Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
179
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
17700
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.
71400
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
86
Region
Emilia-Romagna
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)
76
/ 28
Climate Description
Balanced climate with many sunny days, gentle winters, moderate rainfall, and warm summers.
Pianoro
Emilia-Romagna
This town features high walkability, rich culinary traditions, and access to scenic countryside.
Summary
Pianoro, nestled in the picturesque hills of Emilia-Romagna, offers a blend of historical charm and modern amenities appealing to expats and retirees. Located just a short drive from Bologna, this town boasts a notably high walkability score, making daily errands simple and inviting. Local attractions include the serene landscapes of the surrounding countryside, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, and the rich culinary traditions that define the region, particularly its artisanal food products and local wines.
Despite its advantages, potential residents should be aware of a few drawbacks. While healthcare quality is commendably high, access to specialized services may require travel to nearby cities. Additionally, though the town provides a tranquil lifestyle, it may lack the vibrancy found in larger urban centers. The nearest beach is a drive away, which may be a consideration for those yearning for coastal closeness. Pianoro offers a balanced lifestyle, marked by community spirit and cultural richness.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare system with excellent medical facilities.
– Clean air with an impressive air quality rating.
– Low unemployment rate offers economic stability and job opportunities.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop enhancing community living.
– Integration opportunities foster connections with locals and expats alike.
– Convenient transportation options for easy access to nearby cities.
– Moderate climate suitable for year-round outdoor activities.
– Less touristy atmosphere providing a peaceful living experience.
– Satisfactory infrastructure supporting daily life and mobility.
– Affordable cost of living relative to nearby urban areas.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife and entertainment options for socializing.
– Internet speeds may frustrate heavy users and remote workers.
– Less diversity in dining choices compared to larger cities.
– Smaller community might feel isolating for some expats.
– Limited shopping options could require traveling to nearby towns.
– Public transport may be less frequent during off-peak hours.
– Language barrier could pose challenges for non-Italian speakers.
– Fewer cultural events compared to larger urban areas.
– Weather can be humid and uncomfortable in summer months.
– Limited educational facilities may not suit families with children.
Pianoro Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
17700
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.
71400
Births Per 100 Deaths
50.0
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.
26400
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.
122 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Guglielmo Marconi (Bologna)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
31min(s)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport, located in Bologna, Italy, approximately 6 km from the city centre, serves as a vital transport hub in the Emilia-Romagna region. With nearly 10 million passengers in 2023, it ranks among Italy’s busier airports, connecting travellers to over 100 destinations, including major cities like Amsterdam, Frankfurt, and Dubai. Key routes facilitated by airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air include domestic flights to Catania and international connections to Tirana and Madrid, with the longest direct route being to Dubai. The airport’s connectivity is enhanced by a monorail to Bologna Central Station, making it easily accessible for both domestic and international travellers.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Reggio Emilia Airport (Reggio nell'Emilia)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
1
Driving Time
59min(s)
Reggio Emilia Airport (Aeroporto di Reggio Emilia) primarily serves general aviation and doesn’t handle regular commercial passenger flights. Travellers to the region typically use nearby larger airports such as Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, Milan Linate, and Parma Airport for international travel. The airport does not have significant passenger volume or notable airline hubs and destinations.
3rd 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
60min(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.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Pianoro
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
5min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Pianoro is primarily provided by Trenitalia Tper on the Bologna–Florence railway line. The station connects directly to Bologna, making it a key stop for commuting to this major city. It has direct services to important destinations, particularly Bologna, which can be reached with frequent departures.
The frequency of departures is notable, with suburban services on line S1B operating regularly, allowing passengers to travel to and from Bologna as part of the metropolitan railway service.
Pianoro is serviced by regional trains primarily, with no high-speed train services operating from this station. Overall, the train services at Stazione di Pianoro offer a reliable connection to Bologna and surrounding areas for local commuters.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Musiano-Pian di Macina
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
8min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Musiano-Pian di Macina is primarily operated by Regional trains. The key rail line that stops here connects to the Bologna metropolitan railway service. Key destinations connected by direct trains include:
– Bologna Centrale (approximately every 30 minutes during peak times)
– Florence (direct services available twice daily)
Train operators include Trenitalia as the main service provider, focusing on regional connections. The frequency of departures varies, with trains typically leaving every 30 minutes to Bologna and less frequently towards Florence. The station does not service high-speed trains and primarily offers regional services.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Rastignano
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
8
Driving Time
13min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Rastignano provides a range of connections primarily operated by Trenitalia. The main rail lines that stop here connect to major destinations which include Bologna Centrale, Florence, Prato Centrale, Rome, and Venice. Direct train services to these destinations are frequent, with services to Bologna running every few minutes throughout the day, and services to Florence and Rome available at least several times an hour. The frequency of departures varies, with approximately 12 trains daily to Bologna and 32 trains daily to Florence. The station does not offer high-speed train services, but it provides a mix of regional and intercity trains that facilitate travel across significant routes in Italy. Overall, Rastignano’s train services are primarily regional and intercity, making it a convenient option for both local and longer-distance travel.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
71
Bars
23
Cafes
11
Cinemas
5
Dentists
13
Golf Courses
3
Gyms
10
Health Clinics
8
Hiking Trails
51
Historical Sites
95
Libraries
4
Museums
8
Parks
29
Pharmacies
8
Restaurants
99
Shopping Centres
22
Supermarkets
85
Spas
59
Beach
Name
Bilancino - Sieve
Driving Distance
59mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Corno alle Scale - Lizzano in Belvedere
Driving Distance
90mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
89
Nearest Hospital Name
Ospedale di Loiano
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
20 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
22
Local Public Healthcare Provider
AZIENDA USL BOLOGNA
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Emilia Romagna, the local healthcare system ranks highly across Italy for overall performance. Local hospital care demonstrates notable efficiency, and heart attack treatments show expeditious responses. While care for bone fractures and cardiac readmissions is commendable, minimally invasive surgery for breast cancer suggests room for potential improvement. The efficiency in postoperative recovery times appears satisfactory. Individuals considering a move to this region can anticipate a healthcare system with a generally high standard of care, particularly in acute cardiac events.
