Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
207
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
23600
Real Population (5km)
[?]
Our "Real Population" metric reflects more accurately a town's real size by including inhabitants in the immediate vicinity of the town's official borders.
199100
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
82
Region
Lombardia
Walkability
Very Walkable
Housing availability
[?]
Based on total number of properties (sale and rent) classifies housing availability into five categories: low, relativel ylow, medium, relatively high and high.
Low
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
147
/ 70
Climate Description
Mild climate with sunny days, moderate rain, mild winters with snow, and warm summers.
Dalmine
Lombardia
Industrial heritage, cultural landmarks, efficient transport, walkability, and a quieter lifestyle in Lombardy.
Summary
Dalmine, located just 8 km southwest of Bergamo, is a town notable for its rich industrial heritage and cultural landmarks. Known primarily for the Dalmine S.p.A., a key player in seamless steel pipe manufacturing, the town harmoniously blends tradition with modernity. Visitors can explore significant churches, libraries, and remnants of medieval architecture, enhancing the local cultural landscape. The Museo del Presepio offers insights into local traditions and craftsmanship, making it a unique attraction for newcomers.
While Dalmine boasts an efficient transport network with proximity to an international airport, expats may find its rapid industrialisation impacts the overall atmosphere, contrasting sharply with the serene nearby countryside. The manageable walkability and average internet speeds ensure convenience, though some may miss the vibrancy of larger cities. Dalmine provides a practical base for those seeking a quieter lifestyle in Lombardy, balanced by historical charm and contemporary amenities.
✅ Pros
– Good healthcare services available for residents and expats.
– Efficient public transportation connects Dalmine to larger cities.
– Low unemployment rate fosters economic stability and opportunity.
– Pleasant climate with mild winters and warm summers.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop enhances community life.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Strong educational facilities for families and children.
– Integration opportunities through local events and community activities.
– Good air quality contributing to a healthy lifestyle.
– Less touristy environment ensures a quieter living experience.
❌ Cons
– Limited international community for expats seeking diverse interactions.
– Healthcare quality could be improved for better resident satisfaction.
– Public transportation options may be infrequent during off-peak hours.
– Internet speeds vary; expect some buffering during movie nights.
– Cultural activities might feel limited compared to larger cities.
– Lack of vibrant nightlife can lead to early bedtimes.
– Local cuisine may not cater to all international palates.
– Weather can be humid, making summers feel hotter than expected.
– Fewer shopping options for those used to urban amenities.
– Integration can be challenging for non-Italian speakers initially.
Dalmine Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
23600
Real Population (5km band)
[?]
Our "Real Population" metric reflects more accurately a town's real size by including inhabitants in the immediate vicinity of the town's official borders.
199100
Births Per 100 Deaths
60.0
Population Data Source
ISTAT,2023
Estimated Unemployment Rate
Touristy Index
[?]
Calculation of tourist density index for the city, comparing its total tourist number to the overall average tourist number of the region
relative to its own population.The index indicates how a location’s tourist density compares to the average, with values above
100 representing higher-than-average density and values below 100 representing lower-than-average density.
Not Touristic
Income per capita (2023)
[?]
This is an estimation of average income per resident for this town, based on 2023 data from the Italian Ministry of Finance.
24700
Income rank in Italy (2023)
[?]
This is a ranking of the town's average income per resident, against the full list of townships in Italy.
