Porto Viro
Veneto · Rovigo

Porto Viro

13,700 residents · 43,400 within 5 km · 1 m above sea level

82Quality of life
69Infrastructure
72Economy

What Porto Viro is actually like

Porto Viro, a commune known also by its former name Taglio di Po, is nestled in the Veneto region of Italy, within the province of Rovigo. Once an integral part of the Republic of Venice, the town retains a rich historical aura dating back to its origination from the division of the Adige River. Spanning an area of about 108.94 square kilometers, it represents a blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty. Porto Viro serves as an inviting destination for those interested in exploring authentic Italian landscapes and historical sites. The local economy largely benefits from agriculture, reflecting the fertile soils of the Po Delta. The commune also facilitates exploration into the Venice lagoon, providing a unique perspective on rural Italian life contrasted against historical narratives.

How Porto Viro is built

Post-war expanded comune

Pre-war 11%Mid-century 68%Modern 21%
Settlement pattern
Compact
6% of homes scattered in the countryside
In town 94%Dispersed 6%
Condition
86%
Some wear — 14% needs work
Good / excellent 86%Poor / mediocre 14%
Occupancy
81%
Lived-in year-round — 19% holiday or vacant
Main homes 81%Holiday or vacant 19%
Porto ViroPorto LevanteVillaregiaVenieraCa' CappellinoCa' CappelloMea
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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