Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
254
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
10500
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.
32900
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
96
Region
Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Walkability
Somewhat 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)
208
/ 87
Climate Description
Diverse climate with sunny days, moderate winters, warm summers; ideal for outdoor activities.
Gemona del Friuli
Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Historical town in the Julian Alps; medieval architecture, strong community, pleasant climate, local festivals.
Summary
Nestled in the foothills of the Julian Alps, Gemona del Friuli is a charming town in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region, known for its historical significance and a strong sense of community. With a population of around 10,500, this town offers a balance of serene living and cultural engagement. Residents enjoy a pleasant climate alongside impressive air quality, making it an attractive option for expats and retirees seeking a healthier lifestyle.
Gemona is renowned for its medieval architecture, particularly the stunning Duomo San Giovanni Battista and the remnants of its ancient castle, which provide breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The town hosts various local festivals, celebrating its rich traditions and culinary heritage. While Gemona boasts decent accessibility and modern amenities, expats may find limited international connections and social activities compared to larger cities. Nevertheless, the welcoming atmosphere and strong local community make it a compelling choice for those looking to immerse themselves in Italian culture.
✅ Pros
– Beautiful natural scenery and rich historical heritage.
– High air quality rating for healthier living conditions.
– Low unemployment rate providing economic stability and opportunities.
– Accessible transportation links to major cities and attractions.
– Quality healthcare facilities available within the region.
– Integration opportunities through local cultural events and activities.
– Mild climate suitable for year-round outdoor activities.
– Small-town charm with a welcoming community atmosphere.
– Reasonably priced living costs compared to larger cities.
– Adequate internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife and entertainment options for social activities.
– Smaller selection of international cuisine compared to larger cities.
– Occasional language barriers for non-Italian speakers.
– Public transport may lack frequency during off-peak hours.
– Limited educational facilities for advanced studies or specialized courses.
– Some seasonal weather variations may affect outdoor plans.
– Fewer shopping options compared to urban environments.
– Potential isolation for those accustomed to city life.
– Limited tourist infrastructure during off-peak seasons.
– Occasional bureaucratic hurdles for expats settling in.
Gemona del Friuli Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
10500
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.
32900
Births Per 100 Deaths
40.0
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.
Some Tourism
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.
23200
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.
1561 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Friuli Venezia Giulia (Trieste)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
42min(s)
Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport, also known as Trieste Airport, is located near Ronchi dei Legionari, Italy, serving the Trieste region in north-eastern Italy. It has seen substantial growth in passenger numbers, with key routes to major European cities like Frankfurt, Milan, Rome, and Barcelona, and serves as a hub for Ryanair. Notable for its intermodal transit hub, the airport offers convenient railway and road connections, enhancing accessibility and making it a vital gateway for international and domestic travellers.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Marco Polo (Venice)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
8
Driving Time
80min(s)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is situated in Tessera, part of the Venice municipality, approximately 7.6 kilometres from Mestre and Venice. The airport is a focus city for airlines like Ryanair and easyJet, with scheduled flights to 90 destinations in 35 countries, including key European cities as well as seasonal routes to the US, Canada, Korea, and the Middle East. Renowned for its water transport links, the airport provides straightforward access to Venice, enhancing connectivity for both leisure and business travellers.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Antonio Canova (Treviso)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
83min(s)
Antonio Canova (Treviso) Airport is located about 3 km from Treviso and 31 km from Venice, serving as an accessible alternative to Venice Marco Polo Airport. With over 3 million passengers annually, it caters primarily to European destinations, being a focus city for low-cost carrier Ryanair which offers direct flights to cities such as Alicante, Berlin, and Budapest. This airport is recognized for its budget-friendly connections within Europe, mainly serving leisure travellers heading to or from the Veneto region, including popular routes to Southern Europe and Eastern Europe.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Gemona del Friuli
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
9min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Gemona del Friuli operates on the following rail lines: the Tarvisio–Udine railway and the Gemona del Friuli-Casarsa railway. Direct trains connect key destinations including Villach, Tarvisio, Carnia, and Udine, with regional services also available to Cervignano del Friuli and Trieste. The primary train operator is Trenitalia, alongside services from ÖBB. The frequency of departures varies, with many options available throughout the day for regional routes. Stazione di Gemona del Friuli primarily serves regional trains, with no high-speed train services available.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Venzone
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
15min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Venzone includes several important rail lines, primarily operated by Trenitalia and Italo. The key destinations connected by direct trains include Tarvisio Boscoverde, Udine, Villach Hauptbahnhof, Treviso Centrale, Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, and Venice.
