Orbassano

This Piedmont town of around 23,000 residents offers a quieter alternative to Italy’s larger urban centres. As a smaller community, Orbassano provides the kind of everyday Italian living that many retirees seek, without the overwhelming scale or tourist infrastructure of major cities.

One practical consideration for your move: there is no train station in town, so you’ll need to arrange other transport options if rail access is important to your lifestyle. This might mean relying on local buses, taxis, or a car for getting around and accessing services elsewhere.

Healthcare is an important factor when choosing where to retire. While basic medical services will be available through Italy’s public health system, you should know that an English-speaking GP has not been confirmed in Orbassano. This means you may need to navigate medical appointments in Italian or arrange translation support when needed.

The town’s modest size makes it suitable if you’re looking for a slower pace and closer community connections rather than extensive English-language services or international amenities. Before committing to a move, it would be worth spending time here to assess whether the practical arrangements—particularly around transport and healthcare—suit your needs.