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Things to do in Emilia Romagna Italy – what to see, best cities, attractions and activities.

Welcome to Emilia Romagna in Italy, one of the most popular vacation destination in the world. If you’are planning to visit Italy for your next trip and you are looking for the best places to visit, here you’ll find tips and suggestions of most popular point of interest and activities not to be missed. Find out what to see in the main cities of art such as Bologna and its large Piazza Maggiore, Parma university city famous for parmesan and ham, Modena the city of the Gonzagas, what to do on a day trip to the sea or in the mountains, what are they the most unusual villages of Emilia Romagna to visit. Whether you travel by motorbike or camper, or you decide to visit Emilia Romagna in summer or winter, on a rainy or sunny day, whether you have two or three days available, Visititaly always offers you the right tips for planning a trip. Travelers will appreciate this italian region with his rich historical and artistic heritage, local culture and environment. Discover the monuments, buildings, natural treasures and all the details that characterize Emilia Romagna and its territory. Share and suggest a place you've visited.

Art and Culture Holidays in Emilia Romagna

Emilia Romagna is a geographically varied region stretching from the plains of the river Po in the north to the Apennine Mountains in the south, with the Adriatic sea to the east.

The diversity of the region is reflected in its art and culture, and nowadays Emilia Romagna has become something of a centre of film, music and modern art. This is the birthplace of composer Giuseppe Verdi and poet Giovanni Pascoli, while the more modern art form of cinema has its own Emilia Romagna favourite son in Federico Fellini.

In Parma, famous of course for its cheese and ham, one can find the National Gallery on the Piazza della Pilotta, including works from the 13th to the 19th centuries. Pieces by famous artists such as Leonardo da Vinci and Correggio provide the icing on the cake for a huge collection of other works, from the Emilia school of the 15th and 16th centuries to Borghesi and Boccaccio of the 19th. Also in Parma, the San Giovanni Library dates back to the 15th century and features majestic frescoes, arches and naves in what is still a working library of over 40,000 books.

For music lovers, a trip to Bologna is recommended, to visit the International Museum and Library of Music, which hosts a huge collection of historical documents relating to classical music, including original scores and booklets, all housed in wonderfully painted rooms.

written by Emilio Aronica - Last update: 19/10/2019

Riccione - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Agolanti

Also known by the name of “Tomb”, it is a fortification built in the fourteenth century by the will of the Agolanti family and linked to the fate of this family until the 18th century. The sources of the time referred to this structure as “one of the most beautiful buildings in the Rimini area” (Ubaldo Antonio Marchi, 1973). Given its strategic position, in 1743 it became headquarters of the Austrian army. After several hand-shifts, earthquakes, in 1982 it became the property of the municipal administration and extensive renovations were required.

Pennabilli - Museums

Museo Diocesano "A. Bergamaschi"

The Diocesan Museum “A. Bergamaschi” is housed in the rooms of the Palazzo Bocchi in Pennabilli. The Museum is distributed on three levels and is developed in fifteen exhibition halls. The structure preserves works by highly important artists such as Benedetto Coda, Giovan Francesco da Rimini, Carlo Cignani and others. Collections of liturgical objects, sacred vestments, silverware and majolica of great beauty and historical value are exhibited.

Rimini - Castles, palaces and mansions

Domus del chirurgo

After 18 years of restoration, the Surgeon's Domus was returned to the city of Rimini. It is a Roman house dating back to the II AD. Characterized by two floors, the small entrance leads to a corridor, on the side of which there is an interior garden and on the other side extended the various rooms. Following the excavations and studies of Domus it is possible to bring the home back to a military doctor from Eastern origin who was probably called Eutyches.

Reggio Emilia - Museums

Museo Tesoro del Tempio della Beata Vergine della Ghiara

The Treasure Museum of the Temple of the Blessed Virgin of Ghiara was established in 1982 by the will of the Civic Museums and the factory of the Temple of Reggio Emilia. It was set up on the premises on the ground floor and houses liturgical objects and donations concerning the figure of Our Lady. In this way, the Treasure of the Temple of the Blessed Virgin was born, which welcomes works such as the “ducal candlesticks” donated by Duke Francesco I d'Este and also the wonderful fresco of Our Lady of Ghiara by the artist Giovanni Bianchi who dates back to 1573.

Reggio Emilia - Streets and Squares

Piazza Camillo Prampolini

Piazza Prampolini was initially dedicated to Vittorio Emanuele II, and only after 1945, it was officially dedicated to the Reggio Emilia Camillo Prampolini. Its peculiarity is that of getting around different buildings of religious and political importance, such as the Duomo and the Bishop's Palace. On the north side, stands the Palazzo del Monte and in front of it the statue of Crostolo, which represents the river that crosses Reggio Emilia.

Reggio Emilia - Theaters

Teatro Municipale Romolo Valli

The Romolo Valli Municipal Theatre was inaugurated in 1857, and in 1980 it took the name of the actor Romolo Valli, of Reggio origin. The theatre covers an area of about 3,890 square meters, inside it hosts various artistic activities such as concerts, dance, operettas and operettas. In addition, exhibitions, meetings with artists and conferences are held in the reduced area. The loggione is able to accommodate more than 1150 people who find the most famous pieces in the world every year on the artistic evenings of the theater.

Brisighella - Castles, palaces and mansions

Rocca Manfrediana e Veneziana

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.

Cervia - Libraries and archives

Torre di San Michele Biblioteca

Back in 1691, Count Michelangelo Maffei had an imposing building built, with a square shape, 22 meters high, called “Torre San Michele”. The building takes its name from the marble effigy dedicated to the Saint. Inside, the Tower was able to accommodate up to 300 soldiers. At the top of the structure, the banner of St. Michael the Archangel was waving. In 1862, after being also used as a Barracks, the Tower was abandoned; later, it was restored and transformed into the Municipal Library of Cervia.

