Fonni

Fonni (Sardinian: Fonne) is a town and comune in Sardinia, in the province of Nuoro (Italy).

Fonni
Fonne
Comune di Fonni
Fonni and the Monte Spada in the background
Location of Fonni
Fonni
Location of Fonni in Sardinia
Fonni
Fonni (Sardinia)
Coordinates: 40°07′N 09°15′E
CountryItaly
RegionSardinia
ProvinceNuoro (NU)
Government
  MayorDaniela Falconi
Area
  Total112.30 km2 (43.36 sq mi)
Elevation
1,000 m (3,000 ft)
Population
 (31 August 2017)
  Total3,912
  Density35/km2 (90/sq mi)
DemonymsFonnesi
Fonnesos
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
  Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
08023
Dialing code0784
Patron saintSt. John the Baptist
Saint dayJune 24
WebsiteOfficial website

It is the highest town in Sardinia, and situated among fine scenery with some chestnut woods. Fonni is a winter sports centre with a ski lift to Monte Spada and Bruncu Spina.

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