Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
25
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
21800
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.
85500
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
86
Region
Liguria
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.
High
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
56
/ 20
Climate Description
Mild winters, warm sunny summers, well-distributed rain, and occasional light snow.
Sarzana
Liguria
Historic town in Liguria with walkable streets, rich culture, and quality local cuisine.
Summary
Sarzana, situated in the Liguria region of Italy, is an appealing destination for expats and retirees, offering a blend of charm and practicality. This historic town, located a short drive from the coast, is characterized by its walkable streets and rich cultural offerings, making it a pleasant environment for daily life. Key attractions include the medieval fortress and historic churches that reflect its storied past. The local cuisine is noted for its quality, with a variety of dining spots that cater to diverse tastes. While the town has an excellent public transport system connecting to nearby cities, particularly via train, the maritime charm can be marred by limited access to beaches, which are situated several kilometers away. Despite these minor drawbacks, Sarzana boasts a welcoming community and a low crime rate, enhancing its appeal as a long-term residence for expatriates.
✅ Pros
– Excellent healthcare quality with high ratings and accessibility.
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate ideal for outdoor activities year-round.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and enjoy.
– Welcoming community with integration opportunities for expats.
– Low unemployment rate offers a stable economic environment.
– Sufficient internet connectivity supports remote work and communication.
– Convenient transportation links to major cities and local attractions.
– Air quality is generally good, promoting a healthy lifestyle.
– Moderate tourist presence enhances local culture without overcrowding.
– Adequate infrastructure for daily living and access to amenities.
❌ Cons
– Limited options for specialized healthcare services and practitioners.
– Transport schedules may not align with expat lifestyles.
– Internet connectivity can be inconsistent during peak usage times.
– Low infrastructure score suggests occasional maintenance issues arise.
– Cultural events might not cater to all expat interests.
– Fewer international schools available for expatriate children.
– Language barrier could hinder full integration for some expats.
– Some areas may experience seasonal tourist congestion.
– Limited job opportunities outside tourism and hospitality sectors.
– Rent prices can fluctuate dramatically during tourist seasons.
Sarzana Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
21800
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.
85500
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.
23500
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.
1270 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
35min(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
Cristoforo Colombo (Genoa)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
57min(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.
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
59min(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 Sarzana
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
4min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Sarzana includes several rail lines primarily operated by Trenitalia. Key destinations connected by direct trains from Sarzana include Pisa Centrale, La Spezia Centrale, Florence, Monterosso, Santo Stefano di Magra, and Carrara Avenza. The frequency of departures varies: from every 15 to 60 minutes during peak hours, depending on the destination. The station services both regional and intercity lines, but it does not typically feature high-speed train services. Regular regional trains make up the bulk of the services offered.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Arcola
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
11min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Arcola is primarily operated by Trenitalia. The station is served by regional rail lines connecting Arcola to nearby cities. Key destinations accessible from Arcola include La Spezia, which is approximately 4 miles away and typically takes around 33 minutes to reach by train, and Naples, with travel times averaging around 6 hours and 10 minutes. Train departures from Arcola are relatively infrequent, generally running a few times per day rather than at fixed intervals such as every 30 minutes or hourly. The station primarily handles regional services, with no high-speed trains operating directly from here.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Vezzano Ligure
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 Vezzano Ligure is primarily operated by Trenitalia and Italo, connecting various regional destinations. Key rail lines that stop here include services to La Spezia Centrale, Monterosso, Santo Stefano di Magra, Pisa Centrale, and Pontremoli.
Frequency of departures varies by destination: there are 19 trains per day to La Spezia Centrale and Monterosso, 13 trains to Santo Stefano di Magra, 31 trains to Pisa Centrale, and 11 trains to Pontremoli. The first trains depart at around 6:08, while the last services can run as late as 22:20.
The station offers a mix of regional and some higher frequency regional express services, but does not have high-speed trains stopping here.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
128
Bars
141
Cafes
113
Cinemas
5
Dentists
21
Golf Courses
2
Gyms
25
Health Clinics
40
Hiking Trails
6
Historical Sites
167
Libraries
6
Museums
11
Parks
27
Pharmacies
20
Restaurants
74
Shopping Centres
2
Supermarkets
33
Spas
18
Beach
Name
Marinella Ovest
Driving Distance
10mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Pratospilla
Driving Distance
69mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
97
Nearest Hospital Name
Ospedale Civile San Bartolomeo
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
6 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
6
Local Public Healthcare Provider
SPEZZINO
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Liguria, healthcare quality presents a mixed picture. Efficiency in hospital care is at the lower end nationally, with prompt attention to heart attacks and bone fractures needing improvement. However, breast cancer surgeries are predominantly minimally invasive, and post-operative hospital stays are frequently brief, demonstrating strengths in specific surgical areas. Response times for crucial cardiac procedures are notably swift, yet heart failure readmissions remain a concern. Overall, while certain aspects of healthcare are competitive, potential residents should consider the disparity in service levels.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
[?]
Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
Moderate 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.
55
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.
50
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.
114.062
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.
High
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
1562
Median
1959
Third Quartile
2500
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Walker's Paradise
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 10%
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 10%
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
Somewhat High (61st-70th percentile)
Snowfall
Below Average (31st-40th percentile)
Climate Description
Sarzana's climate offers a balanced Mediterranean touch, perfect for those who enjoy mild winters and warm, sun-filled summers. The area receives ample sunlight throughout the year, ensuring bright days ideal for exploring the town’s historic sites or indulging in outdoor activities. Precipitation is well-distributed across the seasons, maintaining lush landscapes without overwhelming wet spells. Surprisingly, the town sees a light dusting of snow annually, adding a brief winter charm that quickly gives way to spring. Overall, Sarzana presents a comfortable climate for retirees and expats seeking a serene lifestyle under the Italian sun in a visually delightful setting.
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
Sarzana, nestled in Italy, boasts a commendable air quality profile, making it a suitable choice for expatriates and retirees seeking a healthier lifestyle. The town enjoys good levels of nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, contributing to its clean and breathable atmosphere. Particulate matter, specifically PM10, is also well within acceptable limits, ensuring a clear environment. However, attention should be given to PM2.5 and ozone levels, which occasionally dip to less optimal conditions. Overall, Sarzana presents a generally wholesome air quality standing, aligning with the expectations of those accustomed to finer living environments.
Sarzana, nestled in Italy, boasts a commendable air quality profile, making it a suitable choice for expatriates and retirees seeking a healthier lifestyle. The town enjoys good levels of nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, contributing to its clean and breathable atmosphere. Particulate matter, specifically PM10, is also well within acceptable limits, ensuring a clear environment. However, attention should be given to PM2.5 and ozone levels, which occasionally dip to less optimal conditions. Overall, Sarzana presents a generally wholesome air quality standing, aligning with the expectations of those accustomed to finer living environments.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Sarzana benefits from good transport connectivity, situated near key road links such as the A12 motorway, facilitating access to larger cities. The nearest airports are Pisa and Genoa. Local rail services connect to regional destinations, with nearby stations offering reasonable connectivity ratings.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Sarzana’s culinary scene is characterized by its rich Ligurian heritage, featuring traditional dishes such as homemade focacce, pesto, and seafood specialties influenced by its coastal location. Local establishments emphasize fresh, local ingredients and regional culinary practices. The town hosts a variety of dining options, ranging from casual trattorias to more refined eateries, reflecting both local and international flavors. Notably, Sarzana is home to Michelin-starred restaurants, emphasizing its status as a gastronomic destination in Liguria.
Shopping Overview
The area offers a varied shopping experience, including supermarkets for everyday needs, local boutiques showcasing artisanal products, and speciality shops focused on unique gifts. There are also opportunities for browsing art galleries and markets. While informal shopping options such as outdoor markets exist, larger retail formats and dedicated shopping centres are not prominent in the vicinity, favouring a more traditional and local shopping environment.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Sarzana, in Liguria, offers multiple recreational trails. The Via Francigena, Segment 85, extends for approximately 17.9 miles and presents moderate challenge, appealing to hikers. Another notable path, Sarzana – Ponzano Superiore, spans around 9.4 miles, also rated moderately difficult. For mountain biking, the Sarzana – Lerici – San Terenzo – Arcola trail is engaging, stretching over 32.7 miles with a significant elevation gain of 3,126 feet. An easier option, Anello Parco Naturalistico Saudino, is a short 1.5-mile circuit ideal for basic outings. These routes highlight Sarzana’s outdoor opportunities suited for expats and retirees seeking active lifestyles.
✅ Pros
– Excellent healthcare quality with high ratings and accessibility.
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate ideal for outdoor activities year-round.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and enjoy.
– Welcoming community with integration opportunities for expats.
– Low unemployment rate offers a stable economic environment.
– Sufficient internet connectivity supports remote work and communication.
– Convenient transportation links to major cities and local attractions.
– Air quality is generally good, promoting a healthy lifestyle.
– Moderate tourist presence enhances local culture without overcrowding.
– Adequate infrastructure for daily living and access to amenities.
❌ Cons
– Limited options for specialized healthcare services and practitioners.
– Transport schedules may not align with expat lifestyles.
– Internet connectivity can be inconsistent during peak usage times.
– Low infrastructure score suggests occasional maintenance issues arise.
– Cultural events might not cater to all expat interests.
– Fewer international schools available for expatriate children.
– Language barrier could hinder full integration for some expats.
– Some areas may experience seasonal tourist congestion.
– Limited job opportunities outside tourism and hospitality sectors.
– Rent prices can fluctuate dramatically during tourist seasons.
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