Cortemaggiore - Churches and places of worship

Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata

The Church of the Santissima Annunziata is dated in 1250. According to legend, the Servants of Mary assigned the task of painting the fresco of the “Glorious Virgin” to a painter called Bartholomew who never managed to conclude the face of the Glorious Virgin until one morning when he woke up he saw the work completed. It was defined as a miracle performed by the angels of the Lord. Today the church is a place of great devotion and veneration on the part of believers.

Piacenza - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Farnese

The Farnese Palace located in Piazza Cittadella is the most important monument in the city of Piacenza and is located on the edge of the city to the north, separated from the inhabitants. At the origin of the construction lies the firm determination of Margaret of Austria, wife of Ottavio Farnese.Lately the palace has been expanded into different sections: sculptures, weapons, archaeology, glass and ceramics, farnesian carriages and glories. The building is divided according to different functions. Currently, Palazzo Farnese houses the collections of the civic museum.

Piacenza - Museums

Pinacoteca del Collegio Alberoni

Initially, the Art Gallery was created by the collections of Giulio Alberoni, which is why it was named by his name. The artist was in constant contact with some painters of the 18th century, and as a result he added many other particular pieces to his collection, as well as personal ones. Inside we find “S. Turibio that divides the water of a river”, 'Saint Francis in Meditation', 'Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian' and numerous other famous paintings.

Piacenza - Walls, towers and gates

Torre e Porta di Cittadella

The Tower and the Gate date back to the fourteenth century as part of the City Castle. They were the property of the Visconti, and, at the time, they were also used for reasons of defense and surveillance. The whole system, together with the Castle, passed into the hands of several owners, over the years, who changed its appearance several times. Currently they are in excellent condition so you can easily notice all the medieval structural elements.

Polesine Zibello - Museums

Museo della Civiltà Contadina

Born in 1985, the Museum of Peasant Civilization “Giuseppe Riccardi” is located in the former convent of the Dominican Fathers, in Zibello. Within its walls the museum houses more than a thousand different pieces, especially everyday objects, tools for field work, etc. A great help for the collection of objects was provided by Dr. Giuseppe Riccardi, doctor of Zibelli from the 1950s to the 80s. In his honor, the museum took its name. Each room has a theme that corresponds to the objects it possesses inside it.

Bardi - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Bardi

The Castle of Bardi was built around the 13th century at the behest of Ubertino Landi, Count Piacenza. The fortress was born with the function of defence and protection of the Ceno and Taro valleys. The structure is impressive, and in the past it was able to accommodate up to four hundred people, as well as welcoming soldiers with spaces dedicated to them. Around 1400 the outer towers were added and kitchens and torture rooms were used in the basement parts of the building.

Parme - Theaters

Teatro Regio

Built in 1821, the theater was born from the love for music of Duchess Maria Luigia. The inauguration of the theater was done after eight years of work, in 1829. Located in the center of the city, the theater has a neoclassical construction divided into four parts; the porch, the windows, the window and the gable. Inside, the chandelier, also used today, is that of 1853. In the mid-19th century the theater was classified as a luxury asset and economically not accepted by the community. For this reason it was sold to the Municipality of Parma.

Parme - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Ducale

The Doge's Palace was built in 1561 at the behest of Duke Ottavio Farnese and was the seat of the ducal court until the second half of the '600. It represents the symbol of the city of Parma and is one of the most fascinating monuments of Italian art. The initial construction carried the signature of Jacopo Baruzzi, known as the Vignola. During the 18th century, construction work was carried out by Ennemond Petitot to give it a more classic look. From the 800 to the present day, the Palace has not undergone substantial changes.

Modena - Museums

Museo Civico d'Arte

The Civic Museum of Art was established in 1962, after the division of the Civic Museum of the 800, into an archaeological-ethnological museum and a historical-artistic museum. Inside, it preserves works that testify and document the culture of the city from the Xll to the twentieth century.All the material collected is the result of private donations, including paintings, sculptures, instruments musical, scientific instruments, ceramics and glass. Of great interest, is the Giuseppe Graziosi Gipsoteca, which preserves a collection of plastic and graphic works.

Modena - Museums

Museo Civico del Risorgimento

The Civic Museum of the Risorgimento was built in 1893 and was transferred several times. Only in 1924, it was permanently placed in the Palazzo dei Musei. The collection supports many works that belong to the Risorgimento. The works that stand out most are those concerning the wars of the twentieth century, in particular the Italian-Turkish War and the First World War. In the 90s, the Museum was closed and the materials were transferred to the Civic Museum of Art.

Cesena - Museums

Museo della Miniera

It's located at Formignano, on the foothills hills outside the city of Cesena, in the area of a sulfur mine which had been closed for years. This mine and its relative village are at the heart of the project, in progress, which aims to reconstruct the process of extraction of minerals and their processing was being done once in the mines. Waiting for the project to be finalized, today, is set up an exhibition composed of photos and documents that bear witness to what was the daily life of the miners and their families.

Cesena - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Comunale

Also called Albornoz Palace, named after the Spanish Cardinal Gil Álvarez Carrillo de Albornoz which began its construction in the fourteenth century, the building as it is today is the result of the union of two old buildings: the Public Palace and the Palace of the Governor. Overlooking the Piazza del Popolo, are kept within the original eighteenth-century furnishings of fine workmanship. Of particular impact those that adorn the so-called Hall of Mirrors.

Cesena - Castles, palaces and mansions

Rocca Malatestiana

Building constructed immediately behind the town, that had a troubled genesis, in the course of the century necessary for its realization, its appearance has changed several times. The building plan is roughly pentagonal, is characterized by five towers that identify immediately the military character of the complex, used, later, as a prison until 1969. The view of the city of Cesena is exceptional, which can be enjoyed from its superior walkways.

