Magliano di Tenna

This small Marche town has a population of around 1,431 residents, making it a genuinely quiet place where you’re likely to know your neighbours. If you’re seeking the peace of a small Italian community rather than the bustle of a larger centre, this fits that bill well.

For practical matters, it’s worth noting there is no train station in town, so you’ll need a car or access to other transport if you want regular connections to larger towns or cities. This is an important consideration if you prefer not to drive or want easy public transport links.

Healthcare is another factor to consider. While the town will have local medical services, there is no confirmed English-speaking GP based here. You may need to travel for appointments with an English-speaking doctor, or arrange translation support locally, depending on your comfort with Italian or your healthcare needs.

The lack of major infrastructure suggests this is genuinely rural Italy rather than a town adapted for tourism or expat communities. That can be appealing if you want an authentic local experience and lower costs, but it does mean you’ll need to be fairly independent and prepared for a lifestyle quite different from larger expat hubs. This is a place for those who embrace small-town Italian life wholeheartedly.