Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
278
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
33900
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.
74900
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
86
Region
Abruzzo
Walkability
Walker’s Paradise
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)
216
/ 138
Climate Description
Mild winters, warm summers; moderate rain; ideal for year-round outdoor activities.
Lanciano
Abruzzo
Historical town in Abruzzo with medieval architecture, culinary heritage, expat community, and natural landscapes.
Summary
Lanciano, a charming town in the Abruzzo region of Italy, offers a desirable blend of history, culture, and community for expats and retirees. Nestled in the foothills of the Apennines and just a short drive from the Adriatic coast, Lanciano boasts a rich tapestry of medieval architecture and vibrant local traditions. Key attractions include its stunning churches, lively piazzas, and notable culinary heritage that showcases local specialties such as fresh seafood and regional wines.
The town supports an active expat community, fostering a welcoming environment through social events and gatherings. However, while healthcare facilities exist, they may not rank as highly as in larger cities, and those seeking extensive urban amenities might find the local infrastructure limited. Despite these challenges, the exceptional air quality, low cost of living, and direct access to beautiful natural landscapes make Lanciano an appealing choice for those looking to embrace a relaxed Italian lifestyle.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Moderate climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Affordable living costs compared to larger Italian cities.
– Low unemployment rate fosters economic stability and opportunity.
– Good air quality offers a healthier living environment.
– Local community encourages integration for newcomers and expats.
– Convenient transportation options for regional travel and exploration.
– Quality healthcare facilities available for residents and retirees.
– Access to beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor activities.
– Quiet, non-touristic atmosphere promotes a relaxed lifestyle.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality may raise concerns for some retirees.
– Internet connectivity can be slow compared to larger cities.
– Cultural amenities are fewer than in larger urban centers.
– Public transportation may have limited frequency and reach.
– Housing options can be less modern or varied.
– Local cuisine may not cater to all international tastes.
– Language barrier can hinder full integration and socializing.
– Some seasonal businesses close during off-peak times.
– Limited shopping options compared to larger towns.
– Occasional bureaucratic hurdles can frustrate newcomers.
Lanciano Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
33900
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.
74900
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.
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.
20600
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.
3757 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Abruzzo Airport (Pescara)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
37min(s)
Abruzzo Airport, located about 4 kilometers from Pescara city centre and approximately 180 kilometers from Rome, is a medium-sized international gateway serving Abruzzo and neighbouring regions such as Molise and Marche. Handling over 700,000 passengers in 2022, the airport connects travellers to 18 destinations across 11 countries, with key routes including London Stansted, Milan, Bucharest, and Malta. Notably, it offers budget-friendly parking options and serves as a hub for low-cost carriers like Ryanair, facilitating both domestic and international travel.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Raffaello Sanzio (Ancona)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
96min(s)
Raffaello Sanzio Airport, also known as Ancona International Airport, is located 12 km west of Ancona in Falconara Marittima, Italy. It caters to over 460,000 passengers annually, with routes primarily across Europe. Major destinations include Munich, London, Paris, and Barcelona, and it hosts airlines such as Ryanair, Lufthansa, and Volotea, offering both seasonal and year-round flights. This airport serves as a gateway to the Marche region, with a mix of business and leisure travel options, connecting internationally through hub airports like Munich.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Ciampino (Rome)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
112min(s)
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is located 12 km southeast of central Rome, close to the Greater Ring Road. It functions primarily as a base for budget airlines like Ryanair and Wizz Air, offering connections to key European destinations such as London–Stansted, Budapest, and Bucharest. As a secondary airport to Fiumicino, it serves nearly 6 million passengers annually, providing a convenient alternative with its focus on low-cost carriers.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di San Vito-Lanciano
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
16min(s)
Train service at Stazione di San Vito-Lanciano includes the following features:
– **Rail lines that stop here**: The station is served by the Sangritana railway, which operates between San Vito and Castel di Sangro.
