Elevation
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Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
10
Population
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This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
21900
Real Population (5km)
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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.
128600
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
84
Region
Toscana
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.
Medium
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
45
/ 14
Climate Description
Warm summers, mild winters, year-round rainfall, and ample sunshine create a balanced climate.
Massarosa
Toscana
A tranquil Tuscan town with olive oil production, wine, outdoor activities, and proximity to larger cities.
Summary
Massarosa, located in the heart of Tuscany, offers a blend of serene rural life and access to urban amenities. With its proximity to larger towns like Lucca and Viareggio, expats benefit from a calm environment while remaining connected to vibrant cultural scenes. Known for its olive oil production and wine, the town embraces tradition with local markets showcasing regional products. The surrounding hills provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities, making it appealing for those who enjoy nature.
While Massarosa enjoys good air quality and reasonably fast internet, challenges include a moderate healthcare quality ranking and limited nightlife options. The nearest beach is a short drive away, providing a pleasant retreat for sun-seekers. As with many smaller towns, integration into the community can take time, but the welcoming nature of the locals makes Massarosa a potentially rewarding choice for retirees and expatriates seeking a quieter Italian lifestyle.
✅ Pros
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate year-round for outdoor enjoyment.
– Strong healthcare services with accessible medical facilities nearby.
– Low unemployment rate fostering economic stability and opportunities.
– Good air quality supporting a healthy lifestyle and well-being.
– Quiet, non-touristic environment ideal for peaceful living.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop for exploration and appreciation.
– Opportunities for social integration with welcoming local community.
– Adequate transportation options for convenient travel within Tuscany.
– Satisfactory internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
– Proximity to beautiful beaches and scenic landscapes.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality may pose challenges for serious conditions.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for better accessibility and convenience.
– Income levels lower than many other European regions.
– Average internet speed may frustrate heavy remote work users.
– Quiet environment might feel isolating for some expats.
– Lack of tourist influx can limit dining and entertainment options.
– Transportation options may not be frequent or extensive enough.
– Cultural activities may not be as vibrant as larger cities.
– Limited educational facilities for families relocating with children.
– Weather extremes can be uncomfortable during peak summer months.
Massarosa Demographics
Population
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This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
21900
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.
128600
Births Per 100 Deaths
40.0
Population Data Source
ISTAT,2023
Estimated Unemployment Rate
Touristy Index
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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)
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This is an estimation of average income per resident for this town, based on 2023 data from the Italian Ministry of Finance.
20400
Income rank in Italy (2023)
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This is a ranking of the town's average income per resident, against the full list of townships in Italy.
3920 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Galileo Galilei (Pisa)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
23min(s)
Galileo Galilei Airport, situated in Pisa, Italy, is the 10th busiest airport in the country, having served over 5 million passengers in 2023. It operates as a focus city for Ryanair and provides connections mainly across Europe, with notable destinations including London, Paris, and Amsterdam. The airport is known for its budget-friendly options, with a single terminal providing both domestic and international flights, and is conveniently linked to Pisa Centrale railway station via the Pisa Mover shuttle service.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Amerigo Vespucci (Florence)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
41min(s)
Amerigo Vespucci Airport, also known as Florence Airport, is situated near Florence, Italy, serving as an essential international gateway in the Tuscany region. It handles over 3 million passengers annually, offering connectivity to a variety of European destinations such as London, Paris, Amsterdam, and more, with seasonal routes to cities like Lyon and Olbia. As a focus city for airlines such as Vueling and Volotea, the airport is well connected through a light-rail link and buses to central Florence, making it accessible for travellers exploring the vibrant city and its surroundings.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Cristoforo Colombo (Genoa)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
71min(s)
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, situated in Sestri Ponente, Liguria, 7.4 kilometers west of the city of Genoa, serves as the largest airport in the region of Liguria. It connects the city with major European destinations such as Munich, Rome, Amsterdam, London, and Barcelona. Built on an artificial peninsula, this airport is notable for servicing the city and the Port of Genoa, offering both domestic and international flights.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Massarosa-Bozzano
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
6min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Massarosa-Bozzano includes several rail lines and operators providing a variety of connections. The main rail lines that stop here include routes to Lucca, Florence, Viareggio, Pisa Centrale, Cascina, and La Spezia Centrale. These routes connect to key destinations such as Lucca (approx. 11 minutes), Florence (approx. 1 hour 24 minutes), and Viareggio (approx. 9 minutes).
