San Bonifacio
San Bonifacio is a comune in the Province of Verona in the Italian region Veneto, located about west of Venice and about east of Verona.
San Bonifacio borders the following municipalities: Arcole, Belfiore, Gambellara, Lonigo, Monteforte d'Alpone, and Soave.
Main sights
- Abbey of St. Peter, founded in the 7th century. It is a Romanesque church with an apse and two aisles. Notable are the crypt and the imposing bell tower, dating to 1131.
- Cathedral
- Church of St. Abondius
People
- Germano Mosconi, journalist
- Davide Rebellin, road bicycle racer
Economy
Historically, one of the town’s industrial icons was Perlini, a company founded in 1957, producing large off-road dump trucks used in mining and heavy construction worldwide. Although the original company went through financial difficulties and was later restructured, its legacy remains an important part of San Bonifacio’s economic history.Among the most prominent realities is Ferroli, a historic company founded in 1955, which manufactures heating systems. With a significant international presence, Ferroli has long been one of the industrial cornerstones of the town. Another key player is Pedrollo, a manufacturer of electric water pumps, which has contributed to San Bonifacio’s reputation for precision engineering and exports its products to more than 160 countries.
Also present is Alfa Laval, which recently opened a facility in the town dedicated to the production of brazed plate heat exchangers. Pakelo Motor Oil produces lubricants used in various sectors including automotive, agriculture, and food processing.