Crevalcore
Emilia-Romagna · Bologna

Crevalcore

14,100 residents · 77,100 within 5 km · 18 m above sea level

88Quality of life
71Infrastrutture
81Economy

What Crevalcore is actually like

Crevalcore, nestled in the heart of Emilia-Romagna, is a town that balances historical charm with modern convenience. It boasts a strategic location, approximately 30 kilometers from Bologna, offering easy access to major urban amenities and the nearest airport. The town is characterized by a vibrant local culture, highlighted by the annual festivals and a dedication to preserving its artistic heritage through notable figures like painter Antonio Leonelli. The strong sense of community is evident in local traditions, particularly centered around St. Sylvester's Day. While Crevalcore offers a generally good quality of life, it does face certain challenges, including recovery from a devastating earthquake that impacted its infrastructure and historic buildings. The town presents a walkable environment with a solid internet infrastructure, appealing to retirees and expats seeking a serene lifestyle not far from Italy's metropolitan cities. Beaches are a considerable distance away, necessitating travel for seaside leisure.

How Crevalcore is built

Post-war expanded comune

Pre-war 28%Mid-century 54%Modern 18%
Settlement pattern
Semi-dispersed
18% of homes scattered in the countryside
In town 82%Dispersed 18%
Condition
85%
Some wear — 15% needs work
Good / excellent 85%Poor / mediocre 15%
Occupancy
85%
Lived-in year-round — 15% holiday or vacant
Main homes 85%Holiday or vacant 15%
CrevalcorePalata PepoliCaselleBevilacquaBeni Comunali-Borgata OrsiBologninaGuisa Pepoli-Case Torlonia
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 Crevalcore

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