Tombolo
Veneto · Padova

Tombolo

8,100 residents · 66,100 within 5 km · 40 m above sea level

83Quality of life
78Infrastruktur
80Economy

What Tombolo is actually like

Situated in the province of Padova, Tombolo is a quaint comune known locally as Tónboło. With its roots deeply embedded in the Venetian culture, the town offers a glimpse into the region's rich history and traditions. Tombolo is renowned for its vibrant community life and well-preserved local customs that are celebrated throughout the year. The town's economic activity is bolstered by small-scale industries and artisanal craftsmanship, which contribute significantly to the local economy. Residents benefit from a high quality of life, attributed to strong communal ties and efficient local governance. Tombolo also serves as an accessible retreat for tourists seeking to experience the charm of smaller Italian towns away from the bustling tourist paths. Its proximity to major cities like Padova ensures that residents and visitors can enjoy both tranquility and the convenities of urban living.

How Tombolo is built

Post-war expanded comune

Pre-war 10%Mid-century 74%Modern 16%
Settlement pattern
Compact
2% of homes scattered in the countryside
In town 98%Dispersed 2%
Condition
86%
Some wear — 14% needs work
Good / excellent 86%Poor / mediocre 14%
Occupancy
87%
Lived-in year-round — 13% holiday or vacant
Main homes 87%Holiday or vacant 13%
TomboloGuizzePeraroRoncà IIRoncà I
Historic coreEstablishedPost-warModernRuralSparsely built

Building age, condition and occupancy from the ISTAT census (2011), by census section. Occupancy is shown as one honest split — the 2011 census does not reliably separate holiday homes from vacant ones.

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