Mondovì
Piemonte · Cuneo

Mondovì

22,100 residents · 54,900 within 5 km · 413 m above sea level

90Quality of life
69Infrastructure
81Economy

What Mondovì is actually like

Mondovì, located in the heart of Piemonte, offers a unique lifestyle for foreign expats and retirees. This charming town features notable historical landmarks, including the picturesque Piazza Maggiore and the panoramic Belvedere Tower. Its old town, Mondovì Piazza, is rich in architecture and history, providing a sense of stepping back in time. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate hiking and biking opportunities amidst the rolling hills and vineyards of the surrounding countryside, while local markets offer delicacies such as truffles and esteemed wines like Barolo. Culturally, Mondovì hosts events like the Festa della Ceramica and the Mondovì Jazz Festival, enriching the community atmosphere. However, while the town boasts good health care and air quality, access to larger urban amenities is somewhat limited, with the nearest beach over an hour away. Nevertheless, its excellent transport links and community-focused lifestyle make it a noteworthy consideration for expats seeking the charm of rural Italy.

How Mondovì is built

Mixed-fabric comune

Pre-war 41%Mid-century 49%Modern 10%
Settlement pattern
Semi-dispersed
32% of homes scattered in the countryside
In town 68%Dispersed 32%
Condition
81%
Some wear — 19% needs work
Good / excellent 81%Poor / mediocre 19%
Occupancy
80%
Lived-in year-round — 20% holiday or vacant
Main homes 80%Holiday or vacant 20%
BreoPiazzaSant'Anna AvagninaSan Giovanni GovoniBreolungiGratteriaRegione Gandolfi
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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