Borgofranco d'Ivrea
Welcome to Borgofranco d'Ivrea!
Borgofranco d'Ivrea is an Italian municipality located in the Piedmont region, more precisely in the metropolitan city of Turin. The city has a population of 3588 and is known for its history, monuments, and typical products.
The History of Borgofranco
During the Roman era, Borgofranco d'Ivrea was crossed by the Via delle Gallie, an important consular road built by Augustus to connect the Po Valley with Gaul. The city has a long history and there are many monuments and places of interest to discover.
The Symbols of Borgofranco
The municipality of Borgofranco d'Ivrea has a coat of arms and a banner granted by the President of the Italian Republic on April 14, 1980. These symbols are important to identify and distinguish the municipality from others.
Physical Geography
The territory of Borgofranco d'Ivrea extends on both sides of the Dora Baltea, the river that crosses the city. The city includes the San Germano fraction to the north and extends to the Ivrea Lakes area to the southeast, reaching the 515 meters of altitude of Montesino. The Baio Dora fraction is located on the right bank of the Dora Baltea.
The Balmetti
One of the most interesting attractions of Borgofranco is the Balmetti, natural mountain cavities adapted into cellars by its inhabitants. The constant temperature of these cavities makes it possible to preserve food. This geothermal phenomenon has been exploited for centuries by the inhabitants of Canavese.
The Francigena Way
Borgofranco is located on the Francigena Way in Piedmont, in its Canavesana variant. This route is part of the Italian cultural heritage and is very important for the surrounding area.
The Society of Borgofranco
According to the data of the National Institute of Statistics, as of December 31, 2017, the foreign citizens residing in Borgofranco d'Ivrea are 256, mainly from Romania, Morocco, Kosovo, and Burundi.
The Economy of Borgofranco
Borgofranco d'Ivrea is known for its typical products such as canestrelli, a sweet from Canavese produced since the Middle Ages. These sweets are made with a thin wafer and have the emblem of the municipality stamped on the surface. Among the local wines, the most famous are Carema and Erbaluce di Caluso.
Infrastructure and Transport
The municipality of Borgofranco d'Ivrea is served by the Borgofranco railway station on the Chivasso-Ivrea-Aosta line.
Administration
The municipal administration of Borgofranco d'Ivrea has been led by different people over the years. There are no active twinning or partnership agreements in the municipality.
Conclusions
Borgofranco d'Ivrea is a small but culturally rich city with many attractions. With its monuments and history, it offers many opportunities for discovery and fun. The city is also the ideal place to taste the typical products of Canavese such as canestrelli and local wines like Carema and Erbaluce di Caluso.