575 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Orio al Serio (Bergamo)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
15min(s)
Orio al Serio International Airport, also known as Milan Bergamo Airport, is located just 5 km from Bergamo and about 45 km from Milan in Lombardy, Italy. It is the third busiest airport in Italy, serving over 13 million passengers annually and acting as a major hub for Ryanair. The airport connects to numerous European destinations including Copenhagen, Düsseldorf, as well as farther routes like Dubai and Cairo. Known for its budget-friendly flights primarily operated by Ryanair, Milan Bergamo Airport is a popular choice for travellers looking for affordable options to various international destinations.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Linate (Milan)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
28min(s)
Milan Linate Airport (LIN), situated in Segrate and Peschiera Borromeo in Lombardy, Italy, serves around 10.6 million passengers annually. It focuses on flights within Europe and the United Kingdom, serving as a hub for ITA Airways. The airport offers convenient connections to popular destinations such as Rome, Cagliari, and Paris, making it an accessible choice for travellers seeking direct European flights.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Montichiari (Brescia)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
3
Driving Time
39min(s)
Montichiari Airport, officially known as Brescia “Gabriele D’Annunzio” Airport (IATA: VBS), is located in Montichiari, southeast of Brescia in Lombardy, Italy. Currently, it does not support scheduled passenger services and primarily operates as a cargo airport, notably for Poste Italiane, with Rome-Fiumicino being a key destination. The airport serves as a cargo hub for airlines like Poste Air Cargo, DHL, and Silk Way West Airlines.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Terno
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
14min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Terno includes several key rail lines primarily operated by Trenitalia. The station provides direct train services to significant destinations such as Bergamo, Rome, and České Budějovice. The frequency of departures is notably high, with approximately 46 trains per day to Bergamo, averaging about every 30 minutes, and up to 35 trains to Rome, spread throughout the day. Though the station serves mainly regional routes, it does connect to broader destinations, with some longer routes requiring more time, such as trains to České Budějovice that can take over 13 hours. Therefore, while predominantly regional, the service allows for connections to longer-distance travel, notably towards Rome. However, it does not provide high-speed train services directly from Stazione di Terno. Overall, users can expect a busy regional hub with multiple daily services, primarily operated by Trenitalia.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Ambivere-Mapello
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
16min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Ambivere-Mapello includes the following:
– **Rail lines that stop here**: The station is served primarily by local and regional lines operated by Trenitalia.
– **Key destinations connected by direct trains**: Major destinations include Bergamo and Milan, which are accessible via direct regional services.
– **Train operators**: The main operator is Trenitalia, which provides regional services. There may also be services from Italo, but primarily Trenitalia handles the routes from Ambivere-Mapello.
– **Frequency of departures**: Trains typically run every 30 minutes to hourly, depending on the time of day.
– **Type of trains**: The station predominantly serves regional trains, with no high-speed services directly stopping here.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Bergamo
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
8
Driving Time
16min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Bergamo includes several key features:
– **Rail lines that stop here**: The station is part of the railway line connecting Milan to Lecco and is also connected to the Bergamo to Treviglio line.
– **Key destinations connected by direct trains**: Direct trains from Stazione di Bergamo connect to major destinations such as Milan, Brescia, Verona, Venice, and Florence.
– **Train operators**: The primary operators are Trenitalia and regional services, with no services offered by Italo as it primarily focuses on high-speed connections outside northern regions.
– **Frequency of departures**: Departures to key destinations are frequent, generally occurring every 30 minutes to hourly, depending on the route and time of day.
– **Types of trains**: The station predominantly services regional trains, with no high-speed train services available directly from Bergamo.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
14
Bars
62
Cafes
129
Cinemas
55
Dentists
105
Golf Courses
3
Gyms
29
Health Clinics
54
Hiking Trails
80
Historical Sites
512
Libraries
10
Museums
106
Parks
54
Pharmacies
19
Restaurants
262
Shopping Centres
162
Supermarkets
63
Spas
49
Beach
Name
Attracco Tengattini
Driving Distance
34mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Monte Purito - Selvino
Driving Distance
43mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
50
Nearest Hospital Name
Az. Osp. Papa Giovanni XXIII-P
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
10 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
64
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ATS DI BERGAMO
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Lombardia, the healthcare system demonstrates moderate efficiency overall, with hospital care performing above the national average. The management of heart failure and response to bone fractures are particularly strong, showcasing high standards in these areas. However, there are notable deficiencies in the use of minimally invasive surgeries for breast cancer and rapid response to readmissions post-heart attack, both significantly below national averages. Elective surgery stays are mid-range, and emergency heart attack interventions are somewhat effective, though there is room for improvement. The general healthcare infrastructure is competent, albeit with certain gaps in specialised treatments.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
[?]
Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
Moderate to Low Earthquake Risk
Road Accidents Rate per 10k Inhabitants
[?]
Calculation of road accidents per 10,000 people based on the number of deaths and injuries registered in roads for year 2022 for the city.
27
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
0
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
0
Car Insurance Price Index
[?]
