What to see in the Romagna hinterland
In the Romagna hinterland, there are several attractions well worth a visit. Here are a few ideas:
- Ravenna: famous for its Byzantine mosaics, this city is a must-see for lovers of art and history. You can visit the Basilica of San Vitale, the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia and the Neonian Baptistery.
- Cesena: known for its famous Malatestiana Library, the city of Cesena also boasts a beautiful historic centre with its medieval streets and the Mausoleum of Giuseppe Garibaldi.
- Brisighella: a charming medieval village perched on a hill, famous for its three towers and its well-preserved historic centre. You can also visit the Rocca Manfrediana and the Casentino Forests Park.
- Faenza: renowned for its artistic ceramics, Faenza has a museum dedicated to the art of ceramics and local production. You can also visit Faenza Cathedral and Palazzo Milzetti.
- Castrocaro Terme: known for its thermal waters, Castrocaro is the perfect destination for relaxation and rejuvenation. You can also visit Castrocaro Castle and the ‘Pietro Mascagni’ Music Museum.
- Montefiore Conca: another charming medieval village perched on a hill, Montefiore Conca offers a breathtaking panoramic view. You can visit Montefiore Conca Castle and the Museum of Ancient Weapons.
- Sant’Agata Feltria: a small medieval village with a beautiful castle, where the famous Christmas fair takes place every year. You can also visit the Nativity Scene Museum, which displays nativity scenes from different periods.
These are just a few of the many attractions in the Romagna hinterland has to offer. There are many other enchanting places to explore, including nature reserves, vineyards and medieval villages.
Excursion into the Romagna hinterland
The Romagna hinterland offers plenty of opportunities for nature walks, cultural excursions and food and wine tours. Here are a few ideas for days out:
- Casentinesi Forests, Monte Falterona and Campigna Park: straddling the border between Romagna and Tuscany, this park offers beautiful trails surrounded by nature, winding through woods, along rivers and up into the mountains.
- Santarcangelo di Romagna: a charming medieval village, famous for its caves carved into the tuff. We recommend visiting the Rocca Malatestiana, the Church of St Michael the Archangel and the Museum of Rural Life.
- Faenza: renowned for its ceramics tradition, Faenza offers the chance to visit the International Museum of Ceramics, where you can admire ceramic pieces from all over the world. Also not to be missed are Piazza del Popolo and the Cathedral of San Pietro.
- Brisighella: another medieval village characterised by the Rocca Manfrediana, its three towers (the Clock Tower, the Monticino Tower and the Rocca Tower) and its typical colourful houses. From Brisighella, you can go on various nature walks along the Via degli Dei, a route linking Bologna to Florence.
- The Vena del Gesso Romagnola Regional Park: a nature reserve stretching for around 17 kilometres across the provinces of Ravenna and Forlì-Cesena. Here, you can go hiking amongst caves, chalk cliffs and rivers.
- Bertinoro: known as ‘the town of wine’, Bertinoro boasts numerous vineyards and wineries where you can sample local wines. The historic centre, with the Town Hall and the Parish Church of San Donnino, is also well worth a visit.
These are just a few of the many possible excursions you can go on in the Romagna hinterland. The region offers a variety of landscapes and attractions to suit all tastes.
