Ivrea, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a fascinating journey that combines a glorious medieval past with the modern architecture of the 20th century.

Here are the main attractions you cannot miss in the historic center and the surrounding areas:

Castle of the Four Towers (Castello delle Quattro Torri): Built in 1358 by Amadeus VI of Savoy, this imposing red-brick castle dominates the city from above and is its undisputed symbol.

Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta: Located just a few steps from the castle, it showcases a Romanesque structure with Baroque elements, two imposing bell towers, and an atmospheric thousand-year-old crypt.

Piazza di Città (Piazza Ferruccio Nazionale): The elegant heart of Ivrea, overlooked by the 17th-century Town Hall (Palazzo Municipale) and historic cafés.

Ponte Vecchio: The oldest bridge in the city, originally built by the Romans and later reconstructed, offering a spectacular view over the waters of the Dora Baltea river.

Roman Amphitheatre: Located along the road to Turin, it preserves the remains of a 1st-century AD structure that could host up to 10,000 spectators.

The Riverside (Lungodora) and Ivrea Canoa Club: The area along the Dora Baltea river, internationally famous for its canoe stadium which hosts world-class competitions.

The Church of San Bernardino and the Renaissance Masterpiece

A treasure among the factories: Built in the mid-15th century, this church is nestled right in the heart of the industrial district along Via Jervis. Purchased at the beginning of the 1900s by Camillo Olivetti and used as a family residence, it stands as a perfect example of the integration between humanistic and industrial culture envisioned by Adriano Olivetti.

The Spanzotti Screen (Il Tramezzo dello Spanzotti): Inside, it houses one of the most important Renaissance masterpieces in Piedmont: the monumental fresco cycle of The Life and Passion of Christ, painted by Gian Martino Spanzotti between 1485 and 1490. The 20 scenes unfold across a large dividing wall, culminating in a dramatic and detailed depiction of the Crucifixion.

MaAM (Open-Air Museum of Modern Architecture)

The Architecture Route: A pedestrian itinerary along Via Jervis to admire the famous Olivetti buildings, such as the Red Brick Factory (Fabbrica di Mattoni Rossi) and the ICO Workshops, masterclasses in architectural design and corporate welfare.

Social Services Center and Residences: Iconic buildings like the "Talponia", a futuristic residential structure completely integrated into the hillside.