Elevation

[?] Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
140

Population

[?] This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
16500

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.
78500

Air Quality Rating

[?] Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
96

Region

Puglia

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.
Low

Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)

Climate Description

Warm summers, mild winters, ample sun, rare snow; ideal for outdoor activities year-round.

Torremaggiore

Puglia

Southern Italian town with historical charm, local markets, and proximity to Gargano National Park.

Quality of Life Score

[?]Factors in air quality, amenities, walkability, population, and environmental risks. Higher scores suggest better living conditions.

76

Quality of Infrastructure

[?]Measures internet speed, healthcare access, airports, rail, and walkability. Higher scores mean better connectivity and essential services.

42

Quality of Economy

[?]Based on income, property prices, job availability, and population density. Higher scores indicate stronger economic conditions.

61

Summary

Torremaggiore, located in the Puglia region of southern Italy, offers foreign expats and retirees a blend of historical charm and practical living. Known for its friendly locals and rich culinary traditions, the town fosters a sense of community amid its quiet streets. While it lacks a robust expat network, the presence of a few international residents enriches cultural exchange, particularly for those involved in teaching or local businesses. Key attractions include historic architecture, local markets, and proximity to the beautiful Gargano National Park, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

However, potential challenges for new residents include limited access to healthcare facilities and a slower-paced lifestyle that may not suit everyone’s preferences. While the nearest beach is a short drive away, the local internet infrastructure may not meet the demands of remote workers. Despite these drawbacks, Torremaggiore remains an appealing option for those seeking a laid-back, authentic Italian experience.

✅ Pros

– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Favorable climate with mild winters and warm summers.
– Low unemployment rate, fostering job opportunities for expats.
– High air quality rating promotes a healthy lifestyle.
– Limited tourist presence allows for a tranquil environment.
– Opportunities for local integration and community involvement.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Access to quality healthcare with local medical facilities.
– Basic infrastructure supports daily needs and commuting.
– Internet connectivity available for remote work and communication.

❌ Cons

– Limited healthcare quality may affect urgent medical needs.
– Infrastructure lacks modern amenities for convenient living.
– Slow internet speeds can hinder remote work efficiency.
– Fewer entertainment and dining options for social outings.
– Limited educational facilities may restrict families with children.
– Isolation due to minimal tourist activity and local engagement.
– Rural location may complicate access to major cities.
– Language barrier could pose challenges in daily interactions.
– Public transportation options are not robust or frequent.
– Job opportunities may be limited in specialized fields.

Torremaggiore Demographics

Population

[?] This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.

16500

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.

78500

Births Per 100 Deaths

80.0

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.

15200

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.

6945 out of 7901

Infrastructure and Connectivity

Closest Airport

Name

Karol Wojtyla (Bari)

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

7

Driving Time

90min(s)

Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport is located approximately 8 kilometres northwest of Bari, Italy, and serves as a significant hub in the Puglia region. It handled over 6 million passengers in 2023, largely acting as a focus city for low-cost carriers like Ryanair and Volotea. The airport connects to numerous European cities, with main routes including destinations such as London, Paris, Milan, and Istanbul, and benefits from seasonal services to cities like New York and Vienna, marking it as a convenient base for both domestic and international travel.

2nd 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

91min(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.

3rd Closest Airport

Name

Capodichino (Naples)

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

9

Driving Time

131min(s)

Capodichino Airport, officially known as Naples International Airport, is located in Capodichino, Naples, Campania, Italy, approximately 5.9 km north-northeast of Naples city centre. It is the largest airport in Southern Italy, handling over 12 million passengers annually, and serves as a base for airlines such as easyJet, Ryanair, Volotea, and Wizz Air. The airport offers connections to major domestic destinations like Milan and Turin, as well as international routes to cities including Barcelona, London, Munich, Frankfurt, and New York City, making it a key hub for travellers in the Mediterranean region.

Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di San Severo

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

7

Driving Time

28min(s)

Train service at Stazione di San Severo includes the Adriatic railway line. Direct trains connect to key destinations such as Foggia, Rome, Pescara, and Bari. The main train operator is Trenitalia, which provides Inter-city, express, and local train services. Departure frequency varies typically from hourly to a few trains per day depending on the route. The station services a mix of high-speed and regional trains, catering to both quick and local travel needs.