The frequency of departures varies by destination: there are around 12 trains per day to Udine, 18 to Venice, 15 to Treviso Centrale, 7 to Tarvisio Boscoverde, 5 to Villach Hbf, and 2 to Salzburg Hbf. This results in approximately hourly services to major nearby cities, with specific schedules offering multiple departures within the day.
Stazione di Venzone primarily offers regional trains, though high-speed services may be available to certain destinations due to the involvement of Italo. Overall, the station provides a mix of regional services enhanced by some faster connections.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Artegna
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
15min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Artegna provides connectivity primarily through the following aspects:
– **Rail Lines**: Artegna is served by regional rail lines connecting it to significant hubs and destinations in the region.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct train services connect Artegna to several key destinations including:
– **Udine**
– **Venezia Mestre** (approximately 2 hours 7 minutes)
– **Latisana-Lignano-Bibione** (approximately 1 hour 34 minutes)
– **Palmanova** (approximately 34 minutes)
– **Trieste** (approximately 1 hour 29 minutes)
– **Brescia** (approximately 3 hours 58 minutes)
– **Buttrio** (approximately 35 minutes)
– **Train Operators**: The primary operator for the train services at Artegna is Trenitalia.
– **Frequency of Departures**: The trains run frequently throughout the day with numerous departures, notably:
– Up to 11 trains to Trieste daily
– 10 trains to both Venezia Mestre and Latisana-Lignano-Bibione daily
– 9 trains to Palmanova and multiple services to other destinations.
– **Type of Services**: Stazione di Artegna predominantly offers regional train services. There are no high-speed trains directly serving this station; thus, it caters primarily to regional travel needs.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
65
Bars
20
Cafes
11
Cinemas
5
Dentists
18
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
2
Health Clinics
1
Hiking Trails
22
Historical Sites
121
Libraries
1
Museums
9
Parks
1
Pharmacies
1
Restaurants
101
Shopping Centres
4
Supermarkets
48
Spas
24
Beach
Name
Lato S/E Altezza Ultima Fontana Pubblica
Driving Distance
22mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Zoncolan - Ravascletto/Sutrio
Driving Distance
54mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
0
Nearest Hospital Name
Ospedale Civile San Michele
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
8 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
1
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ASU FRIULI CENTRALE
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Friuli Venezia Giulia, healthcare quality exhibits a mixed profile. Local hospital care commands notable approval, reflecting overall adequacy. However, emergency response sees variation, with efficient management of post-heart attack readmissions but challenges in rapid heart attack interventions. The handling of bone fractures and short-stay surgeries could also benefit from improvement. Readmissions following heart failure demonstrate robust performance. Nonetheless, minimally invasive procedures for breast cancer require significant advancement. Prospective expats and retirees should weigh these factors when evaluating healthcare quality in the region.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
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Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
High 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.
29
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
1
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
4
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.
88.415
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
515
Median
570
Third Quartile
951
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Somewhat 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 20%
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
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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.
Exceptional (Top 10%)
Sunshine
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Snowfall
Above Average (51st-60th percentile)
Climate Description
Gemona del Friuli experiences a diverse climate marked by noticeable seasonal shifts. The town enjoys a significant number of sunny days annually, fostering a vibrant, sunlit environment ideal for gardening and outdoor activities favored by retirees and expats. Winters introduce moderate snowfall, hinting at picturesque landscapes perfect for enchanting wintry walks but rarely causing major disruptions. Summer temperatures are pleasantly warm but not excessively so, providing an enjoyable setting for exploring the historic beauties of this charming town. Balanced by mild to refreshingly cool winters, the yearly average temperature delivers a comfortable climate suitable for those seeking reprieve from extreme weather conditions.
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.
Good
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.
Good
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.
