Soave, Veneto

Soave is a small comune of the Veneto region in the Province of Verona, northern Italy, with a population of roughly 6,800 people.

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Comune di Soave
Panorama
Location of Soave
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Location of Soave in Italy
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Soave (Veneto)
Coordinates: 45°25′N 11°14′E
CountryItaly
RegionVeneto
Provinceprovince of Verona (VR)
FrazioniCastelcerino, Castelletto, Costeggiola, Fittà
Government
  MayorGambaretto Lino (since 2007-05-29)
Area
  Total22.67 km2 (8.75 sq mi)
Elevation
40 m (130 ft)
Population
 (1 October 2009)
  Total6,893
  Density300/km2 (790/sq mi)
DemonymSoavesi
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
  Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
37038, 37030
Dialing code045
Patron saintSt. Lawrence
Saint dayAugust 10
WebsiteOfficial website

It is known above all for its Scaligeri Castle and for the typical wine that bears its name.

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