2nd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Lucera

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

5

Driving Time

32min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Lucera is provided primarily by Trenitalia and offers regional connections. The station is located in Puglia, along the railway line from Foggia to Lucera and has been operational since 1887.

– **Rail Lines**: It services the line connecting Foggia to Lucera with several regional branches.

– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect Lucera to important destinations such as Foggia, San Severo, Termoli, and Trani, among others. Travel times to major cities include:
– **L’Aquila**: 13 hours 2 minutes
– **Matera**: 20 hours 43 minutes
– **Rome**: 8 hours 39 minutes

– **Train Operators**: The main operator for trains at this station is Trenitalia, with no high-speed services from other companies such as Italo.

– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains operate approximately every 20 minutes, especially for regional connections to nearby towns.

– **Type of Services**: The station primarily handles regional trains, with no high-speed train options available.

3rd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Rignano Garganico

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

4

Driving Time

34min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Rignano Garganico provides essential regional connections in the Italian railway network. The station is served predominantly by regional trains operated by Trenitalia, catering to passengers wishing to travel to nearby towns and cities.

### Rail Lines:
– The primary rail line servicing the station is the Foggia to Barletta line.

### Key Destinations:
– Passengers can take direct trains to several key destinations, including Foggia and Barletta.

### Train Operators:
– The main train operator at this station is Trenitalia, which is responsible for regional rail services. High-speed services, such as those offered by Italo, do not stop at this station.

### Frequency of Departures:
– Trains typically operate on an hourly basis, with some services running more frequently during peak times, while a few may be offered during off-peak hours.

### Train Types:
– Stazione di Rignano Garganico mainly offers regional train services, without high-speed options available.

Infrastructure & Amenities

Within 10km

Auto Repair Shops

118

Bars

88

Cafes

9

Cinemas

4

Dentists

9

Golf Courses

0

Gyms

2

Health Clinics

2

Hiking Trails

4

Historical Sites

40

Libraries

1

Museums

12

Parks

1

Pharmacies

26

Restaurants

182

Shopping Centres

67

Supermarkets

126

Spas

34

Beach

Name

Can. Pontone 30 Mt Dx

Driving Distance

37mins

Water Quality Rating

1 - Excellent

Mountain Resort

Name

Campitello Matese

Driving Distance

109mins

Healthcare

Healthcare Score

[?] Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.

17

Nearest Hospital Name

San Giacomo

Drive Time to Nearest Hospital

15 minutes

Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km

9

Local Public Healthcare Provider

ASL FG

Healthcare Quality Description

In this area of Puglia, the local healthcare quality may raise concerns for expats and retirees. Local hospital care lags significantly, indicating potential challenges in accessing specialised medical services. Orthopaedic response times fall short, with prompt treatment for fractures less frequent. Minimally invasive breast cancer procedures are notably rare, impacting oncological care options. Conversely, the management of heart attack patients is relatively well-handled, although response times for urgent cardiac cases could improve. The readmission rate following heart failure shows a moderate level of care. Collectively, these factors suggest varying degrees of efficiency and effectiveness in healthcare services.

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.

12

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.

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.

110.687

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

395

Median

748

Third Quartile

863

Connectivity & Digital Access

Walkability Description

Very Walkable

Avg Download Speed (Mbps)

Fast Download Speed (Mbps)

Slow Download Speed (Mbps)

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.

Bottom 40%

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.

Very Low (Bottom 10%)

Sunshine

Very High (81st-90th percentile)

Snowfall

Low (11th-20th percentile)

Min Annual Temperature (°C)

[?] This parameter represents the monthly average of daily minimum temperatures for January, based on data from OPEN-METEO.

3.2

Max Annual Temperature (°C)

[?] This parameter represents the monthly average of daily minimum temperatures for January, based on data from OPEN-METEO.

31.6

Climate Description

In Torremaggiore, Italy, expats and retirees will find a climate that comfortably blends warm summers and mild winters. The town benefits from ample sun, ensuring bright and enjoyable days for most of the year. Winters are typically gentle, with rare snowfall that briefly dusts the landscape, inviting a picturesque scene without causing major disruptions. Summers peak with considerable warmth, ideal for those who appreciate outdoor activities and Mediterranean vistas. This balance of conditions supports both leisurely and active lifestyles, enriching the experience for residents from diverse climatic backgrounds seeking a tranquil yet engaging environment. Torremaggiore offers a stable climate encouraging year-round exploration and living.

