Museo Comunale della Manifattura "Chini"
Borgo San Lorenzo
(22 Km)
The Municipal Museum of the Chini Manufacture was built in 1999. Since December 2011, in addition to the ancient ceramics of Chini, new collections provided by different collectors are also exhibited. The Museum is located on the first floor of the Villa Pecori Garibaldi.
Museo della Civiltà Contadina di Casa d' Erci
Borgo San Lorenzo
(23 Km)
The Museum of Peasant Civilization of Casa d'Erci is located in the rooms of a large farm in Grezzano. It was established in 1983 and contains agricultural and peasant objects from the Luco di Mugello. The purpose of the Museum is to remember and preserve the objects of peasant life. We can also find bedrooms, cellar, kitchen, etc.
Museo del Lavoro Contadino
Brisighella
(21 Km)
The Museum of Peasant Labor was inaugurated in 1977 thanks to the collection of material from citizens and local donors. The exhibition is divided into fourteen rooms that accommodate about 2,400 objects concerning agricultural production, hemp manufacturing, wool and much more. You can admire the faithful reconstructions of artisan shops in the area including the blacksmith and the shoemaker.
Rocca Monumentale
Brisighella
(21 Km)
The Monumental Fortress at the beginning of 1500 belonged to the Venetians, then passed to the Papal State. It was built according to the characteristics of the medieval fortresses. Today there is the “Museum of Peasant Labor”. From the Rocca you can enjoy a beautiful view.
Rocca Manfrediana e Veneziana
Brisighella
(21 Km)
The Manfrediana and Venetian Fortress dates back to two different periods: the “Venetian Tower” dates back to the 16th century, instead the “Torricino” to 1300. Its name is due to the fact that it was built by two different families: the Manfredi and the Venetians. Thanks to continuous restorations and maintenance throughout the complex, this construction is one of the best preserved examples of military castle in the entire area.
Torre dell' Orologio
Brisighella
(21 Km)
The Clock Tower was built in 1290. Over the years the tower was rebuilt several times. The current form dates back to 1850. The property is located on a hill from where you can admire a beautiful view.
Castello di Canatagallo o Castellaccio
Castel del Rio
(17 Km)
The Castle was built by one of the most important families in the area, the Canatagallo from whom it also takes its name. This family had several fortresses and castles built. This specifically dates back to the tenth century and, given its position and form, it is thought to have had a defensive function. Currently we can only see the ruins.
Castello Alidosi
Castel del Rio
(18 Km)
Castello Alidosi was built around the 14th century and was home to the Alidosis family who called it “Castrum Rivi”. Unfortunately, only a few remains remain of the imposing Castle, after the earthquake occurred in 1542. The family later decided to build a palace in the fief with lozenge ramparts and a courtyard with a loggia inside.
Ponte a Schiena d' Asino
Castel del Rio
(18 Km)
The Donkey Back Bridge of Castel del Rio was built around the fifteenth century on commission by Obitzo Alidosi to master Andrea Gurrieri. The Bridge symbolized the power and solidity of the Alidosi family and presented itself with a structure called “donkey back” with its 42 meters arch. Inside, five rooms were built used by the guards for the collection of gabelles.
Fortezza di Castrocaro
Castrocaro Terme
(29 Km)
The imposing Fortress of Castrocaro Terme was opened to the public after a long restoration work to bring it back to a state of accessibility. It is a medieval construction and was born in the foundations of an ancient Group. Today it is managed by the Pro Loco di Castrocaro.
Torre Campanaria
Castrocaro Terme
(29 Km)
The Bell Tower, also known as the 'Campanone', was built on the plant of an ancient control tower. Later, the structure was transformed into Torre dell'Orologio, consisting of a large bell built in 1841 by the Balestra brothers of Cesena. Currently, the tower is in excellent state of preservation.
Porta Fiorentina
Castrocaro Terme
(30 Km)
The Fiorentina Gate is located in the Castle of the Captain of Artillery and was built in 1400. This historic door was used, and is still used today, as a central point of passage for the city.
Rocca Montepoggiolo
Castrocaro Terme
(30 Km)
The Fortress dates back to 1471. The project was attributed to Giuliano de Maiano and in this included parts such as the four cylindrical towers, including the Maestra Tower, the highest of the four. The fortress has two entrances, one in the center of the Keep and the other in the west curtain. Based on its structure we can understand that it was a sighting building. Today we can see only a few ruins.