Cesena - Theaters

Teatro Alessandro Bonci

Building erected in the mid of the 1800s, is presented with a neoclassical facade, elegant but not opulent. It is built on the ancient noble theater Spada and, after a long negotiation for its purchase and presentation of the project, entrusted to Vincenzo Ghinelli, its construction took place very quickly over a period of three years. It is characterized by a classic semi-circular auditorium and five tiers of boxes, and the last of them which is entirely reserved for the gallery.

Ferrara - Museums

Palazzina di Marfisa d'Este

Beautiful historic building considered one of the most brilliant examples of stately residence of the sixteenth century. Built in 1559, during the twentieth century it was recovered and used as a museum. Inside you can admire: the Hall of Businesses (and its wonderful ceiling made by the Bastianino), the Banquet Hall (with suggestive scenes from an Amazons Battle) and the Hall of the Fireplace (dominated by a monumental-sized fireplace dating back to the 16th century).

Imola - Churches and places of worship

Cattedrale di San Cassiano

The Cathedral of San Cassiano was built between 1187 and 1271, and inside it, the remains of San Cassiano are preserved. Due to static problems, the building was rebuilt on a project by Cosimo Morelli in 1763. The current façade is also the result of the architect Morelli who designed it in 1850. Of great beauty we find above the altar the wooden Crucified Christ of the fifteenth century and some canvases such as “The Exaltation of the Cross” by Angelo Gottarelli.

Imola - Castles, palaces and mansions

Rocca Sforzesca

The Rocca Sforzesca was erected in the 13th century and is located in the historic center of Imola. The oldest parts such as the arched portal with pointed sixth, the terrace and one of the towers with a rectangular plan are still preserved. In the second half of the 15th century, some structures were added, including the gunships with emblems of the Sforza lordship and residential environments. Between the 16th and 20th century it was used as a prison. Currently, the interiors that preserve different materials from the time of the noble Milanese family can be visited.

Ozzano dell'Emilia - Museums

Istituto Nazionale per la Fauna Selvatica

The National Institute for Wildlife has several locations, but the most important is that of Ozzano dell'Emilia, in Bologna. He is tasked with protecting the environmental goods composed of wild animals, analyzing their way of life, evolution and relationships with other local animals. In the Institute we find a post-university qualification school on biology and wildlife conservation and work teaching courses for the coordination of wild animals for graduated technicians.

Ravenna - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo di Teodorico

When we talk about the Palazzetto of Teodorico, we want to indicate the architectural remains sites which are not far from the church of Sant 'Apollinare Nuovo. According to many researchers, the remains would belong to a guard or, in the opinion of others, an atrium-porch in front of the church dedicated to San Salvatore ad Calchi. At the round tower, you can admire the remains of some mosaic floors found during the archaeological excavations.

Ravenna - Monuments

Tomba di Dante Alighieri

Located in Via Dante Alighieri, 9, in the heart of the city. There is the funerary monument erected in honor of the great poet who spent the last years of his life in the city of Ravenna. Commissioned by Cardinal Luigi Valenti Gonzaga to the architect Camillo Morigia, it was built between 1780 and 1781. The tomb, covered with marble and stuccoes, looks like a Roman sarcophagus. To be noted the beautiful bas relief dated 1483 and placed over the tomb.

Ravenna - Churches and places of worship

Duomo di Ravenna

The Cathedral of Ravenna or Basilica Ursina is certainly the most important sacred building in the city, built by Gianfranco Buonamici in the 18th century. The structure holds faith in the ancient cathedral, dedicated to the Holy Resurrection. In fact, this had a semicircular apse on the outside, and polygonal inside, as well as the current structure. Inside it is possible to admire beautiful frescoes and two early Christian sarcophagi. Very characteristic is the cylindrical bell tower outside the Duomo that dates back to the eleventh century.

Bologne - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Ghisilardi Fava

Commissioned by Bartolomeo Ghisilardi and designed by Zilio Montanari, it was erected between 1484 and 1491. The Palace is in line, at an architectural level with the style of Palazzo Bentivoglio; in the center of the courtyard there is a tower house prior to the construction of the same house, called the Tower of Acknowledgments. Today the palace houses the Medieval Civic Museum and the Palazzo delle Esposizioni, as well as the Carracci Fava Literary Cafe.

Bologne - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Fantuzzi

The building commissioned by the Fantuzzi family, is distinguished by the presence of two elephants on the facade. The elephants reminded Hannibal, from which the family supported descending. The building covered in strong and provocative rusticated, the very square windows, make think of a paternity of the architect Serio, perhaps the only example of his architecture in the city. Instead, the interiors are designed by the architect Bartolomeo di Domenico Peruzzi, a wonderful example of a sixteenth-century residence.

Bologne - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo della Mercanzia

The palace overlooks the homonymous square, is also known as Palazzo del Carrobbio or Loggia dei Mercanti. Work on its construction was completed in 1391. The building was intended to host the Merchants' Forum, with the court attached. It appears as a set of styles, from Lombard to Gothic to classicism - naturalistic. The upper floors can be reached via a staircase built in 1857, when the building underwent a general renovation, with the redistribution of the interior spaces.

Bologne - Monuments

Collegio di Spagna

It is located at the University of Bologna and offers the functions of college to students from Spain. It was founded between the thirteenth and seventeenth centuries. On the porch there is a fresco by Annibale Carracci, Bartolomeo Ramenghi and Camillo Procaccini. In 1980, restoration operations began, which lasted until 2011 and brought considerable changes, such as the elimination of false Gothic superstructures and the reproduction of new frescoes, such as the “Madonna of Humility”.

Bologne - Walls, towers and gates

Porta San Felice

Also called “Porta Saffi”, it is included between the doors of the third city walls of Bologna. It starts at the west end of the historic center, along the Via Emilia, at the point where this changes its name from Via San Felice to Via Aurelio Saffi. It was built in 1300 in brick, it was equipped in 1334 with fortress and drawbridge. After the restoration work in 2007 and 2009, Porta San Felice was brought back to the ancient splendors of the past.