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

Torremaggiore, Italy, boasts commendable air quality that expatriates and retirees will find conducive to maintaining healthy living standards. The town benefits from low concentrations of particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide, ensuring that air quality generally supports outdoor activities without significant health risks. Sulphur dioxide levels are consistently minimal, posing little concern to residents. Ozone levels, while slightly elevated, remain within a range that should only marginally impact very sensitive individuals. This environment allows those residing in or visiting Torremaggiore to enjoy its scenic surroundings and vibrant community life without undue worry about air pollution.

Torremaggiore, Italy, boasts commendable air quality that expatriates and retirees will find conducive to maintaining healthy living standards. The town benefits from low concentrations of particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide, ensuring that air quality generally supports outdoor activities without significant health risks. Sulphur dioxide levels are consistently minimal, posing little concern to residents. Ozone levels, while slightly elevated, remain within a range that should only marginally impact very sensitive individuals. This environment allows those residing in or visiting Torremaggiore to enjoy its scenic surroundings and vibrant community life without undue worry about air pollution.

Town Descriptions

Getting There

Torremaggiore offers limited connectivity with the nearest airport, Karol Wojtyla in Bari, approximately 90 minutes away, followed closely by Abruzzo Airport in Pescara. The town’s accessibility is supported by nearby train stations, though with moderate connectivity scores, and a relative assessment of its infrastructure remains low.

Getting Around

Local Cuisine

The culinary scene in Torremaggiore, nestled in the Puglia region, showcases a rich tapestry of traditional and local dishes reflective of the area’s agricultural heritage. Renowned for its exceptional quality ingredients, the town offers a variety of traditional dishes, including Pane di Altamura (PDO bread), taralli, focaccia, and artisanal cheeses such as caciocavallo and burrata. Pasta, particularly orecchiette served with broccoli rabe, is a staple dish, alongside panzerotti and pettole, which reflect the local preference for simple yet flavorful fare. Dining options in Torremaggiore encompass local trattorias that serve these traditional dishes, alongside burgeoning international influences, adapting to diverse palates without overshadowing local authenticity. Currently, there are no Michelin-starred restaurants in Torremaggiore, indicating a focus on home-style cooking rather than Michelin-rated gastronomic experiences.

Shopping Overview

The local shopping ecosystem includes specialty shops and gift stores, alongside smaller boutiques. Supermarkets cater to everyday needs, while smaller grocers offer regional produce. Farmers’ markets provide fresh, local goods on specific days. The area may also host shopping centres, which typically feature a variety of retail options, from fashion to home goods. Overall, shoppers can expect a mix of traditional local shops and more modern retail formats, making it suitable for various preferences.

Neighborhoods

Green Areas and Parks

Torremaggiore offers limited but notable outdoor activities suitable for expats and retirees interested in hiking. The area features several challenging hiking trails, including the Tratturo Lucera-Castel di Sangro, spanning 11.9 miles, and the 4.0-mile Colle del Monaco-Forca di Cane. These routes provide opportunities for immersive outdoor experiences. Additionally, the Municipal Pine Forest provides a modest 0.4-mile walking and running trail, making it ideal for more relaxed activities. The trails primarily cater to those seeking challenging treks, with varying lengths and difficulties that may appeal to seasoned hikers.

✅ Pros

– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Favorable climate with mild winters and warm summers.
– Low unemployment rate, fostering job opportunities for expats.
– High air quality rating promotes a healthy lifestyle.
– Limited tourist presence allows for a tranquil environment.
– Opportunities for local integration and community involvement.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Access to quality healthcare with local medical facilities.
– Basic infrastructure supports daily needs and commuting.
– Internet connectivity available for remote work and communication.

❌ Cons

– Limited healthcare quality may affect urgent medical needs.
– Infrastructure lacks modern amenities for convenient living.
– Slow internet speeds can hinder remote work efficiency.
– Fewer entertainment and dining options for social outings.
– Limited educational facilities may restrict families with children.
– Isolation due to minimal tourist activity and local engagement.
– Rural location may complicate access to major cities.
– Language barrier could pose challenges in daily interactions.
– Public transportation options are not robust or frequent.
– Job opportunities may be limited in specialized fields.

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