Volturino
Welcome to Volturino: a high-altitude Municipality
If you are looking for a characteristic and charming place to spend your summer or winter holidays, Volturino is the ideal destination for you. Located in the province of Foggia, in Puglia, this small village is situated at an altitude of 735 meters and extends over about 6300 hectares.
Territory
The village is located in one of the highest sectors of the Daunian Mountains and enjoys a suggestive panorama that, on days of excellent visibility, ranges over the Tavoliere delle Puglie Plain, from the Adriatic Sea to the Tremiti Islands, to Gargano and to the limit of Murgia barese, up to Mount Vulture in Basilicata.
Climate
Being one of the coldest and most continental places in the entire region, Volturino is famous for its rigid and characteristic climate. In winter, in fact, the average temperature often drops below 0°C, with frequent frosts and numerous snowfalls, while in summer it rarely exceeds 30°C. Not to be underestimated are also the strong winds of Föhn, Scirocco and Maestrale blowing in the area, making the climate even more peculiar.
Origin of the name
Like many Pugliese towns, Volturino also has ancient and fascinating origins. According to tradition, the name would derive from the word "avvoltoio" (utrinë in Pugliese dialect), also used as the basis for the local name "vulture," which designates the southwest wind, which often blows in the area.
Society
Demographic evolution
According to the latest survey, the Municipality of Volturino hosts 1555 inhabitants, showing a substantially stable demographic trend.
Administration
Volturino has had several civil administrations over the years. Below is a table of the list of administrations that have succeeded each other.
Sports
Football
If you love football, know that there is currently no football team in Volturino. However, it is possible to watch matches of other neighboring countries in the province of Foggia, offering a unique and engaging show.
Notes
For further information on the town, local traditions, and other aspects, consult the Wikipedia page dedicated to Volturino (https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volturino).
Related voices
If you are passionate about tourism and are interested in characteristic places of Puglia and the Daunia Mountains, you can consult other related pages, such as those on the Daunia Mountains or on the Municipalities of the province of Foggia.
Other projects
If you want to have more information on the Municipality of Volturino, visit the official website of the town (https://www.comune.volturino.fg.it/). You will find all the necessary information to organize your visit and discover the beauties of this charming locality.