Cesena - Walls, towers and gates

Porta Fiume

One of the doors that mark the city walls. Dating back to the XIV century and restored after being damaged during the second world war, has a rectangular shape and it's open at the pedestrian crossing. From here there is access to the Bridge of St. Martin, built in the X - XI over the river Savio and ending originally at a subsequent port which is now destroyed. Over the years the river has also changed its riverbed, and the bridge passes, now, over a road.

Zocca - Walls, towers and gates

Torre del Castello di Monteombraro

The Tower of the Castle of Montombraro is located in the town of Zocca, in the province of Modena. As for the date of construction of the castle and the tower, which is part of it, there is no precise date, but it is assumed to date back to 1110, in the Middle Ages. Unfortunately, it was then destroyed in the expedition of the Bolognese. Over the centuries it was restructured and modified again. Today, both the castle and the tower are accessible and are still in good condition.

Cortemaggiore - Churches and places of worship

Basilica di Santa Maria delle Grazie

The Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie was founded at the end of 1480 by Giberto Manzi, and has a Latin cross project with three naves. Inside there is a polyptych of twelve plates, works by Filippo Mazzola, which in 1880 was decomposed due to renovations. In 2003, almost the entire work was rebuilt, except for two frescoes: San Cristoforo and Salvatore. On 3 May 2008 it became a basilica with a celebration official by Cardinal Angelo Sodano.

Pavullo Nel Frignano - Monumental Trees

Cedro nel Parco Ducale

The Cedar of Parco Ducale is known as the Cedar of Lebanon or 'Pinone' said by the Pavullesi. It was planted by Carlo Huller who built the park for Francesco IV, Duke of Modena. The species is native to the Middle East and like many other trees it was introduced in Europe in 1683. The cedar has a powerful trunk and is a strong and durable wood. It is said that the Egyptians distilled oil from the cedar wood for embalming the dead. In the bible, on the other hand, it is told that it was used for the construction of temples and palaces.

Bertinoro - Adventure Parks

Indiana Park Terme della Fratta

Indiana Park is a fantastic acrobatic park that allows you to fulfill your (often repressed) desire for adventure with maximum security. Spending a day in this natural setting (the park is immersed in a wonderful forest), whose attractions are made with great attention to detail, is truly a unique experience that will leave you numerous memories. The watchwords of Indiana Park are two: game and adventure, a truly formidable combination to treat yourself to a special day.

Cesena - Monuments

Complesso del San Biagio

Its foundation dates back probably to the end of the fourteenth century, but over the centuries the complex has had a very troubled life. It was originally a convent, which reached its peak of activity in the seventeenth century. In 1810, however, the monastery was closed and the everything fell into decay. Subsequently renovated several times, it was home to an orphanage until 1960 and now is back to being a reference point for Cesena, also home to the Centro Cinema San Biagio.

Bagno di Romagna - Museums

Idro Ecomuseo delle Acque di Ridracoli

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.

Cento - Museums

Pinacoteca Civica "Il Guercino"

The Civic Art Gallery of Cento is located inside the Palazzo del Monte di Pietà in the municipality of Cento. The Palace was built in 1782 and the Art Gallery was officially known in 1839. It is one of the most important in the area. Currently it houses a large collection of works by Guercino. We can mention among the artists present Marcello Provenzali and Ludovico Carracci and numerous other artists of the past centuries. All the furniture in the room is very nice and embellished with furniture from the period in question. Admission to the art gallery is free for all art lovers.

San Marino - Museums

Museo delle Armi Moderne

It is housed in the rooms of Palazzo Manzoni Borghese, in front of the Basilica of the Saint. It is home to more than 2000 firearms from World War I and II. In the collection, which can be visited from 15 June to 15 September, there are Italian, European weapons and more. Permanent exhibition of San Marino handicraft: very interesting for lovers of handicraft, this permanent exhibition offers a rich collection of artifacts typical of the manual work of the centuries-old artisan tradition of the village of San Marino.

Parme - Museums

Castello dei Burattini

The Puppet Museum was born in the former convent of São Paulo, in 2002. The gallery hosts the most important collection of the animation theater in Italy created by Giordano Ferrari's collection with 1500 pieces: puppets, puppets, photographs, scripts, posters and other objects of the show. Added to this collection are the collection of the “Gruppo 80", by the engineer Amilcare Adamoli and the heritage of journalist F.Cristofori, donated by the family after his death with 1000 puppet objects and 134 envelopes of documents, important testimonies about the world of show business.

Maranello - Museums

Galleria "Ferrari"

The Museum is divided into several areas: the Hall of Victories where all the Ferrari World Champions are exhibited from 1999 to today, the Trophies and the history of the World Champions Drivers. It is the area dedicated to Formula 1 with historical models. The museum's exhibition space is spread over 6 main rooms and is enriched by various services, including the Ferrari Store, the Cafeteria, a professional driving simulator and the photo point. From May a new wing will be opened with a large convention room and a new exhibition room, the muzzle also becomes a congress center capable of hosting

Parme - Fountains

Fontana del Trianon

The Fountain is located in the city of Parma. The sculpture was designed by the architect Giuliano Mozzani. It is also known as the Fountain of Parma and is located in the Ducal Garden in Parma. The Garden surrounds the fourteenth-century castle and is located in the historic center. The birth of the park was due to Ottavio Farnese in 1561. On the occasion of the wedding of his son, Odoardo Farnese, Ranuccio II Farnese had a large fish pond dig in front of the villa in 1690. Only in 1920 was the Fountain of Trianon located in the garden, which depicts the Parma and Taro rivers.

Cesena - Museums

Museo della Centuriazione

It's located at about 6 kilometers from Cesena, is a permanent exhibition which bears witness to the territorial organization that was, in fact, the Roman land. The project also includes the presence of a farmhouse in which to see the instruments from the period, while among the activities of interest, there is the opportunity to follow a path between countries and churches which is dotted with signs explaining the methods of work and the history of the centuriazione cesenate.

