Why Digital Nomads Are Choosing Italy for Remote Work

Dear Reader,

Imagine swapping city noise for birdsong. Trading your morning subway commute for a stroll through a cobbled medieval alleyway lined with mint and rosemary. This isn’t a daydream—it’s a day in the life of a digital nomad in Italy.

Over the past few years, Italy has quietly emerged as a must-visit destination for remote workers and long-term travelers. While cities like Rome, Florence, and Milan have always drawn crowds for their art and architecture, it’s the lesser-known regions, like Umbria, that are calling to a new generation of nomads.

And among these enchanted corners, a tiny village called Vallo di Nera is leading the way. Home to Dolce Vita Coliving, a diffuse coliving concept set in restored medieval homes, this is not your typical coworking setup—but an experience steeped in authenticity, community, and slow living.

Let’s explore what makes Italy (and especially this picturesque bend of Umbria) an irresistible home base for remote workers.

1. Slow Living Meets Fast Wi-Fi

Italy offers the perfect paradox: a lifestyle that savors each moment, yet fast enough internet to manage international Zoom calls. In remote villages like Vallo di Nera, you’ll find fiber internet tucked behind ancient stone walls—because yes, even 13th-century houses can be thoroughly modern inside.

Here, you can work from a sun-drenched stone terrace overlooking the Valnerina valley in the morning and hike into forests of truffle oaks by afternoon.

2. Rich Tradition, Lower Cost of Living

Eating handmade pasta every day and sipping Umbrian wine at sunset doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Compared to many Western countries, Italy (especially rural regions) offers a lower cost of living without compromising quality. You can enjoy authentic local meals, artisan products, and high-quality housing—all for a fraction of what similar experiences would cost in major European capitals.

Insider tip: Avoid pricey touristic spots and stay in hinterland villages like those around Spoleto and Norcia—we recommend coliving spots like Dolce Vita in Vallo di Nera to stretch your budget while enriching your experience.

3. Natural Beauty With Every Step

From the green heart of Umbria to the misty trails of the Sibillini Mountains, Italy’s central countryside is a hidden treasure for lovers of the outdoors.

If you're craving fresh air and movement, take a slow weekend to:

- Hike the Valnerina Valley Trail
- Stops: Vallo di Nera – Sant’Anatolia di Narco – Norcia
- Duration: 2–3 days (or break it into day hikes)
- Difficulty: Moderate – rocky in sections
- What to Bring: Sturdy hiking boots, water, camera, snacks (farro salad & truffle cheese recommended!)

These trails were once used by shepherds and monks. Today, they’re the peaceful playground of creatives, thinkers, and remote workers looking to unplug.

4. Culture You Can Taste

Forget fast food. Here, meals are ceremonies, and every region serves its own take on joy.

- Try: Farro della Valnerina – an ancient grain salad often served with seasonal vegetables and herbs.
- Savor: Tartufo Nero della Valnerina – the famed black truffle found locally in spring, shaved fresh over pasta with a drizzle of aromatic Spoleto olive oil.
- Toast with: A local craft beer from monastic-inspired breweries like Birra Nursia – earthy, elegant, and rich with history.

Each bite tells a story, each drink connects you to the land.

5. A Festival for Every Season

Umbrian life moves with the seasons—and the festivals here are more than events; they’re immersive experiences. If you're coliving in Italy in Spring or Summer, plan to attend:

🥚Diamante Nero Festival (Scheggino – April 4–6, 2025)

A celebration of Valnerina’s prized black truffle, complete with folk music, rural markets, and the world’s most extravagant truffle omelette!

🏰 Giostra della Quintana (Foligno – May 30 - June 14 & September 13–14 2025)

A full medieval jousting event reenacted in full regalia. Think knights, pageantry, alley feasts, and Renaissance music echoing through winding streets.

🎭 Agosto Montefalchese (Montefalco – August 1-19)

Art, dance, food, theater, and historical reenactments across this hilltop wine town. The smell of roasted meat and sweet wine will lure you from piazza to piazza.

Meet Dolce Vita Coliving

Nestled in the fairytale village of Vallo di Nera, Dolce Vita Coliving invites digital nomads and remote professionals to live and work in Italy’s green heart. This isn't just a place to stay—it's a village-wide coliving experience. Picture coworking in ancient chapels turned studios, dining in family-run trattorias, and settling into a rhythm of community, wellness, and beauty.

Whether you're staying a month or a season, you'll leave nourished in every way.

Before You Go: What to Bring

- Good walking shoes (cobblestones & countryside!)
- A reusable water bottle
- A laptop that loves quiet corners
- Sunglasses + a scarf for stylish sun protection
- A big appetite—for food, ideas, and conversation

Ready to make the move from chaos to calm? Experience life at Dolce Vita Coliving and discover why remote work was meant for Italy.🌿🍝

👉 Book Your Village Workation Here dolcevitacoliving.com/book

La Dolce Vita is waiting!