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Parco Dora

About

Parco Dora is one of Turin’s most striking examples of urban regeneration, transforming a former industrial district into a contemporary landscape where nature and architecture coexist. Once home to large steel and automotive factories, the area has been reimagined as a vast public park that preserves elements of its industrial past—towering metal structures, concrete pillars, and open steel frames—now softened by greenery, water features, and wide pedestrian paths. This unique blend gives Parco Dora a raw, modern beauty unlike any other green space in the city. The park is divided into several themed zones, each offering a different atmosphere, from riverside tranquillity to open lawns and dramatic post‑industrial scenery. It has become a favourite destination for cyclists, families, and photographers drawn to its bold contrasts. Today, Parco Dora stands as a symbol of Turin’s ability to reinvent itself, turning history into a vibrant, livable environment.

Turin Italy

Location

Parco Dora is located in northern Turin, Italy, along Corso Mortara in the Aurora neighborhood, postcode 10149, on the site of former Fiat and Michelin factories transformed into a 456,000-square-meter post-industrial urban park. Easily accessible by public transport including buses and a short walk from Dora Riparia river paths, it features preserved industrial structures like the cooling tower and a vast covered square for events. Nearby attractions include the futuristic Santo Volto church with its chimney-belfry, vibrant street art murals across factory walls, a skate park and sports zones, the Kappa FuturFestival venue area, and quick connections to the city center's Mole Antonelliana and Porta Susa station.

Parco Dora

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