Direct connections are frequent, with the following approximate frequencies of departures:
– Lucca: 11 trains per day
– Florence: 21 trains per day
– Viareggio: 14 trains per day
– Pisa Centrale: 27 trains per day
– Cascina: 19 trains per day
– La Spezia Centrale: 16 trains per day
The primary train operator serving Massarosa-Bozzano is Trenitalia. The services primarily consist of regional trains, with no high-speed train services available at this station. Overall, it serves as a reliable point for regional connections within Tuscany.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Viareggio
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
8
Driving Time
15min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Viareggio provides a well-connected hub for travellers in Italy. The station is served by the Pisa–La Spezia–Genoa and Viareggio–Florence rail lines. Key destinations reachable by direct trains include Pisa, Livorno, Rome, La Spezia, Genoa, Parma, Milan, Lucca, Florence, and Garfagnana.
Train operations at this station are primarily managed by Trenitalia, which offers a variety of services ranging from regional trains to faster options like express and InterCity trains, including Eurostar City services.
In terms of frequency, the station has multiple departures throughout the day accommodating different travel needs. This setup includes a mix of regional and high-speed services, ensuring efficient travel connections.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Camaiore Lido-Capezzano
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
16min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Camaiore Lido-Capezzano includes trains primarily operated by Trenitalia. The station is served predominantly by regional trains, with no high-speed services stopping here. The main rail lines providing service connect Camaiore Lido-Capezzano to key destinations such as Florence, Pisa Centrale, Lucca, Viareggio, La Spezia Centrale, and Monterosso.
Direct trains to Florence have a frequency of about 34 trains per day, taking approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes. Trains to Pisa Centrale run frequently, with around 36 services per day and a travel time of about 25 minutes. Likewise, there are about 30 daily connections to Lucca (22 minutes travel time), and approximately 25 trains per day to Viareggio (3 minutes travel time). Services to La Spezia Centrale and Monterosso depart approximately 23 and 24 times per day, respectively, with travel times of about 51 minutes and 1 hour 21 minutes.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
152
Bars
106
Cafes
8
Cinemas
3
Dentists
4
Golf Courses
2
Gyms
7
Health Clinics
12
Hiking Trails
26
Historical Sites
229
Libraries
4
Museums
4
Parks
60
Pharmacies
38
Restaurants
246
Shopping Centres
52
Supermarkets
143
Spas
107
Beach
Name
Fosso Dell'Abate Sud
Driving Distance
16mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Pratospilla
Driving Distance
91mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
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Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
49
Nearest Hospital Name
Versilia-Pronto Soccorso
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
20 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
8
Local Public Healthcare Provider
AZIENDA USL TOSCANA NORD-OVEST
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Tuscany, healthcare services rank exceptionally well at a national level, indicating high efficiency and quality. Hospital care is robust, catering effectively to residents’ needs. Cardiac care excels, with commendable responsiveness in urgent cases and negligible readmissions following heart attacks. Orthopaedic procedures are handled promptly, aligning with swift post-operative recoveries. Breast cancer treatments, however, could be less invasive, and the response to severe heart conditions meets an average standard. Overall, healthcare provision presents a reliable system of care, beneficial for expats and retirees seeking comprehensive health services.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
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Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
Moderate to Low Earthquake Risk
Road Accidents Rate per 10k Inhabitants
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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.
47
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
50
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
93
Car Insurance Price Index
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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.
123.848
Housing & Property Market
Housing availability
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Based on total number of properties (sale and rent) classifies housing availability into five categories: low, relativel ylow, medium, relatively high and high.
Medium
Property Prices per m²
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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
1623
Median
2115
Third Quartile
2589
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Very Walkable
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.
Top 30%
Avg Schools Ranking (Standardised Tests)
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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.
Above Average (51st-60th percentile)
Sunshine
High (71st-80th percentile)
Snowfall
Low (11th-20th percentile)
Climate Description
The climate in Massarosa, Italy, presents a delightful balance suitable for both expats and retirees seeking consistent weather conditions. Summers in town are warm, reaching comfortable peak temperatures that encourage outdoor activities and explorations into the surrounding Tuscan landscape. The winters, meanwhile, are mild, rarely bringing more than a light dusting of snow, which adds a brief charm without causing disruptions. Rainfall is spread throughout the year, ensuring the region maintains its lush greenery without experiencing severe wet seasons. Liberal sunshine bathes Massarosa annually, providing ample light that greatly benefits mood and health - making it a serene haven year-round.
