Nichelino

Nichelino is a municipality in the Metropolitan City of Turin with residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and administrative buildings situated at roughly 230 meters elevation. The town features a compact urban layout combining housing with mixed-use areas for commerce and services.

The settlement received formal recognition as a fief of the Ussel family in 1559 and was elevated to a county in 1564. This transformation marked its establishment as an independent administrative entity in the Turin area.

The community honors Saint Matthew as its patron saint with celebrations on September 21 that bring together residents in shared traditions and local customs.

The municipality lies approximately 15 kilometers from central Turin and is accessible by regular train and bus connections. Visitors will find local shops, restaurants, and services concentrated in the town's central residential areas.

The hamlet of Stupinigi houses the Palazzina di Stupinigi, a former royal hunting lodge that is now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. This building stands as a major architectural achievement that draws visitors interested in regional heritage.

Location: Metropolitan City of Turin

Capital city: Nichelino

Elevation above the sea: 229 m

Shares border with: Beinasco, Candiolo, Moncalieri, Turin, Orbassano, Vinovo

Website: https://comune.nichelino.to.it

GPS coordinates: 44.99552,7.64662

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:43