Parme - Museums

Antica Spezieria di San Giovanni

The Ancient Spezieria di San Giovanni is of very ancient origin, documented since 1201 it is located inside the Abbey of San Giovanni Evangelista of Parma, a religious complex. The latter was modified in 1766 by the will of Guillaume du Tillot, separating and making autonomous the interiors of the monastery from those of the pharmacy. The spice shop was entrusted to the apectials Luigi Gardoni, his son and grandson. The Antica Spezieria consists of 4 rooms: fire room, mortar room, mermaid room and workshop.

Bologne - Monuments

Arco Meloncello e Portico San Luca

The Arco del Meloncello gives us the idea of an original scenographic of Baroque taste. It consists of an overpass for pilgrims, supported by a base with arches, through which pedestrian and vehicle traffic can flow undisturbed. The portico of San Luca, has a length of about 3.5 km and has 666 arches. Its construction dates back between 1674 and 1721, thanks to the contribution of citizenship. It starts from Via Saragozza up to the church of San Luca that stands on the Colle della Guardia.

Montefiorino - Castles, palaces and mansions

Rocca di Montecuccoli

The Fortress of Montecuccoli dates back to the second half of the twelfth century. Work on its construction started between 1235 and 1238 and ended in 1239. Initially, only the tower was built and later the rest of the plant was added. In the middle of the thirteenth century it was destroyed by the Modenesi, and only in the fourteenth century it was rebuilt. Today this beautiful fortress is in excellent condition and houses inside the Museum of the Partisan Republic.

Carpaneto Piacentino - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Zena

Historical news of the Castle of Zena dates back to the 13th century when the Castle was destroyed by infantry and knights. Over the centuries the fortress has been owned by several families and from the second half of the 19th century it was owned by the Perotti family. The building consists of six structures that have fulfilled different tasks over the centuries. So we find the Ferraria used for agricultural functions and the second noble residence Casa Scotti.

Bologne - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Montanari

The building located in Via Galliera was owned by the Aldrovandi family, who thanks to the riches accumulated by Cardinal Pompeo Aldrovandi, could afford himself to build a new residence. The project was entrusted to the architect Francesco Maria Angelici in 1725, and the work ended in 1752 entrusted to Torreggiani, master builder on the construction site. Torreggiani also produced the windows that recalled the late Baroque period, while the frescoes to represent the grandeur of the family were commissioned to Bigari and Orlandi.

Gropparello - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Gropparello

The building stands on top of a rock to secure a strategic position. Located in the province of Piacenza the Castle of Gropparello, in the Middle Ages has been included in the war between Guelfi and Ghibellines and has been owned by numerous families including Fulgosio, Borri, Anguissola. It 'made up of parts of different ages. The tower is the oldest part and is located on top of the rock, ideal for a tower using for view of possible arrival of armies from the north.

Sala Baganza - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Sala Baganza

The Castle of Sala Baganza was home since 1258 of the Sanvitale, Farnese and Bourbon family during the following centuries. It is located near the Baganza stream and immediately played an important role in defending the Parma castles. The structure looks like a long parallelepiped bordered by the remains of two towers at the extremes. The interior rooms show frescoes and decorations of sixteenth-century works by Cesare Baglione, Samacchini and Campi.

Pavullo Nel Frignano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Montecucolo

Historical news of the Castle of Montecuccolo dates back to 1027 when it was occupied by a family of German feudal lords. History has it that the famous general Raimondo Montecuccoli was born here, from which the fortress also takes its name. The fortress stands on a rocky relief not far from Pavullo, in Frignano. Its peculiarity lies in the position of the tower, erected slightly away from the buildings where the owners and guests resided. There is also the guard body located inside the third belt.

Crevalcore - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Galeazza

The Castle of Galeazza originates from the famous and ancient tower built in the fourteenth century by Galeazzo Pepoli. The fortress is located not far from the municipality of Crevalcore and is surrounded by the green of the surrounding plain. In the sixteenth century, a villa was built around the tower, remodeled in the following centuries in a neo-medieval style. Until 2002, in the ancient part of the castle, the cultural association Reading Retreats in Rural Italy was based.

Riccione - Castles, palaces and mansions

Villa Mussolini

Initially called Villa Margherita, it bears the unmistakable name of the famous family that inhabited it. Located on Viale Milano 31, with a direct outlet to the beach, it was the house chosen by women Rachele for the summer holidays of the duce, knowing the passage of important statesmen and distinguished men visiting the fascist dictator. In 1997 it became the property of the Cassa di Risparmio di Rimini and assigned to the Municipality of Riccione on a free loan that made it available for exhibitions and exhibitions.

Agazzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello della Bastardina

The Bastardina Castle is one of the few castles built in the late Middle Ages, already existed in the eleventh century. It was initially owned by the Scotti. It was born on a rectangular territory, where two square towers were built. The third tower, located asymmetrically, is the highest. Instead, today the fourth is used as a bell tower of the nearby oratory. The 2,900 metre hilly course around is used as a golf course. The interior is very elegant, the porch with nine ovens and also the stairs leading to the upper floor.

Parme - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Pigorini

Even if the building date was built around 1767, from the architectural structure it is assumed that the building is even older. The palace was known for having given birth to two famous personalities: the poet Angelo Mazza and the explorer Vittorio Bottego, in honor of whom on the building we find the two tombstones, precisely on the facade. Today the building is the seat of the Department of Culture of the Municipality of Parma and, often, also an exhibition space for various exhibitions in the locality.

Ferrara - Castles, palaces and mansions

Delizia di Fossadalbero

Great palace wanted by Niccolo III and built in the first half of the fifteenth century. Transformed into 'delight' (i.e. place to rest and enjoy) by Borso d'Este, it looks like a crenellated castle with outposts and rivellins. It has 44 rooms (tastefully furnished and decorated), a chapel and a beautiful garden. Legend has it that this' Delight 'was the setting for the illicit and unfortunate love between Hugo (son of Niccolo III) and the Parisina.