– **Key destinations connected by direct trains**: Direct trains connect San Vito-Lanciano to several key destinations including Pescara, Ortona, San Benedetto del Tronto, and Lanciano.
– **Train operators**: The services are operated by Ferrovia Adriatico Sangritana.
– **Frequency of departures**: Trains generally operate a few times per day, specific frequencies may vary based on the day or timetable.
– **Types of services**: The station primarily offers regional train services, without high-speed train connections.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Ortona
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
24min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Ortona provides connections to several important rail lines, mainly operated by Trenitalia. Key destinations connected by direct trains include Pescara Centrale, Rome, Bari Centrale, Termoli, and San Vito-Lanciano. The frequency of departures is as follows: approximately six trains per day to Pescara Centrale, about ten trains per day to Rome, thirteen trains daily to Bari Centrale, and sixteen to Termoli. The station predominantly handles regional trains and does not serve high-speed train routes.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Casalbordino-Pollutri
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
27min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Casalbordino-Pollutri includes the following:
– **Rail Lines**: The station serves predominantly regional train lines.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains operate to several key destinations, including:
– Pescara Centrale (approximately 43 minutes)
– Vasto-San Salvo (approximately 12 minutes)
– Ancona (approximately 2 hours and 12 minutes)
– Foggia (approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes)
– Fossacesia-Torino di Sangro (approximately 6 minutes)
– **Train Operators**: The primary train operator is Trenitalia, which services the regional routes from this station.
– **Frequency of Departures**: The frequency varies by destination but generally offers:
– Approximately 12 trains per day to Pescara Centrale
– 11 trains per day to each of Vasto-San Salvo, Ancona, Foggia, and Fossacesia-Torino di Sangro.
– **Type of Services**: The station mainly offers regional train services with no high-speed train connections available.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
76
Bars
86
Cafes
27
Cinemas
4
Dentists
3
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
2
Health Clinics
1
Hiking Trails
0
Historical Sites
101
Libraries
0
Museums
3
Parks
2
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
10
Shopping Centres
8
Supermarkets
90
Spas
58
Beach
Name
Zona Antistante Km 484,625 Ss.16
Driving Distance
15mins
Water Quality Rating
4 - Poor
Mountain Resort
Name
Pizzoferrato-Valle di Sole/Gamberale
Driving Distance
57mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
13
Nearest Hospital Name
Renzetti-Pronto Soccorso
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
5 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
0
Local Public Healthcare Provider
LANCIANO-VASTO-CHIETI
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Abruzzo, healthcare performance indicators reflect a mixed picture. Local hospital care and emergency cardiac treatment efficiency are notably low, while post-operative recovery periods remain moderate. However, cancer treatment outcomes are very positive, with a high rate of minimally invasive surgeries. There is also a strong performance in managing heart failure, leading to fewer readmissions. Challenges persist in addressing fractures promptly. Overall, while some services deliver satisfactory results, notably in specific chronic conditions, other critical care services reveal significant room for improvement.
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.
37
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
7
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.
91.452
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
1717
Median
1717
Third Quartile
1717
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Walker's Paradise
Education
Avg Schools Ranking (All Criteria)
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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.
Bottom 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.
Bottom 30%
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.
Below Average (31st-40th percentile)
Sunshine
Very High (81st-90th percentile)
Snowfall
Somewhat High (61st-70th percentile)
Climate Description
Lanciano, Italy, enjoys a climate that balances clear, sunny days with moderate precipitation, creating a comfortable living environment year-round. Winters are mild, with occasional light snowfalls that add a picturesque touch without causing major disruptions. The summers are pleasantly warm, inviting residents to enjoy outdoor activities and al fresco dining. This consistent weather pattern ensures that both expatriates and retirees can plan a variety of activities without the inconvenience of extreme temperatures. Overall, Lanciano's climate contributes to its charm, making it an appealing destination for those looking to enjoy the magic of Italian life at a gentle pace.
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.
Fair
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.
