Ariccia
Lazio · Roma

Ariccia

17,900 residents · 153,400 within 5 km · 407 m above sea level

82Quality of life
77Infrastruktur
75Economy

What Ariccia is actually like

Ariccia, located in the picturesque Lazio region, presents a welcoming environment for foreign expats and retirees. Just a 15-minute drive from the nearest airport, this charming town is renowned for its stunning architecture, including the Baroque Palazzo Chigi and the historic Church of Santa Maria Assunta. The town's vibrant culture is showcased in its annual festivals, which celebrate local cuisine and traditions, notably the famous porchetta. With a Walk Score of 86, Ariccia encourages a pedestrian-friendly lifestyle amidst its scenic streets, positioning it as an attractive option for those seeking an active community. While the town enjoys good healthcare services, the healthcare quality percentile suggests there is some room for improvement. Furthermore, while Ariccia is approximately six kilometers from excellent beaches, reliance on nearby urban centers for extensive shopping and entertainment could pose a challenge for those accustomed to more bustling locales. However, the air quality and average internet speed support a comfortable living experience, making it a potential haven for new residents.

How Ariccia is built

Post-war expanded comune

Pre-war 13%Mid-century 72%Modern 15%
Settlement pattern
Compact
5% of homes scattered in the countryside
In town 95%Dispersed 5%
Condition
87%
Some wear — 13% needs work
Good / excellent 87%Poor / mediocre 13%
Occupancy
91%
Lived-in year-round — 9% holiday or vacant
Main homes 91%Holiday or vacant 9%
AricciaMolettaFontanaccio
Historic coreEstablishedPost-warModernRuralSparsely built

Building age, condition and occupancy from the ISTAT census (2011), by census section. Occupancy is shown as one honest split — the 2011 census does not reliably separate holiday homes from vacant ones.

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