Liscate

This small Lombardy town has a population of around 4,000 residents, making it genuinely intimate without feeling isolated. It’s the kind of place where you’ll quickly become familiar with local faces and rhythms, which appeals to many retirees seeking a quieter Italian lifestyle away from tourist crowds.

One practical consideration: there’s no train station in town, so you’ll need reliable access to a car or be comfortable relying on local buses for connections to larger centres. This is worth factoring into your decision if you value easy transport links for visiting friends or accessing services in nearby cities.

Healthcare is an important factor for anyone in their late 50s or 60s. While there may be medical services available locally, we cannot confirm whether an English-speaking GP is based here. This is something you’d want to investigate thoroughly before committing to a move, as communication with healthcare providers matters significantly.

The town offers authentic Italian living at a genuinely local scale. It’s ideal if you’re looking for affordability, community connection, and escape from urban pace, provided you’re prepared to arrange your own transport and sort out healthcare logistics in advance.