Piemonte

Piemonte is one of northern Italy’s most rewarding regions for expats — a place where Alpine landscapes, world-class wine, and an unhurried pace of life combine with genuine affordability and excellent infrastructure.

Bordering France and Switzerland, Piemonte spans eight diverse provinces, from the elegant boulevards of Torino to the vine-covered hills of Asti and the dramatic mountain valleys of Cuneo. With 1,178 towns ranging from buzzing regional cities to tiny Alpine villages, there is a corner of Piemonte to suit almost every lifestyle.

The cost of living is comfortably below Italy’s major urban centres, with monthly expenses typically falling between €1,500 and €2,300. Healthcare is well-regarded, the transport network connects the region efficiently to Milan and beyond, and Torino’s international airport provides direct links across Europe.

Piemonte is arguably Italy’s finest food and wine region. It is home to Barolo and Barbaresco, the birthplace of white truffles and the slow food movement, and a culinary culture that rivals anything Tuscany or Emilia-Romagna can offer — without the tourist crowds.

For expats weighing up where to move in Italy, Piemonte offers a compelling combination: four distinct seasons, proximity to both the Alps and the Ligurian coast, a welcoming local character, and a cost of living that makes the lifestyle genuinely sustainable.

Whether you are drawn to city life in Torino, the wine estates of the Langhe, or a quiet hillside village in the Monferrato, Piemonte rewards those who look beyond the obvious.