Orco Valley

Orco Valley

The Orco Valley (Italian: Valle dell'Orco) is a valley in the Piedmont region of northern Italy located in the Graian Alps. The valley takes its name from the Orco river, which flows through the valley.

It is site of important hydroelectric power plants.

Mayor municipalities in the Orco Valley are Locana, Noasca and Ceresole.



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