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The province of Ravenna

An urban center with a long and varied history, Ravenna is famous around the world for the beauty of its Byzantine mosaics and the fascinating basilicas and churches that enrich the historic city center and make Ravenna the ideal destination for a holiday dedicated to art history. The province has a population of about 389 thousand inhabitants and is home to lively beaches, the municipality of Ravenna is the second-largest in Italy (after Rome). The University of Bologna has a campus in Ravenna with 4,124 students enrolled (RER, a.y. 2023-24). The quality of life is high with a natural and historic heritage including two Unesco World Heritage Sites: the historic centre of Ravenna and the Delta Po Park. Indeed, tourism industry is a relevant economic factor with attractions such as the Mirabilandia water park and the tomb of Dante Alighieri. The city center is just 8 km from the sea and is connected directly to the coast via a system of canals, with the area ‘Darsena di città’ that offers valuable investment opportunities. The Ravenna port – the only one in Emilia-Romagna region – is the driving force of the area’s economy, and thanks to its strategic position, represents a key logistic hub that handled 2.1 million tons of goods in 2024. The Port is also a core hub of the regional ZLS Simplified Logistic Zone.

Population

RAVENNA Data Source – Year
Total population 388,982 RER – 2024
Male 48.9% RER – 2024
Female 51.1% RER – 2024
% youth population (<15 years) 11.5% RER – 2024
% elderly population (>65 years) 26.1% RER – 2024
No. students enrolled in university 4,124 RER – a.y. 2023/24

Residential property market trends

(Source: OMI Agenzia delle Entrate; data processing by ART-ER)

The Province of Ravenna is characterized by territories of a very heterogeneous nature which include coastal areas, flat areas and mountain areas. There are 18 municipalities,  with 2 Unions of municipalities.

Data on transactions shows an increase from 4,496 in 2018 to 5,850 in 2023, with a growth of 30.1%.

In terms of property size, transactions in the province of Ravenna can be broken down as shown:

  • 9% properties up to 50 sqm
  • 36% properties between 50 sqm and 85 sqm
  • 23% properties between 85 sqm and 115 sqm
  • 13% properties between 115 sqm and 145 sqm
  • 20% over 145 sqm

Description of socio-economic context

Production specialisation, districts and specialities, foreign investors in the province

The most important industries are agrifood, building and construction, and mechanical engineering, with outstanding quality in machinery, artistic ceramics of Faenza, typical food products (pears, piadina, wine, meat and cheese), as well as important chemical and boating companies. There is an important exhibition centre in Faenza.

There are about 105 companies in the province with a turnover of more than 1 million euros controlled by a foreign global ultimate owner (2023, Aida BvD, elab. ART-ER), including , Bunge, Marini, Comecer, Kastmonu, Cisa, Nespak (Guillin), Kverneland, Borgwarner, Come (Manitou)Gowan, Orion, Cofco

Other outstanding companies include: Martini Alimentare, Bucci Automations, Fruttagel, Caviro, Terre Cevico, and Deco.

Companies and work Data Source – Year
Number of local units 42,431 Infocamere – 2024
Employees 153,805 Infocamere – 2024
Unemployment rate 4.6% Istat – 2023

Employees by key sector
(Infocamere 2024, data processing by ART-ER)

Mechanical engineering 23465_employees
Building and construction 26824_employees
Agrifood 29477_employees
Health 11462_employees
Culture and creativity (2023) 7.011_employees
Fashion 4518_employees
Chemical industry and plastic matters 2867_employees

Services

Innovation, transport, smart city, etc.

The province of Ravenna enjoys an advantageous logistic position: the Port of Ravenna is the region’s main port and is a key hub for agribusiness logistics and beyond. The province has several freight terminals (Lugo and Faenza) and benefits from its proximity to the airports of Bologna and Rimini. Ravenna holds 18th place nationally (out of over 100 cities) in the 2019 smart city index by I-City Rank (Forum PA). The Ravenna Technopole comprises 7 laboratories (CIRI MAM, CNR, ENEA-TEMAF, and CertiMaC relating to the ceramic district and CIRI FRAME and CIRI EC).

Cultural and natural heritage, accommodation, tourism

Ravenna was the capital of the Roman, Gothic and Byzantine empires. The historic centre is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Buildings, with famous mosaics, in addition to the tomb of Dante Alighieri. The province registers an annual presence of 6.57 million visitors (2024, RER) and an accommodation capacity of approximately 78,397 beds (2023, RER). Natural attractions include the Po Delta Park, which is also a UNESCO heritage site, the coastal areas and various protected oases. The coast is also famous for its lively nightlife and amusement parks such as Mirabilandia. National capital of culture in 2015 (re-nominated in 2019), the cultural attractions include the Alighieri Theatre and the Ravenna Festival which involves the whole territory.

For more information: https://emiliaromagnaturismo.it/en/towns/ravenna

Map of main structures and infrastructure

Distances Km
Ravenna – Venezia 143
Ravenna – Rimini 55
Ravenna – Parma 67
Ravenna – Bologna 78

A selection of companies from the Province of Ravenna

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Real estate in Ravenna

RAVENNA HUB – DARSENA DI CITTA’

The Ex Consorzio Agrario, Ex CMC and Ex Fiorentina properties are located in an area historically called Darsena di [more]
The Ex Consorzio Agrario, Ex CMC and Ex Fiorentina properties are located in an area historically called Darsena di [more]
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Transfer of surface rights

RAVENNA – LOGISTICA 1&2 DEVELOPME...

The two areas - called Logistica 1 (L1) and Logistica 2 (L2) - are part of the POC (Municipal Operational Plan) and [more]
The two areas - called Logistica 1 (L1) and Logistica 2 (L2) - are part of the POC (Municipal Operational Plan) and [more]
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RAVENNA – CASA GHIGI

The building is located in the city’s historic centre adjacent to the pedestrianised area and a short distance from [more]
The building is located in the city’s historic centre adjacent to the pedestrianised area and a short distance from [more]
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In-depth links

Italian Only:

Tecnopolo di Ravenna: http://tecnopolo.ravenna.it/

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