San Carlone statue
Arona, Italy
A 17th-century copper colossus of St Charles Borromeo on the hill above Arona. You can climb up inside the statue and look out through its eyes.
- Nearest town
- Arona, Italy
- Category
- Roadside oddities
- GPS
- 45.7647, 8.5487
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Italy: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autostrade; pay at the barrier by card or cash. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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FAQs
Where is San Carlone statue?
San Carlone statue is in Arona, Italy, at GPS 45.7647, 8.5487. It is about 12 km from Orta San Giulio.
Can you camp near San Carlone statue?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Città di Angera, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 60 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass San Carlone statue?
San Carlone statue is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lake Maggiore and Lake Orta.
What is there to see near San Carlone statue?
Places worth a stop nearby: Isola San Giulio (12 km), Isola Bella (15 km), Villa Taranto gardens (18 km) and Morcote (32 km).
When is the best time to visit San Carlone statue?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)