Paese
Veneto · Treviso

Paese

22,200 residents · 163,700 within 5 km · 28 m above sea level

87Quality of life
78Infrastructure
81Economy

What Paese is actually like

Nestled in Italy's Veneto region, the comune of Paese, also known by its Venetian moniker, Paexe, introduces itself with a blend of traditional charm and measured growth. This municipality, located in the province of Treviso, operates under a Mayor-Council government system, which consistently supports its small yet comprehensive urban development. With Treviso just a short distance away, Paese offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling city atmosphere while retaining close ties to urban conveniences and cultural offerings. The scenic beauty of the surrounding landscape coupled with a cultivated sense of community makes Paese an appealing destination for expatriates seeking a serene living environment. Moreover, the strategic positioning within Veneto aids in maintaining a thriving local economy traditionally based on agriculture, now expanding into other sectors supporting local employment and community services.

How Paese is built

Post-war expanded comune

Pre-war 8%Mid-century 62%Modern 30%
Settlement pattern
Compact
4% of homes scattered in the countryside
In town 96%Dispersed 4%
Condition
79%
Some wear — 21% needs work
Good / excellent 79%Poor / mediocre 21%
Occupancy
90%
Lived-in year-round — 10% holiday or vacant
Main homes 90%Holiday or vacant 10%
PaeseCastagnolePostiomaPadernelloPorcellengoCase ArmenteriCase Corrente
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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