately 264 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
264
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Piedmont
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
46.1319, 8.5342

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 Villette

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Isola Bella

A tiny island in Lake Maggiore transformed into an extravagant Baroque palace and garden by the Borromeo family.

25 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Contra Dam (Verzasca)

The 220 m arch dam of GoldenEye's opening leap, voted the greatest movie stunt of all time: where the Val Verzasca road crosses the crest and a commercial 007 bungee jump operates in season.

25 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Stresa & Borromean Islands

An elegant belle-époque resort on Lake Maggiore, gateway to the palatial Borromean Islands and their baroque gardens.

27 km · about 30 min drive

photogenic

Ponte dei Salti

A 17th-century double-arch stone bridge over the Verzasca's emerald pools at Lavertezzo; cliff-jumpers and photographers share granite slabs polished smooth by impossibly clear green water.

27 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Stresa

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

28 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.

35 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Lake Orta

A lesser-known gem west of Lake Maggiore with the medieval village of Orta San Giulio and a tiny island monastery.

38 km · about 45 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Sacro Monte di Orta & Lake Orta

A serene small lake with island San Giulio and a wooded UNESCO sacred mountain of frescoed chapels above the village.

38 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Villette

  • 27 kmStresa & Borromean IslandsAn elegant belle-époque resort on Lake Maggiore, gateway to the palatial Borromean Islands and their baroque gardens.
  • 38 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.
  • 40 kmNufenen PassThe highest paved pass entirely within Switzerland at 2478m, offering a remote, uncrowded driving experience with panoramic high-altitude views.
  • 41 kmSimplon PassA historic Alpine crossing at 2,005 meters built by Napoleon, connecting Switzerland's Valais to Italy's Piedmont.
  • 47 kmGotthard PassHistoric Swiss pass with cobblestone sections and modern tunnel
  • 50 kmGlacier Express RouteThe 'slowest express train in the world' travels 291 km between Zermatt and St. Moritz, crossing 291 bridges and 91 tunnels through the high Alps.

Driving in Italy

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

When to drive here

April to October

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