86
Air Quality Description
In Lanciano, Italy, the air quality reflects a satisfactory balance conducive to everyday activities and general health. While some urban areas battle with significant pollution, Lanciano presents a largely benign atmosphere with respect to small particulate matter and noxious gases. The levels of nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide are commendably low, suggesting minimal industrial impact. Ozone and fine particulate matter are moderate and may require attention amongst sensitive groups during high-exposure activities. Overall, the environmental quality supports both short-term visitors and long-term residents who seek a place that blends historical charm with a reasonably clean air profile.
In Lanciano, Italy, the air quality reflects a satisfactory balance conducive to everyday activities and general health. While some urban areas battle with significant pollution, Lanciano presents a largely benign atmosphere with respect to small particulate matter and noxious gases. The levels of nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide are commendably low, suggesting minimal industrial impact. Ozone and fine particulate matter are moderate and may require attention amongst sensitive groups during high-exposure activities. Overall, the environmental quality supports both short-term visitors and long-term residents who seek a place that blends historical charm with a reasonably clean air profile.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Lanciano benefits from reasonable connectivity, situated near key roadways such as the A14 and SS84. The nearest rail stations offer limited service, reflecting moderate accessibility rates. Abruzzo Airport is within a short distance, adding a convenient air travel option for residents and visitors alike.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Lanciano’s culinary scene is characterized by deep-rooted Abruzzese traditions alongside a variety of dining options that span local and international cuisines. Notable traditional dishes include arrosticini (lamb skewers), agnello al cotturo (lamb stew), and various forms of pasta such as chitarra and maccheroni alla molinara. The region is also known for its unique seafood dishes such as brodetto and innovative pies like pizzelle rustiche. The dining landscape features a mix of casual trattorias and fine dining establishments, including options for Italian, Mediterranean, and ethnic cuisines such as Middle Eastern and Japanese. As of the latest Michelin Guide, Lanciano does not currently list Michelin-starred restaurants. However, residents and visitors can enjoy a rich tapestry of local flavors and international influences from a diverse portfolio of restaurants.
Shopping Overview
The shopping environment comprises several formats, including large shopping malls and various specialty and gift shops. Notable among these are covered markets and dedicated commercial centres, which house a range of retail options from groceries to fashion. The city also offers art galleries and diverse boutiques, catering to both everyday needs and niche shopping preferences. Overall, the area facilitates a comprehensive shopping experience suitable for residents and visitors alike.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Lanciano, Abruzzo offers diverse outdoor activities suitable for retirees and expats. Prominent trails include the Lanciano-Fossacesia-Marina di San Vito, a challenging 22.1-mile route, and the Lanciano-Castel Frentano-Orsogna, spanning 24.9 miles. These trails provide opportunities for both hiking and biking. The Parco di Villa delle Rose, located near the city’s racecourse, serves as a key municipal park. Around the region, the Rocco Mancini loop offers a moderate 3-mile hike, while longer loops such as Cycling on foot \- Zooart Ortona span 9.55 miles. These facilities highlight the region’s scenic hiking involvement.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Moderate climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Affordable living costs compared to larger Italian cities.
– Low unemployment rate fosters economic stability and opportunity.
– Good air quality offers a healthier living environment.
– Local community encourages integration for newcomers and expats.
– Convenient transportation options for regional travel and exploration.
– Quality healthcare facilities available for residents and retirees.
– Access to beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor activities.
– Quiet, non-touristic atmosphere promotes a relaxed lifestyle.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality may raise concerns for some retirees.
– Internet connectivity can be slow compared to larger cities.
– Cultural amenities are fewer than in larger urban centers.
– Public transportation may have limited frequency and reach.
– Housing options can be less modern or varied.
– Local cuisine may not cater to all international tastes.
– Language barrier can hinder full integration and socializing.
– Some seasonal businesses close during off-peak times.
– Limited shopping options compared to larger towns.
– Occasional bureaucratic hurdles can frustrate newcomers.
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