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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
84
Air Quality Description
In Massarosa, Italy, the air quality generally offers a healthy living environment, contributing positively to the town’s appeal for expats and retirees. The town is marked by good levels of particulate matter, ensuring minimal air pollution and clearer skies. Both fine particles and more coarse material like dust are consistently within acceptable levels. Additionally, gases such as nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide are present in low concentrations, further enhancing the breathable quality of the air. However, the ozone level occasionally strays into moderate levels, suggesting some room for improvement during certain times of the year. Overall, Massarosa provides a clean and agreeable atmosphere conducive to outdoor activities and leisure.
In Massarosa, Italy, the air quality generally offers a healthy living environment, contributing positively to the town’s appeal for expats and retirees. The town is marked by good levels of particulate matter, ensuring minimal air pollution and clearer skies. Both fine particles and more coarse material like dust are consistently within acceptable levels. Additionally, gases such as nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide are present in low concentrations, further enhancing the breathable quality of the air. However, the ozone level occasionally strays into moderate levels, suggesting some room for improvement during certain times of the year. Overall, Massarosa provides a clean and agreeable atmosphere conducive to outdoor activities and leisure.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Massarosa is accessible via the A11 motorway, linking it to major cities. The nearest airports are Galileo Galilei in Pisa and Amerigo Vespucci in Florence, effectively supporting both regional and international travel. Two train stations nearby enhance connectivity with an adequate infrastructure rating.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Massarosa boasts a vibrant culinary scene that is rich in local traditions and flavors. The region is famed for specific dishes, including the tortello, a stuffed pasta that holds significant cultural importance, particularly during local celebrations. Other notable dishes from the area include tordelli, spaghetti with ‘nicchi’, and rich soups such as black cabbage soup and fish soup of Viareggio. The culinary festivals in Massarosa, such as the Fish Festival and various tortello festivals, further emphasize its dedication to preserving culinary heritage. Dining options are diverse, ranging from traditional trattorias to modern eateries, reflecting a mix of authentic Tuscan cuisine and international influences. However, Michelin-rated dining experiences remain limited, with ‘Lunasia’ noted as a starred restaurant just outside the town, indicating a burgeoning yet selective fine dining scene. Overall, Massarosa offers a blend of traditional and contemporary dining experiences that align with the broader Tuscan and international culinary landscapes.
Shopping Overview
The shopping landscape comprises a mix of supermarkets for essential groceries and small local boutiques showcasing artisan goods. Weekly farmers’ markets and organic food markets offer fresh produce and local delicacies. Local shopping streets host a variety of retail formats, including trendy boutiques and traditional shops, along with periodic events featuring crafts and vintage items. In addition, larger retail complexes are available in nearby areas for a diverse shopping experience.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Massarosa offers several outdoor activities suitable for expats and retirees. Key areas include the Oasi Massaciuccoli, a notable wetland perfect for birdwatching and nature enthusiasts. Additionally, the Sentiero n. 7b – Via delle Ginestre and Parco Archeologico-naturalistico Buca delle Fate provide popular hiking trails, offering scenic views and a glimpse into the region’s natural beauty and history. Cycling enthusiasts can enjoy the Percorso ciclopedonale Fior di Loto, a shared pedestrian and bike path known for its picturesque surroundings. These sites offer a balance of tranquility and activity, appealing to those seeking nature-based lifestyles.
✅ Pros
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate year-round for outdoor enjoyment.
– Strong healthcare services with accessible medical facilities nearby.
– Low unemployment rate fostering economic stability and opportunities.
– Good air quality supporting a healthy lifestyle and well-being.
– Quiet, non-touristic environment ideal for peaceful living.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop for exploration and appreciation.
– Opportunities for social integration with welcoming local community.
– Adequate transportation options for convenient travel within Tuscany.
– Satisfactory internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
– Proximity to beautiful beaches and scenic landscapes.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality may pose challenges for serious conditions.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for better accessibility and convenience.
– Income levels lower than many other European regions.
– Average internet speed may frustrate heavy remote work users.
– Quiet environment might feel isolating for some expats.
– Lack of tourist influx can limit dining and entertainment options.
– Transportation options may not be frequent or extensive enough.
– Cultural activities may not be as vibrant as larger cities.
– Limited educational facilities for families relocating with children.
– Weather extremes can be uncomfortable during peak summer months.
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