Finale Emilia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello delle Rocche

The Castle of the Rocche di Finale Emilia, in the province of Modena, is among the most beautiful and ancient castles in the resort. This building, of Lombard origin, was rebuilt by the Estensi in the Middle Ages, more precisely in 1402. It was built for military and war purposes. Unfortunately, due to the strong earthquake that touched the Emilia area, part has fallen and today is temporarily closed to tourists, because it is undergoing renovation.

Piozzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Monteventano

There is little news about the Castle of Monteventano regarding its construction. From historical sources it appears that it was rebuilt in the 17th century after it was destroyed in 1164 by Federico Barbarossa. The fortress has been owned by several families over the centuries and is currently the private residence of a German painter. The structure still has its imposing walls and the tower leaning against the residential building. The round tower still stands over thirty meters high that presides over the entrance.

Bologne - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Pini Già Pallavicini

Palazzo Pini Already Pallavicini was built around the fifteenth century on a fifteenth-century nucleus belonging to some noble Bolognese families. The surface is extended for two thousand square meters and the interiors are frescoed and adorned with stucco and works performed by Burrini, Barozzi, Minozzi and other artists. An important historical event occurred in March 1770, when the then child prodigy Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart performed in the music room.

Reggio Emilia - Churches and places of worship

Chiostri di San Pietro e Prospero

The Cloisters of San Pietro and Prospero are located inside the convent of San Pietro built by Benedictine monks in 1524 in the place, where the church of San Pietro dated 1140 was first located. The smallest of cloisters dates back to the period of construction of the convent and has a Renaissance structure with its colonnade. Below in 1580 the Great Cloister was also built on the model of the Palazzo Te in Mantua, thus giving a new detail to the convent that definitively replaced the church of San Pietro.

Rimini - Churches and places of worship

Santuario Santa Maria delle Grazie

The Sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Grazie dates back to the fourteenth century. The origins of the Sanctuary come from a miraculous and legendary event that happened on top of a hill, where a shepherd carved a Madonna in the body of a tree while grazing the flock. He failed to finish his face and for this he was helped by the angels. So in the miracle hill the Sanctuary and a chapel with the name of Madonna delle Grazie was built. The simulacrum was later taken to Venice where it is still kept in the church of San Marziale.

San Marino - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo del Governo

Known by the name of Palazzo Pubblico, it is the place of official ceremonies and institutional and administrative bodies. It stands on the ground of the old building, the Domus Magna Comunis, knocked down at the end of the '800. Designed by the architect Francesco Azzurri and erected between 1884 and 1894 with an inaugural speech by Carducci, it traces the austere style of the municipal palaces of 1300 and is depicted on the 2 euro coin.

Felino - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Felino

The castle is located on the hills of Felino, in the province of Parma and dates back to 1140. Recently rebuilt, it has been hosting a restaurant and the Salami Museum of Felino since recent times. The style of its architecture is affected by the numerous renovations taken care of by the noble families who have followed one another. Inside there is a bar and restaurant, available for the reception of groups, meetings, banquets and gala dinners.

Bologne - Castles, palaces and mansions

Villa Guastavillani

A beautiful building from the second half of the fifteenth century characterized by a “T” system with an area of more than 5000 square meters. It was renovated around the 2000s by the University of Bologna, of which it became the headquarters of the Historical Archive. Inside it is possible to visit the chapel of the Barbiano family where there are wooden drawers painted with rich decorated bands and different paintings and frescoes of the time.

Piozzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Torre Rizzi

The Castle of Torre Rizzi is located on top of the hill of Val Luretta in Piozzano. Initially it was a complex owned by Giovanni and Marco Dolzani and later passed in 1431 to Gian Francesco della Veggiola. The latter expanded the area of the building and transformed it into an elegant and noble residence. After the hanging of della Veggiola, the tower became the property of the Paveri-Fontana and towards the end of the 18th century by the Rizzi.

Carpaneto Piacentino - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Magnano

Historical references of the Castle of Magnano have been made from the twelfth century when it is cited in Liber Mancassola. Until the end of the eighteenth century the property remained of the Scotti, and after the marriage with a noble of the Scala, it took the name of Scotti-Scala. The fortress has a particular irregular trapezoidal structure. It is divided into Guelph crenellated walls, a monobloc body, also crowned by battlements, and a main tower consisting of a square plan with internal spiral staircases.

Bologne - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Merendoni

The building was purchased by Counts Merendoni in 1773 and completely rebuilt in 1774 on a project by the architect Raimondo Compagnini. The house is finely decorated with frescoes; of particular value is the fresco representing Diana on the wagon by Gaetano Gandolfi. Furthermore, accessing from the porch you will find yourself in front of the large staircase decorated with stucco, with all-round sculptures by Domenico Piò and his students. Today it houses the Salaborsa Library.

Piozzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Montecanino

The Castle of Montecanino was built in the eleventh century in a position that offers a wide view of the Po Valley. It was destroyed in 1164 by Barbarossa but was rebuilt around the fifteenth century, passing ownership to many noble families including the Thirteen. The fortress had six towers, located between the perimeter and the center. Currently, only a few remains remain of the Castle, but in the past it was an imposing building for the defense and collection of the resort.

Sala Baganza - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Sanvitale

The Sanvitale Castle was built in 1477 at the behest of Gilberto II Sanvitale and is located in the center of the homonymous village. The building was managed by several owners who transformed its structure, such as the Farnese and Bourbons as well as Napoleon Bonaparte after his conquest. The fortress has a long form of parallelepiped with its towers at the extremes. Sectioned into three floors, the external structure also features an access bridge and a city wall that encloses the garden.

