Rocca Malatestiana ruderi
Santa Sofia
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.
Museo Ornitologico
Poppi
(18 Km)
The Ornithological Museum exposes to the public a large collection of specimens of flora and fauna of the territory, dating back to the beginning of the 20th century. The property is located in the Camaldoli Forest National Park. Of great interest is the precious Biggeri collection, kept inside it. In addition, the exhibition is enriched by illustrative and educational panels.
Museo Forestale "Carlo Siemoni"
Poppi
(17 Km)
The “C. Siemoni” Forest Museum was founded in 1982 and only in 1992 it was moved to its current headquarters. It was born in honor of Carl Siemoni, one of the greatest administrators of the forests of Casentino. The museum is one of the most important at national level since it is possible to see sections of logs, wood affected by insects, framed specimens and many wood samples of forest species. However, there are also rocks and plastics here.
Museo Fernando Gualtieri
Talamello
(30 Km)
The Fernando Gualtieri Museum welcomes about fifty works donated to the Municipality of Talamello by Fernando Gualtieri, in a period from 2000 to 2008. The artist, born in France, received the honorary citizenship of Talamello in 1982. The museum dedicated to him was inaugurated under the title “The Splendor of the Royal “in 2002.
Idro Ecomuseo delle Acque di Ridracoli
Bagno di Romagna
(10 Km)
The headquarters of the Hydro Water Ecomuseum of Ridracoli is located in the village of Ridracoli near the dam. The Museum is divided into 6 exhibition halls: that of fauna, water, energy sources, the history of water and development, the naturalistic section. The collection is focused on the National Park of the Casentino Forests and finally the technological section dedicated to the construction of the dam. In the last room we find photographs and schematic panels on display that illustrate the construction of the dam.
Museo Diocesano dell'Arredo Sacro
Bertinoro
(29 Km)
The Museum of Sacred Furnishing is set up in the interiors of the Interreligious Museum, and presents a collection of ecclesiastical character. It is a great collection of sacred fabrics and furnishings dating from prehistory. The exhibition is composed of objects belonging to the three religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
Fortezza di Castrocaro
Castrocaro Terme
(25 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
(25 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
(27 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
(29 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
(27 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
(27 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.
Castello Chitignano
Chitignano
(32 Km)
The castle belongs to the Ubertini family of Chitignano, and has always been their property. The construction is very large and well organized, and over the centuries it has become even more majestic. To enter we must pass on a narrow path that leads us to what was the square of arms. Inside there are different works and paintings from different eras. It still belongs to private individuals, but you can very well visit on request.
Rocca dei Guidi
Dovadola
(20 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.
Torre di Castelnuovo
Meldola
(22 Km)
The Tower of Castelnuovo was built in the tenth century and belonged to the Caboli. Currently, there are only a few remains of the ancient fortification, including the castle, the bell tower dating back to the '400, and a small cemetery.
Rocca delle Caminate
Meldola
(22 Km)
The Rocca delle Caminate is a castle that dates back, according to written testimonies, to 997. It rises on a hill, entirely surrounded by greenery. You can see it in the distance from the country. Despite being very old, it is in excellent condition, thanks also to the fact that in the thirties it was the home of Benito Mussolini, the main reason why it was visited.
Monastero di Camaldoli
Poppi
(18 Km)
The Monastery of Camaldoli represents a complex built during the sixteenth century that rises on the banks of one of the branches of the Archiano River. The works were completed in 1611 and included an ancient hospice or guest house, a church and a monastery. In front of the entrance to the main building is a monumental fountain built by Ambrogio Traversari in reference to the richness and quality of the renowned waters of Camaldoli.
Eremo di Camaldoli
Poppi
(17 Km)
The Hermitage of Camaldoli dates back to the 11th century and is located at 1,111 meters above sea level in the forest of the Casentino Forest Park. It is surrounded by a wide wall where inside we find the cells of the hermits monks and the church. Of particular importance is the cell of San Romualdo and the ancient library composed of numerous volumes.
Castello dei Conti Guidi
Poppi
(27 Km)
The Castle of the Counts Guidi in Poppi was built between the 9th and 10th century and was the seat of the feudal family of the Counts Guidi who lived in the manor for almost four hundred years. The current architecture dates back to 1274, when Count Simone di Battifolle had come to power. The main access to the castle, after the last restoration of 1470, was through the Lion Gate. The history of the castle is embellished by the stay that Dante Alighieri made between 1307 and 1311 in the wonderful rooms of this fortress in central Italy, here Dante composed the XXXIII song of Inferno.
Oratorio di San Francesco
Bibbiena
(29 Km)
The facade is inspired by a rigorous neoclassical style and shows a templar front marked by four semi-columns on a high base and rectangular niches and semicircular windows on the sides of the entrance. The interior consists of a single nave beautifully decorated in stucco and frescoes by Giuseppe Parenti.