Capaccio Paestum
Campania · Salerno

Capaccio Paestum

22,400 residents · 53,000 within 5 km · 382 m above sea level

65Quality of life
54Infrastrutture
66Economy

What Capaccio Paestum is actually like

Capaccio Paestum, located in the beautiful Campania region of Italy, is a charming destination for foreign expats and retirees seeking a blend of history and culture. Renowned for its well-preserved Greek temples, the town is steeped in antiquity, providing a picturesque canvas for exploration. Just a short drive from the nearest beach, residents enjoy easy access to excellent water quality and Mediterranean leisure activities. The town boasts a modest walk score, indicating a balanced urban experience, though personal transportation may be necessary for broader mobility and access to amenities. Capaccio Paestum's vibrant food culture is woven with local traditions, particularly the renowned mozzarella di bufala. While healthcare services are satisfactory, expats may find limited options in certain specialties. However, the town's superb air quality and moderate lifestyle make it an appealing choice for those looking to immerse themselves in authentic Italian life, surrounded by historical richness and natural beauty.

How Capaccio Paestum is built

Post-war expanded comune

Pre-war 2%Mid-century 82%Modern 16%
Settlement pattern
Semi-dispersed
16% of homes scattered in the countryside
In town 84%Dispersed 16%
Condition
83%
Some wear — 17% needs work
Good / excellent 83%Poor / mediocre 17%
Occupancy
73%
Mixed — 27% holiday or vacant
Main homes 73%Holiday or vacant 27%
Capaccio ScaloLicinella-Torre di PaestumCapaccioLauraRettifilo-VannulloCafasso-Borgo NuovoSanta Venere
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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