The car insurance price index is a measure of how a city's average car insurance premium compares to the national average,
expressed as a percentage. A value of 100 indicates that the city's premium is equal to the national average.
Values above 100 show higher premiums, while values below 100 show lower premiums.
94.826
Housing & Property Market
Housing availability
[?]
Based on total number of properties (sale and rent) classifies housing availability into five categories: low, relativel ylow, medium, relatively high and high.
Low
Property Prices per m²
[?]
Calculation of property sale prices per square meter for apartments, houses in the city.
Median (50th Percentile): The midpoint price, where half the values are above and half below.
First Quartile (25th Percentile): The price below which 25% of properties fall.
Third Quartile (75th Percentile): The price below which 75% of properties fall.
First Quartile
1195
Median
1271
Third Quartile
1494
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Very Walkable
Education
Avg Schools Ranking (All Criteria)
[?]
This ranking shows in which decile the town's public schools fall while looking at all the indicators provided by the Italian Ministry of Education for the most recent available year. Note that figures are only provided by the ministry at the school catchment area level, and therefore several schools may be grouped together.
Top 50%
Avg Schools Ranking (Standardised Tests)
[?]
This ranking shows in which decile the town's public schools fall while looking the students' results in national standardised tests. The data is provided by the Italian Ministry of Education for the most recent available year.
Top 40%
Counts of School
Climate & Weather
Precipitation
[?]
Based on daily climate data for precipitation from OPEN-METEO this parameter indicates how a city's annual precipitation compares to others
in terms of percentage, with values ranging from 0 (lowest) to 1 (highest). For example, a percentile rank of 0.75 means the city's
total precipitation is higher than 75% of other cities.
High (71st-80th percentile)
Sunshine
Below Average (31st-40th percentile)
Snowfall
Above Average (51st-60th percentile)
Climate Description
Dalmine, Italy, enjoys a climate that balances clear, sunny days with moderate precipitation throughout the year. The winters feature occasional snowfall, creating picturesque scenes without causing severe disruptions. Summers are pleasantly warm, allowing expats and retirees to enjoy outdoor activities and explore the magic of the town's surroundings comfortably. With its mild temperatures predominantly hovering around a gentle coolness, Dalmine provides an agreeable environment conducive to both relaxation and engagement in this thriving Italian community. The seasonal variations ensure that residents experience a refreshingly diverse climate, making Dalmine an attractive destination for settling down or vacationing.
Annual Temperature Chart (Min)
Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.
Annual Temperature Chart (Max)
Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.
Sunny Days By Month
Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.
Environmental & Air Quality
Classifications
PM10
[?]
PM10 levels indicate Good air quality at 0–20 µg/m³, Fair at 20–40 µg/m³, Moderate at 40–50 µg/m³, Poor at 50–100 µg/m³, Very Poor at 100–150 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 150–1200 µg/m³.
Fair
PM2.5
[?]
PM2.5 is Good if PM2.5 levels are between 0–10 µg/m³, Fair between 10–20 µg/m³, Moderate between 20–25 µg/m³, Poor between 25–50 µg/m³, Very Poor between 50–75 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor between 75–800 µg/m³.
Moderate
NO2
[?]
NO₂ levels are considered Good at 0–40 µg/m³, Fair at 40–90 µg/m³, Moderate at 90–120 µg/m³, Poor at 120–230 µg/m³, Very Poor at 230–340 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 340–1000 µg/m³.
Good
SO2
[?]
SO₂ levels indicate Good air quality at 0–100 µg/m³, Fair at 100–200 µg/m³, Moderate at 200–350 µg/m³, Poor at 350–500 µg/m³, Very Poor at 500–750 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 750–1250 µg/m³.
Good
O₃
[?]
For O₃, the air is Good at 0–50 µg/m³, Fair at 50–100 µg/m³, Moderate at 100–130 µg/m³, Poor at 130–240 µg/m³, Very Poor at 240–380 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 380–800 µg/m³.