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.
27
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.
113.724
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.
Medium
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
2382
Median
3266
Third Quartile
3651
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.
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Sunshine
Somewhat High (61st-70th percentile)
Snowfall
High (71st-80th percentile)
Climate Description
Pianoro, located in Italy, enjoys a climate that strikes a pleasing balance most of the year. The region experiences a significant amount of sunny days, supporting outdoor activities and a vibrant expat community. Winters have a gentle touch of snowfall, adding to the picturesque quality without causing major disruptions. Summer peaks are warm but rarely reach extreme highs, making Pianoro an attractive destination for retirees seeking comfort without the harshness of severe temperatures. The moderate rainfall throughout the year ensures lush landscapes, yet it is pleasantly spread out so as not to dampen the overall mild weather. This climate contributes to a serene living environment suitable for those enchanted by Italy's magic towns.
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 Pianoro, Italy, the air quality generally ranks from fair to good, creating a conducive environment for those seeking a healthy lifestyle amidst Italian charm. The concentrations of airborne particles and gases—specifically particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide—are maintained at levels that indicate largely benign conditions. While particulate matter sometimes reaches noticeable concentrations, their presence doesn’t frequently escalate to a point of concern, thus supporting outdoor activities without significant reservations. Ozone levels, variable with seasons, require occasional caution but overall contribute positively to the breathable atmosphere of this quaint town nestled in the Italian hills.
In Pianoro, Italy, the air quality generally ranks from fair to good, creating a conducive environment for those seeking a healthy lifestyle amidst Italian charm. The concentrations of airborne particles and gases—specifically particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide—are maintained at levels that indicate largely benign conditions. While particulate matter sometimes reaches noticeable concentrations, their presence doesn’t frequently escalate to a point of concern, thus supporting outdoor activities without significant reservations. Ozone levels, variable with seasons, require occasional caution but overall contribute positively to the breathable atmosphere of this quaint town nestled in the Italian hills.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Pianoro is accessible via the E45 and SS65 roads, facilitating connections to major urban centers. The closest airport is Bologna’s Guglielmo Marconi, with Reggio Emilia Airport also within reach. Two nearby train stations provide additional transport options, although their connectivity scores are moderate.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Pianoro, located in Emilia-Romagna, boasts a rich culinary tradition characterized by its renowned local products. Signature dishes include Prosciutto di Parma, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and Bolognese sauce (ragù). The area is also famous for stuffed pasta, particularly tortellini and tortelli, alongside piadina, a traditional flatbread. The dining scene includes a variety of restaurants offering both authentic Italian cuisine and international influences, with an emphasis on robust, indulgent flavors. Notably, Osteria Numero Sette holds a Michelin star, reflecting the high quality of dining available in the town.
Shopping Overview
This area offers a diverse shopping landscape, including supermarkets, specialised boutiques, and shopping malls. Grocery needs can be fulfilled in local supermarkets, while fashions can be sourced from smaller boutiques and larger retail outlets. Shopping malls provide a mix of shops, often featuring both local and international brands. Additionally, there are options for eco-friendly and second-hand shopping. Markets showcasing regional specialties enhance the shopping experience, reflecting local culture and culinary traditions.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Pianoro offers several outdoor activities, primarily characterized by its hiking trails. Among the notable routes are the Anello di Gorgognano, a moderate 7-mile loop, and Roveri – Montecalvo, stretching over 16.4 miles. For those preferring shorter paths, Oratorio Madonna dei Boschi provides a 1.6-mile easy walk. Additionally, Anello di Poggio Scanno and Anello di Casola Canina offer moderate challenges for hikers. These trails vary in distance and difficulty, catering to a range of fitness levels. Pianoro’s green areas appeal to individuals seeking consistent recreational opportunities in natural settings.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare system with excellent medical facilities.
– Clean air with an impressive air quality rating.
– Low unemployment rate offers economic stability and job opportunities.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop enhancing community living.
– Integration opportunities foster connections with locals and expats alike.
– Convenient transportation options for easy access to nearby cities.
– Moderate climate suitable for year-round outdoor activities.
– Less touristy atmosphere providing a peaceful living experience.
– Satisfactory infrastructure supporting daily life and mobility.
– Affordable cost of living relative to nearby urban areas.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife and entertainment options for socializing.
– Internet speeds may frustrate heavy users and remote workers.
– Less diversity in dining choices compared to larger cities.
– Smaller community might feel isolating for some expats.
– Limited shopping options could require traveling to nearby towns.
– Public transport may be less frequent during off-peak hours.
– Language barrier could pose challenges for non-Italian speakers.
– Fewer cultural events compared to larger urban areas.
– Weather can be humid and uncomfortable in summer months.
– Limited educational facilities may not suit families with children.
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