Malo
Veneto · Vicenza

Malo

14,700 residents · 134,000 within 5 km · 124 m above sea level

88Quality of life
81Infrastructure
82Economy

What Malo is actually like

Tucked away in the Vicenza province of Northern Italy, Malo offers an inviting blend of cultural heritage and serene landscapes. Known historically for its textile industry, this small town balances industrial influence with its picturesque northern Italian charm. The streets are often praised for their well-preserved medieval architecture giving residents and visitors a palpable sense of history. As Malo continues to embrace modern development, it maintains a strong connection to its past, evident in the community celebrations and the meticulous preservation of local landmarks. Offering various amenities including schools, healthcare facilities, and local cuisine options, Malo serves as an attractive spot for expatriates seeking a tranquil lifestyle with easy access to larger cities like Vicinese and Venice. The town is also noted for its active communal life and the warmth of its residents, making it an ideal place for those looking to integrate smoothly into Italian culture.

How Malo is built

Post-war expanded comune

Pre-war 22%Mid-century 61%Modern 17%
Settlement pattern
Compact
8% of homes scattered in the countryside
In town 92%Dispersed 8%
Condition
84%
Some wear — 16% needs work
Good / excellent 84%Poor / mediocre 16%
Occupancy
93%
Lived-in year-round — 7% holiday or vacant
Main homes 93%Holiday or vacant 7%
MaloFondo MuriCanovaBorgo RedentoreMarchioriTirondoloVallugana Bassa
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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