Bastione San Maria
Castrocaro Terme
(30 Km)
The Bastione San Maria is located in the town of Castrocaro Terme. What is located in the northeast is the only one that has reached us intact and has a part of the structure called 'areas of maneuver' or 'casematte', compared to the four original ramparts. The double-level tunnels and maneuver squares are also visible. It is currently open to visitors.
Castello del Capitano delle Artiglierie
Castrocaro Terme
(30 Km)
The Castle of the Captain of Artillery is a construction of the Middle Ages which dates back to around 1500. At first it had the purpose of military and defence, but over the years it was restructured and modified, changing its functions and becoming a home for the nobles. It is currently open to the public and is in excellent condition.
Rocca dei Guidi
Dovadola
(23 Km)
The construction of the Rocca dei Guidi began in 1021. The current structure, however, is due to the works carried out in the 13th century. It turns out to be one of the best preserved strongholds of the Guidi Counts, since it has intact the five-story keep and the imposing ramparts.
Cimitero Militare Germanico della Futa
Firenzuola
(27 Km)
The Germanic Military Cemetery of the Futa was inaugurated in 1969 and its design and construction was attended by the architect Dieter Oesterlen and Walter Rossow, Ernst Kramer as landscape designers. For the construction, the serene stone typical of the quarries located near Firenzuola was used. In this cemetery the corpses of 31,000 German soldiers who died during World War II are preserved.
Rocca di Riolo
Riolo Terme
(24 Km)
The Rocca di Riolo, a structure from the fourteenth century, reflects the characteristics of a medieval and Renaissance military fortification. The purpose of the construction of the fortress was to preside over the city of Bologna. It has a quadrangular shape and is surrounded by walls. It still retains an extraordinary beauty despite the numerous interventions.
Rocca Malatestiana ruderi
Santa Sofia
(34 Km)
The ruins of the Rocca Malatesta date back to the fourteenth century. In the Middle Ages it was among the highest fortresses in Romagna. Currently, only the ruins of the tower and the bastion are left.
Villa il Torrino
Scarperia
(23 Km)
The Villa was born from an ancient tower that was restored according to the style of the 1930s and 40s of the twentieth century. Also part of the complex is a beautiful park created by the architect Vittorio Collacchioni, who is the current owner. The building is very special thanks to the presence of precious ceramics, centuries-old plants, antique furniture and objects of great value.
Palazzo dei Vicari
Scarperia
(22 Km)
Palazzo dei Vicari is very well preserved even if it dates back to the '300. Initially there was only the tower, then the other parts of the complex were added that made it a well-compact structure. Today, the Museum of Sharp Irons is located in this building.
Centro Storico
Firenzuola
(19 Km)
Villa Pecori Giraldi
Borgo San Lorenzo
(22 Km)
Finely restored, Villa Pecori Giraldi conserves the particular "Museo della Manifattura Chini"(Ceramics Museum) which is dedicated to the vast array of activities of the Chini family during the Liberty period (architectural furnishings and various fittings for the home in ceramic, stoneware and glass etc.).
Museo della Guerra
Castel del Rio
(18 Km)
The War Museum was established in 1978 inside the Alidosi Palace. The museum site houses about 1600 pieces and a complete library of 1500 volumes. It is divided into several sections that address the themes of the Great War and World War II, partisan activity and the deportation of the citizens of Castel Del Rio.
Museo della Pietra Serena
Firenzuola
(19 Km)
The Museum of Pietra Serena was founded in 1999 and represents the celebration of the famous stone of Firenzuola and the ancient stone stone tradition. The museum site is divided into several sections among which the work in the quarry stands out and that of the artifacts of the daily newspaper. The last spaces are dedicated to art stone and its work by the master stonemasons.
Museo del Paesaggio Storico dell' Appennino
Firenzuola
(19 Km)
The Museum of Historical Landscape of the Apennines is housed inside the ancient Abbey of St. Peter a Moscheta. It performs the function of a documented center on the history of the Apennines that is interested in all the transformations of the landscape.
Museo di Arte Sacra "Beato Angelico"
Vicchio
(20 Km)
Museo Archeologico Comunale
Vicchio
(20 Km)