Piacenza - Castles, palaces and mansions

Bastioni e Mura

The walls of Piacenza were raised in the sixteenth century, to protect the city, and are considered among the masterpieces of military architecture in which real masters participated in the construction of fortifications, as: Antonio da Sangallo. Currently, some stretches of ramparts in the Porta Borghetto area are in worrying conditions. The Farnesian ramparts are very important for the city, both for their beauty but, above all, for the historicity they represent.

Bologne - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Marescalchi

The Palazzo dell'Armi Marescalchi, was chosen for its evocative beauty as the Institutional headquarters of the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage for the provinces of Bologna, Modena and Reggio Emilia. It was a senatory palace and an eighteenth-century residence, over the years made more and more precious, for example with seventeenth-century frescoes by the Accademia dei Carracci, or with the “Salle Manger” designed by Martinetti.

Vergato - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo dei Capitani della Montagna

The Palace of the Captains of the Mountain was built between the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries and was the seat of the Captains of the Mountain, officials who ruled from 1414 to 1796. The facade has coats of arms dating from the 4th and 6th centuries and among these is visible that of the municipality of Vergato, depicting a wild boar in a swamp with two oak branches tied by a ribbon. The building was built during the post-war period and was enriched with four stained-glass windows by Luigi Ontani in 1998.

Parme - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzetto Eucherio Sanvitale Giardino Pubblico

The Palazzetto Eucherio Sanvitale is located inside the Parco Ducale di Parma. It was built on Renaissance forms in 1520 by Giorgio da Erba. Inside we can admire some frescoes by Parmigianino such as the “Madonna with Child” and an oil on the wall with scenes from the “Life of the Virgin” of a late Mannerist with landscapes from the end of 1500. The building is among the most visited monuments in the city.

Rivergaro - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Ancarano

The Castle of Ancarano is located in Rivergaro, in the province of Piacenza. There is no certain information on the date of construction, but according to ancient writings it is assumed to date back to 1466. In 1521 the Castle, and the village also suffered serious damage due to some military attacks by the French and then by the Lanzichenecchi. Despite the whole building is in good condition and the Renaissance artistic elements are clearly visible. Today it is open to tourists.

Parme - Churches and places of worship

Oratorio di Sant'Ilario

The Oratory dates back to 1663 and is accessible from the loggia of Palazzo Vecchio. Inside, it is divided into three naves, separated by grooved columns in stucco and is enriched by frescoes decorations, the work of Giovanni Maria Conti, which cover the lunettes with flower motifs and fruits, in addition to the depictions of Saints and Blesseds of the city. In the Oratory there is the tomb of Rodolfo Tanzi, knight of the Teutonic Order and benefactor, who founded the city institution of the Hospital of Misericordia.

