Savigliano
Piemonte · Cuneo

Savigliano

21,800 residents · 45,800 within 5 km · 312 m above sea level

88Quality of life
71Infrastruktur
79Economy

What Savigliano is actually like

Savigliano, located in the heart of Piemonte, is a town distinguished by its rich historical tapestry and a vibrant local culture. Renowned for its medieval architecture, the historical center features highlights such as the Civic Tower and the medieval square of Santorre di Santa Rosa. Festivals like the Festa Internazionale del Pane celebrate local traditions and enhance its community spirit. Savigliano benefits from a strong connection to agriculture and craftsmanship, notably in cheese production and other artisan industries, which contribute to its economy. While Savigliano affords a good quality of life, potential expats may note some drawbacks, such as limited access to international flights, with the nearest airport being over an hour away. Nonetheless, the town's manageable size and excellent walkability promote a close-knit community atmosphere, making it an appealing choice for retirees and expats looking to engage with Italian culture.

How Savigliano is built

Mixed-fabric comune

Pre-war 41%Mid-century 40%Modern 19%
Settlement pattern
Semi-dispersed
26% of homes scattered in the countryside
In town 74%Dispersed 26%
Condition
91%
Mostly sound — 9% needs work
Good / excellent 91%Poor / mediocre 9%
Occupancy
87%
Lived-in year-round — 13% holiday or vacant
Main homes 87%Holiday or vacant 13%
SaviglianoLevaldigiCavallottaSan SalvatoreRigrassoApparizioneCanavere Basse
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.

Towns like Savigliano

Closest matches in Piemonte on quality of life, infrastructure and economy.

The rest of the Savigliano profile — cost of living, healthcare, climate, broadband, schools and the full pros & cons — is behind a free account.