96
Air Quality Description
In Gemona del Friuli, the air quality overall presents a remarkably clean profile, suitable for those concerned with respiratory health and general well-being. The town exhibits low levels of particulate matter — with both finer and coarser particles maintained within satisfactory limits. Notably, emissions of nitrogen dioxide and sulfur dioxide are minimal, attributing to the town’s fresher air, essential for expats and retirees seeking a healthful environment. However, the ozone levels stand slightly elevated, which although fair, suggests some vigilance during high-exposure activities. Gemona del Friuli represents a wise choice for those prioritizing a cleaner living atmosphere.
In Gemona del Friuli, the air quality overall presents a remarkably clean profile, suitable for those concerned with respiratory health and general well-being. The town exhibits low levels of particulate matter — with both finer and coarser particles maintained within satisfactory limits. Notably, emissions of nitrogen dioxide and sulfur dioxide are minimal, attributing to the town’s fresher air, essential for expats and retirees seeking a healthful environment. However, the ozone levels stand slightly elevated, which although fair, suggests some vigilance during high-exposure activities. Gemona del Friuli represents a wise choice for those prioritizing a cleaner living atmosphere.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Gemona del Friuli is accessible via the A23 motorway, linking it to key regional hubs. The town is served by two nearby train stations, facilitating rail connections. The nearest airport, Friuli Venezia Giulia, offers regular flights, while Venice’s Marco Polo Airport provides additional international access.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Gemona del Friuli boasts a rich culinary scene characterized by its traditional dishes and local dining establishments. The town is known for two Slow Food Heritage Foods, namely ‘Pan di sorc,’ a sweet and spicy bread made with a blend of wheat, rye, and maize flours, and ‘Formaggio di latteria turnaria,’ a cheese crafted in communal dairies that reflects the region’s dairy heritage. Local specialties also include various cured meats, such as lard, pancetta, and salami, produced by skilled artisans called ‘norcini.’ Dining options in Gemona range from trattorias and pizzerias to agriturismos that emphasize local flavors and recipes. The influence of local produce is evident, with ingredients like elderberry syrup and local Prosecco featuring prominently. Furthermore, the town has achieved notable gastronomic feats, such as the creation of the world’s largest tiramisù. As for Michelin-starred restaurants, there are none presently listed within Gemona del Friuli, although the region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia is home to several starred venues in nearby cities.
Shopping Overview
Shopping options include supermarkets, shopping centres, specialty shops, and art galleries. There are local markets providing fresh produce and artisan products. Malls in the area offer a range of brands and services catering to everyday needs. Expats and retirees will find a mix of modern retail outlets and traditional offerings, balancing convenience with cultural experiences. The local market scene showcases regional cuisine and crafts, enriching the shopping experience.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
In the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region, Gemona offers notable outdoor activities primarily through its diverse hiking trails. The Prealpi Giulie Regional Natural Park features the Monte Cuarnan loop, a challenging 5-mile trek suitable for intermediate hikers. Another option, the Sella di Sant’Agnese loop from Savalons, spans approximately 7.5 miles and offers panoramic vistas. For those interested in shorter hikes, the Cuarnan Mountain Peak loop provides a 3-mile path along the Tagliamento river. Additionally, Gemona’s green areas like Lago Minisini provide serene spots for leisure activities. Each trail highlights the region’s varied landscapes and rich natural heritage.
✅ Pros
– Beautiful natural scenery and rich historical heritage.
– High air quality rating for healthier living conditions.
– Low unemployment rate providing economic stability and opportunities.
– Accessible transportation links to major cities and attractions.
– Quality healthcare facilities available within the region.
– Integration opportunities through local cultural events and activities.
– Mild climate suitable for year-round outdoor activities.
– Small-town charm with a welcoming community atmosphere.
– Reasonably priced living costs compared to larger cities.
– Adequate internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife and entertainment options for social activities.
– Smaller selection of international cuisine compared to larger cities.
– Occasional language barriers for non-Italian speakers.
– Public transport may lack frequency during off-peak hours.
– Limited educational facilities for advanced studies or specialized courses.
– Some seasonal weather variations may affect outdoor plans.
– Fewer shopping options compared to urban environments.
– Potential isolation for those accustomed to city life.
– Limited tourist infrastructure during off-peak seasons.
– Occasional bureaucratic hurdles for expats settling in.
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