Emilia Romagna: other suggestions for sleeping

Villaggio Turistico Park Gallanti - >Comacchio
Comacchio - Via Alpi Orientali 118
For your holidays, your relax, and your joy of living Park Gallanti is the ideal village. An oasis to enjoy your holidays in a natural environment and the pleasure of sports with your family and friends.
HOTEL INTERNAZIONALE - >Cesenatico
Cesenatico - Via Ferrara, 7
Hotel Britannia - >Cesenatico
Cesenatico - Viale Carducci, 129
The Hotel Britannia is an historic hotel in Cesenatico, run by three generations of the Gualtieri family. Located across from the shore just a short distance away from the centre of the beach area, the hotel offers comfortable guest rooms and modern facilities able to meet any needs our guests may have.
Hotel Maxy - >Torre Pedrera
Torre Pedrera - Via Tolemaide, 2
Albergo Metropole - >Rimini
Rimini - 64-A. Vl. Regina Elena
La Corte Del Cavaliere Bed and Breakfast - >Calderara di Reno
Calderara di Reno - Via Fornace, 4 Loc.Castel Campeggi
Hotel La Cartiera - Vignola Village Resort - >Vignola
Vignola - Via Sega, 2
Hotel La Cartiera is situated in Vignola, behind the cherries valley, 18 km from Modena and 29 km from Bologna in the heart of the land made famous for fast cars and castles. The different room categories and the apartments in the residence offer maximum comfort thanks to the modern facilities on offer: a flat screen television with satellite channels, autonomous climate control, Wi-Fi access, a safe, a hairdryer, a bathrobe and slippers. The perfect choice for business and leisure trips alike, the hotel has a restaurant, a large spa area with a gym and beauty treatments, a car park and Wi-Fi access. The Ferrari museum in Maranello, the vinegar making areas, the ham producers and traditional dairies are all only a few minutes from the hotel, whilst Bologna Panigale Airport is only 30 minutes drive away.
La Lepre Bianca - >Cento
Cento - Via Di Renazzo, 88
Set in a 2000 m² park, La Lepre Bianca features a swimming pool in natural stone. It offers a free shuttle to the town centre of Cento, 4 km south. Rooms and suites have a rustic feel with wood-beamed ceilings, wood floors and antique furniture. All have views of the park and are air conditioned. You will also find a TV and free Wi-Fi. A full English breakfast is served each morning, while the restaurant offers good quality Emilia-Romagna specialities at dinner. Parking is free at La Lepre Bianca. Its location is ideal for exploring the region, with Ferrara and Modena both 45 minutes' drive away. Bologna is just under 1 hour away by car.
LA PIANA DEI CASTAGNI - >Castel d'Aiano
Castel d'Aiano - Lusignano 11 Castel D'Aiano
Az. Agr. Spagnolina - >Ferrara
Ferrara - Via Saccona 33 - Porporana
Giardino Residence - >Montecreto
Montecreto - Via Del Parco 7
Welcome ground on the Modena. Montecreto is a small medieval town situated on a hill overlooking the valley Scoltenna, a jewel rich with history and nestled in the woods of chestnut and beech trees. Residence Hotel Garden has several apartments for rent for a relaxing and nature sports, couples, and families with children, for a weekend or for holiday weeks. Single and double apartments with several beds are available for yearly, monthly, weekly or even just for the weekend of rest and sport.
Il Rampicante - >Montechiarugolo
Montechiarugolo - Via Montepelato Nord, 5
Camping Florenz - >Comacchio
Comacchio - Via Alpi Centrali, 199
Holiday Village Florenz is situated directly by the sea within a wonderful 80.000 sq. m. pine grove. Our clients may benefit from numerous first-class facilities, including private pools, restaurants, market, rec room, kids playgrounds, hot showers and laundry. Our village offers a whole lot of different accommodations (including bungalows and luxury mobile homes), suitable for any kind of customers. Holiday Village Florenz is located within the Po Delta national park and it is really close to major heritage centers, such as Comacchio (8 km), Ravenna (30 km), Ferrara (60 km), Venice (100 km),
CASANUOVA - >Tizzano Val Parma
Tizzano Val Parma - Strada Di Carobbio 11
Forty years ago we made a lifestyle choice that has led us to move from the city to the mountains and live in harmony with nature. We produce ourselves, as far as possible, that is necessary for our sustenance and for the guests of our organic holiday farm. The greenery, the clear air and the silence. References nightlife and adventures of wild animals, the smell of moss and damp earth. The thunder and lightning so near but also the awareness of having to arrange and create something out new they hopelessly bewitched and it was easy, after all, choose this place and not others. Today we
Camping Reno - >Casal Borsetti
Casal Borsetti - Via Spallazzi, 11
Medusa - >Ravenna
Ravenna - Via Della Medusa, 88/90
HOTEL ANTARES - >Lido di Classe
Lido di Classe - Viale F. Lli Vivaldi, 76
HOTEL BAHAMAS - >Lido di Savio
Lido di Savio - Via Cesena, 8
L 'Hotel Bahamas, located in Lido di Savio, Tagliavini is run by the family for 40 years. News 2015: SPA with pool . Children and the chef prepare the flatbread then eat it with Nutella and learn to make the garden then take home a potty with a seed. Near Milano Marittima, Cervia, Wonderland, Safari Zoo and 20 miles from Ravenna. Discounted tickets for the parks Wonderland, Zoo Safari and Italy in Miniature. At 100m from the sea with offerings including parasol, 2 sun loungers and animation. Including animation at the Lido di Savio Village (babydance club, musicals, cabarets, etc.) Typical Romagna
AGRITURISMO MULINO DI CULMOLLE - >Bagno di Romagna
Bagno di Romagna - Fraz. Poggio Alla Lastra
HOTEL MILANO MARITTIMA VILLA PINA - >Cervia
Cervia - 13. Vl. Bologna Milano Marittima
L 'Hotel totally renovated has a privileged location right in the center of Milano Marittima. His family management is the strong point of this 3-star hotel in Milano Marittima. The excellent cuisine serving regional, national and international first-class products, an eye of regard for customers Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten-free cooking.
Hotel Belvedere - >Cervia
Cervia - Via Rotonda Don Minzoni, 1
The Hotel Belvedere is located in a strategic position:at the beginning of the prestigious center of Milano Marittima and a short distance from the sea. It has a wide choice of rooms: -Classic Rooms types: equipped with every confort; -Deluxe Rooms: new with modern design -Pool Relax equipped with outdoor jacuzzi on the private balcony -Wellness Suite: spacious and comfortable rooms. aslo furnished with Jacuzzi inside the room. The Hotel has a interior Wellness Center with exclusive use of guests, equipped with sauna, chromatic showers, turkish bath, fitness area, pool-heated whirlpool and tea corner; relaxing massages on request at discounted prices. The large outdoor swimming pool with jacuzzi jets is equipped with sun beds and umbrellas. The strategic location and the services offered make a hotel suitable for all types of customers, from families to young people, to the business and wellness.
ALBERGO BOOMERANG - >Salsomaggiore Terme
Salsomaggiore Terme - 43. Vl. Fidenza Tabiano
Far from the hustle and bustle , immersed in the greenery of the countryside , Hotel Boomerang is situated in the main street of Tabiano Terme Our hotel is in the elevated 3 star category and the hospitality is characterized by the courtesy and the attention paid to detail that only the direct owner management can offer. The rich breakfast buffet, the cared for cuisine following the simple and authentic Emilian Tradition and the attentive cleaning service are our guarantee for making your stay extremely Pleasant and relaxing, the “classic rooms” are bright and spacious with bathroom,
DAVID HOTEL - >Cesenatico
Cesenatico - 297. Vl. Carducci Giosue' Villamarina
HOTEL EXECUTIVE - >Cesenatico
Cesenatico - V.Le Cesare Abba, 90
Affittacamere Cortebella - >Rimini
Rimini - Via Montefiorino, 6 (Vergiano)
The warm atmosphere of the manor house in close contact with nature will make you forget the chaos and stress of the city. The welcome and hospitality of Romagna will put you at ease, they will pamper you and make you relax in the days of your stay .. The swimming pool and private parking, garden with trees, paths, rooms equipped with all necessary amenities and furnished with period furniture will drop you in a refined and elegant setting ..
Trinidad - >Rimini
Rimini - Viale Homs, 14
The Hotel run by the owners, is situated in a central and quiet spot, (only 200 meters far from the shore). The Hotel being situated at only 2 Km from the new Palacongressi http://www.riminipalacongressi.it/ ,and at 7 Km from the new Fair http://www.riminifiera.it/ ,it's to be considereted a good choise for whom,who don't come here just for the sun. It is equipped with a confortable dining-room, a Bar, a wide hall with TV-SAT, garden, lift, and safe-service. GPS: Latit. 44,063369N Long. 12,582992E
Hotel Maioli - >Misano Adriatico
Misano Adriatico - Via Matteotti, 12
Concorde - >Cesenatico
Cesenatico - Viale Giovanni Da Verazzano, 15
Hotel Massimo - >Cervia
Cervia - Viale Italia, 82

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