# Verbania

> Italian city

**Wikidata**: [Q3639](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q3639)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verbania)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/verbania

## Summary
Verbania is an Italian city located in the Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Piedmont, serving as the provincial capital. Situated on the western shore of Lake Maggiore, it has a population of 29,945 as of 2023 and covers an area of 37.49 square kilometers. The city is known for its scenic beauty and historical significance in the region.

## Key Facts
- **Country**: Italy  
- **Population**: 29,945 (as of 2023-01-01)  
- **Area**: 37.49 km² (as of 2011-10-09)  
- **Coordinates**: 45°55′22″N 8°33′11″E  
- **Demonym**: *Verbanesi* (masculine plural)  
- **Official Name**: Verbania  
- **Website**: [https://www.comune.verbania.it/](https://www.comune.verbania.it/) (Italian)  
- **Time Zone**: UTC+01:00 (standard), UTC+02:00 (daylight saving)  
- **Elevation**: 197 meters above sea level  
- **Patron Saint**: Victor Maurus  
- **ISTAT ID**: 103072  
- **Postal Codes**: 28900, 28921–28925  
- **Local Dialing Code**: 0323  
- **License Plate Code**: VB  
- **Seismic Classification**: 4 (as of 2022-08-27)  

## FAQs
- **What cities is Verbania twinned with?**  
  Verbania is twinned with Bourg-de-Péage (France), Crikvenica (Croatia), East Grinstead (UK), Mindelheim (Germany), Piatra Neamț (Romania), Sant Feliu de Guíxols (Spain), Schwaz (Austria), and Spinazzola (Italy).  

- **What are Verbania’s geographical boundaries?**  
  It borders Arizzano, Baveno, Cambiasca, Cossogno, Ghiffa, Gravellona Toce, Laveno-Mombello, Mergozzo, Miazzina, San Bernardino Verbano, Stresa, and Vignone.  

- **What is Verbania’s seismic risk classification?**  
  The city has a seismic classification of 4, indicating moderate risk.  

- **What is Verbania’s elevation?**  
  It sits at 197 meters above sea level.  

- **What languages are spoken in Verbania?**  
  The official language is Italian.  

## Why It Matters
Verbania holds significance as the administrative and cultural hub of the Verbano-Cusio-Ossola province. Its strategic location on Lake Maggiore makes it a key tourism destination, blending natural beauty with historical heritage. The city’s role as a provincial capital underscores its economic and logistical importance in Piedmont. Recognized in international databases like GeoNames and VIAF, Verbania is also notable for its inclusion in the *Encyclopædia Britannica* and its twinning with cities across Europe, reflecting its global connections.

## Notable For
- Provincial capital of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola.  
- Twinned with eight cities across Europe.  
- Seismic classification of 4, influencing regional safety policies.  
- Home to Stadio Carlo Pedroli, a notable sports venue.  
- Featured in the *Gran Enciclopèdia Catalana* and *Treccani* encyclopedia.  
- Recognized in the 1911 *Encyclopædia Britannica* under "Pallanza."  

## Body

### Geography & Location  
Verbania is situated at coordinates 45°55′22″N 8°33′11″E, spanning 37.49 km². Its northernmost point reaches 45.9733507°N, while its southernmost extends to 45.9013364°N. The city’s easternmost and westernmost coordinates are 8.6087116°E and 8.4427903°E, respectively. It lies within the Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, bordering 12 municipalities, including Baveno and Stresa.  

### Demographics & Language  
As of 2023, Verbania’s population is 29,945, determined via demographic balance. The official language is Italian, with the demonym *Verbanesi* used for masculine plural references.  

### Administration & Governance  
- **ISTAT ID**: 103072 (references Q214195).  
- **Website**: Primary site [https://www.comune.verbania.it/](https://www.comune.verbania.it/) (Italian) and tourism-focused [https://viviverbania.it/](https://viviverbania.it/).  
- **Facebook**: @comune.verbania.  
- **Twinned Cities**: Eight partnerships, including Mindelheim (Germany) and Piatra Neamț (Romania).  

### Culture & Heritage  
- **Patron Saint**: Victor Maurus, celebrated locally.  
- **Coat of Arms**: Depicted at [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Verbania-Stemma.svg](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Verbania-Stemma.svg).  
- **Museums**: Recognized by *Museum Digital* with ID 86802.  

### Infrastructure  
- **Stadio Carlo Pedroli**: A key sports venue owned by the city.  
- **Postal Codes**: 28900 (primary) and 28921–28925.  
- **Dialing Code**: 0323.  
- **License Plate Code**: VB.  

### Technical & Classifications  
- **Seismic Classification**: 4 (moderate risk), updated 2022-08-27.  
- **OpenStreetMap ID**: 46498.  
- **UN/LOCODE**: ITVEA.  

### External Recognition  
- **VIAF ID**: 132522548.  
- **GeoNames ID**: 6542004.  
- **Encyclopædia Britannica**: Listed under "Verbania" and referenced in the 1911 edition under "Pallanza."  
- **Library of Congress Authority ID**: n80089398.  

### Historical & Geographic Context  
Verbania’s municipal code (L746) and inclusion in the *Gran Enciclopèdia Catalana* (ID: verbania) highlight its administrative and cultural standing. The city’s elevation (197m) and Lake Maggiore shoreline contribute to its tourism appeal, while its seismic classification reflects regional environmental policies.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
3. MusicBrainz
4. [Popolazione Residente al 1° Gennaio 2023. Italian National Institute of Statistics](https://www.tuttitalia.it/piemonte/75-verbania/)
5. [Superficie di Comuni Province e Regioni italiane al 9 ottobre 2011. Italian National Institute of Statistics](https://www.istat.it/it/archivio/156224)
6. Wiki Loves Monuments Italia
7. Quora
8. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)
9. [Source](https://encyklopedia.pwn.pl/haslo/Verbania;3992518.html)
10. Seismic classification in Italy
11. [Source](https://rischi.protezionecivile.gov.it/it/sismico/attivita/classificazione-sismica)