Fair
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
82
Air Quality Description
Nestled in the picturesque landscape of northern Italy, Dalmine offers a fairly commendable air quality environment. The town manages to maintain modest levels of particulate matter, with PM10 and ozone showing fair values. PM2.5 levels are moderately placed which suggests minor caution for those sensitive to finer particles. Alongside, Dalmine enjoys good conditions regarding nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide concentrations, providing a generally clean and breathable atmosphere. For retirees or expats contemplating a serene lifestyle amidst Italy’s charm, Dalmine presents a viable, pleasant setting where daily air conditions contribute positively to overall living quality.
Nestled in the picturesque landscape of northern Italy, Dalmine offers a fairly commendable air quality environment. The town manages to maintain modest levels of particulate matter, with PM10 and ozone showing fair values. PM2.5 levels are moderately placed which suggests minor caution for those sensitive to finer particles. Alongside, Dalmine enjoys good conditions regarding nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide concentrations, providing a generally clean and breathable atmosphere. For retirees or expats contemplating a serene lifestyle amidst Italy’s charm, Dalmine presents a viable, pleasant setting where daily air conditions contribute positively to overall living quality.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Dalmine benefits from strong transport connectivity, located near key roads including the A4 motorway, facilitating access to major cities. Orio al Serio Airport is merely 15 minutes away, while Milan’s Linate Airport is also accessible. Local train services enhance regional mobility, with notable stations within a short distance.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Dalmine, located in the Lombardy region of Italy, offers a culinary experience deeply rooted in the local traditions of the area. Traditional dishes include hearty options such as casoncelli (stuffed pasta), polenta taragna (a mix of coarse cornmeal and buckwheat), and various rice dishes, often featuring rich meats and butter that reflect the northern Italian palate. Notably, the region is also renowned for its artisanal cheeses and cured meats, particularly bresaola and stracchino.
The dining scene in Dalmine comprises a diverse array of local restaurants, ranging from family-run trattorias to contemporary eateries. While primarily focused on authentic Italian cuisine, the town does feature international options, including Asian and Mediterranean influences, catering to a variety of tastes.
Moreover, Dalmine is home to the Michelin-starred restaurant Il Carroccio, which showcases the region’s culinary depth through its innovative dishes and commitment to high-quality ingredients. Overall, the culinary landscape in Dalmine reflects a harmonious blend of traditional Lombard dishes and international flavors, contributing to a vibrant dining atmosphere.
Shopping Overview
The shopping landscape encompasses a diverse array of options suitable for expats and retirees. Notable categories include well-stocked supermarkets, local boutiques, and expansive shopping centres, offering a variety of retail experiences. Prominent shopping venues feature both modern malls and speciality stores catering to varied tastes. In addition, local markets provide opportunities for direct purchasing from producers. The area is conducive for daily needs and leisure shopping alike, enhancing the expatriate experience without compromising on convenience.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Dalmine offers several green spaces and outdoor activities suitable for expats and retirees. Parco della Malpensata, recognized for its rich flora and fauna, provides walking paths, picnic areas, and hosts cultural events and birdwatching opportunities. Parco della Rocca features walking trails and hosts concerts and art exhibitions. Fondazione Dalmine, a 3.7-acre park, is ideal for leisurely walks. Neighboring areas also have parks like Parco Giovanni Raffaelli, catering to family activities. These parks collectively provide a mix of recreational, cultural, and natural activities to accommodate diverse preferences.
✅ Pros
– Good healthcare services available for residents and expats.
– Efficient public transportation connects Dalmine to larger cities.
– Low unemployment rate fosters economic stability and opportunity.
– Pleasant climate with mild winters and warm summers.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop enhances community life.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Strong educational facilities for families and children.
– Integration opportunities through local events and community activities.
– Good air quality contributing to a healthy lifestyle.
– Less touristy environment ensures a quieter living experience.
❌ Cons
– Limited international community for expats seeking diverse interactions.
– Healthcare quality could be improved for better resident satisfaction.
– Public transportation options may be infrequent during off-peak hours.
– Internet speeds vary; expect some buffering during movie nights.
– Cultural activities might feel limited compared to larger cities.
– Lack of vibrant nightlife can lead to early bedtimes.
– Local cuisine may not cater to all international palates.
– Weather can be humid, making summers feel hotter than expected.
– Fewer shopping options for those used to urban amenities.
– Integration can be challenging for non-Italian speakers initially.
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