View of the Po River

The view of the Pô, a green haven of Turin

The Pô, the great river of Turin, offers superb panoramas and a green haven in the heart of the city. The Turin audio-guided tour stops here to evoke the river and its banks, where nature and iconic views soothe the mineral city.

The river of Turin and its panoramas

The Pô crosses Turin and constitutes a precious green haven in this very mineral city. Along its laid-out banks and from its bridges, notably the Vittorio Emanuele I bridge, iconic panoramas of the city, the hills and the Gran Madre di Dio church open up. A place of walking, sport and relaxation, the river is an integral part of the identity and the way of life of Turin.

What to see

Here you enjoy the green banks, the walks along the water and the iconic panoramas offered by the bridges, notably towards the Gran Madre di Dio and the hills. The Pô is the green lung of Turin, ideal for a nature break. It is a refreshing stop, contrasting with the mineral centre of the city.

Practical information

The Pô crosses Turin, its banks being reachable on foot near the centre, notably from Piazza Vittorio Veneto and the Vittorio Emanuele I bridge. The walks along the river are public spaces freely accessible. The banks are particularly pleasant in the warm season and in the late-day light.

Where to admire the finest views of the Pô in Turin?

Notably from the Vittorio Emanuele I bridge, which offers iconic panoramas of the city, the hills and the Gran Madre di Dio.

Why is the Pô important in Turin?

It is the great river of the city, a green haven in the heart of a very mineral city, a place of walking and panoramas.