Italy / Bolzano
South Tyrol is Italy’s northernmost province and is located in the heart of the Alps. The territory is situated in a very central position in Europe, bordering on to Austria, Switzerland and the Italian provinces of Sondrio, Trento and Belluno. The territory comprises a total of 7,400 km² and has 522,395 inhabitants
Important characteristics:
- the cultural diversity and the bilingual abilities opens the region up to additional economic advantages
- the mostly small-size natured and professionally diversified handicraft enterprises confer a great economic stability
- tourism is one of the important economic sectors in South Tyrol
- Industry, motivation and loyalty are characteristic features of an average employee in South Tyrol
- lowest unemployment rate in Italy
- very high quality of life
- important role as a bridge between Italy and central Europe