At the end of the 1880s, Einstein’s factory realised some electric systems in North Italy. In 1887, the most important German review of applied electricity quoted the electrification of Varese, a little town near Milan. In addition, Einstein family entertained a professional relationship with the engineer L. Garrone from Turin. Their involvement with Italy dealt also with some wealthy relatives living in Genoa. After the end of München enterprise, Einstein brothers managed to find the financial support to undertake a new enterprise in Italy. It seemed that Italy was more suitable for the establishment of a little factory. Indeed, they hoped to take charge of Pavia electrification.
Although the family had planned to move to Italy, Albert should have stayed at München, in order to attend his high school. Nevertheless, the young Albert did not like German Gymnasium educational style: he decided to leave München and reach the family. When in Italy, he decided to cut both his religious and national bonds: he gave up Württenberg nationality and Jewish community membership. In Italy he enjoyed a sort of freedom never experienced before.
Meanwhile, in spite of the good organisation of the factory, electric business did not go well; Einstein brothers were forced to relinquish for the second time. Hermann tried once again to set up a factory in Milan while Jakob decided to work as an engineer for another company.