Citerna

This small Umbrian town has a population of just over 3,300 residents, offering the quiet, intimate character many retirees seek when moving to Italy. The compact size means you’ll quickly become familiar with local faces and rhythms, though it also suggests limited commercial services within the town itself.

A practical consideration: there is no train station in Citerna, so you’ll need reliable access to a car or be prepared to arrange alternative transport for longer journeys. This is worth weighing carefully if you value easy connectivity to larger cities or medical facilities.

Healthcare is an important factor at this stage of life. While the availability of an English-speaking GP has not been confirmed, this is something you’d want to verify directly before committing to a move. Given the town’s size, specialist services or English-speaking medical care may require travel to nearby larger centres.

Citerna’s small population and lack of rail connections suggest a genuinely rural lifestyle rather than a semi-urban one. This suits those genuinely seeking isolation and self-sufficiency, but may feel restrictive for others. Thorough research and ideally a longer exploratory visit would be wise before making your decision.