Our fresh stories from Italy

Our latest articles about and from Italy: reports, favourite places and real insights into cities, villages and regions.

Italy up to date - La dolce vita in real time

If you love Italy, you want more than just beautiful pictures of Lake Garda or the umpteenth recipe for spaghetti carbonara. Our "Italy News" section is designed for all those who not only want to travel to Italy, but also want to understand, taste, question and discover the country.

In this section, we bring together our latest stories from all corners of Italy - from South Tyrol to Sicily, from coastal resorts to mountain huts, from espressos at the bar to philosophical reflections on the Italian soul. It's not just about the latest headlines, but also about timeless topics that simply never get old - culinary classics, travel highlights, cultural peculiarities, political developments or very personal Italian moments.

From olive oil to Chianti

What exactly can you expect? For example, tips for a weekend in Romethat even surprises the locals. Or a report about a Olive oil-producer from Apuliawhich masters the balancing act between tradition and organic certification. Or our short but sweet Tuscan etiquette guide: how to order Chianti without looking like a tourist - and what to do instead. as far as possible not should do.

Of course, the food is not neglected either - that would be a crime. Whether it's refined pasta recipes, exciting new discoveries at regional markets or the honest question of what the secret behind a really good pizza is: Italien aktuell is also a culinary compass for anyone who likes travelling with their stomach.

Classics and insider tips

The mix of classics and insider tips is particularly important to us. We take you to well-known places, but not in the usual way. We'll show you Venice without the clichés, Florence away from the selfie sticks, Apulia beyond Instagram beaches. And at the same time, we dig up the little gems for you: an almost forgotten village in Le Marche, a beach that only the locals know about, a bar in Palermo with the best arancini in town - without ever having an "authentic" sign hanging above it.

Our column is not only "current" because it deals with the here and now, but also because it is alive and continues to be written every week. With a great love for the most beautiful country in the world.

So: just take a look, click through and be inspired. And who knows - maybe your next holiday is already written between the lines.

Benvenutti a tutti in Bella Italia

Welcome to la bella vita club: Italy up to date! Here everything revolves around bella Italia

• around Italian icons such as MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi (we are at his last race in Italy). and Ferrari live at Formula 1 in Imola...
• ... about the Italian way of life (why do Italians actually also speak with their hands?) and everyday life in Italy (how the incredibly important role of the Mangiare), city reports from Rome, Venice, Rimini and Florence ...
• ... practical travel tips, how to find the perfect accommodation in Italy, for examplet and current news from Italy (like the most important questions about the election and the spectacular sinking of a yacht off Calabria)...
• ... and the latest trends on social media in Italy. You've probably already heard of high-flyer Khaby Lame. Do you know his story? And what about the TOP 10 Instagram Stars from Italy?
• Benvenutti a tutti: Glad you're here!

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