Ispra, Research center on Lake Maggiore, Italy
Ispra extends over 15 square kilometers along the eastern shore of Lake Maggiore, featuring pine forests and chestnut groves at 220 meters elevation.
The name Ispra first appeared in documents from 712 as Ispira, possibly derived from the Latin word hispida referring to the rocky terrain.
The European Commission Joint Research Centre in Ispra brings together scientists and researchers from different nations to work on environmental and security projects.
The municipality contains three distinct districts - Barza, Cascine, and Quassa - connected by local transportation services and water taxi routes across Lake Maggiore.
The research facility maintains 157 hectares of natural vegetation, including original stands of pine, birch, oak, and chestnut trees integrated with scientific installations.
Location: Province of Varese
Capital city: Ispra
Elevation above the sea: 220 m
Shares border with: Angera, Cadrezzate con Osmate, Brebbia, Ranco, Belgirate, Lesa, Travedona Monate
Website: https://comune.ispra.va.it
GPS coordinates: 45.81667,8.61667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:40
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