Northern Italy

Cortina d'Ampezzo, Veneto

Northern Italy is made up of eight regions, many of which are influenced by the neighboring countries of France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia. 

Northern Italy is extremely wealthy and is an economic hub for Italy as well as the whole of Europe. It offers the most incredible mountain landscapes in all of Italy in addition to the popular city destinations of Milan and Venice.

Northern Italy experiences a cooler climate generally, with cold, wet winters, and mild summers.

Northern Italy is Known for Its:

  • Designer Fashion 
  • Luxury Car Industry 
  • World Heritage Sites and Historical Castles
  • Soaring Mountains and Breathtaking Outdoor Adventures
  • Lake Destinations (Garda, Como, Maggiore)
  • Extraordinary Ski Resorts (Italian Alps, Dolomites, Aosta Valley
  • Stunning Coastal Towns (Cinque Terre, Sanremo, Porto Venere, Portofino)
  • Food: Pesto, Risotto, Polenta, Truffles, Parmigiano Cheese, Prosciutto di Parma, Focaccia Bread, Hearty Meat Sauces
  • Wine: Prosecco, Pinot Grigio, Moscato, Barolo, Barbera, Amarone

Popular Cities:

  • Milan
  • Venice
  • Verona
  • Como
  • Turin
  • Genoa 
  • Portofino
  • Cinque Terre
  • Bologna
  • Parma

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