Take a road trip to explore the , the ancient Roman road running from the history-packed Piacenza area to the sunny, seaside resort city of Rimini. Stop off in the picturesque towns and cities along the way, such as Cesena, Faenza, Ferrara, Ravenna, Forlì, Bologna, Modena, Reggio Emilia and Parma. From beginning to end, travelers can expect to experience a series of diverse and unique itineraries, most of them available for and lovers, appreciating UNESCO World Heritage sites along the way.
Eat like a local in the heart of Food Valley
Unlike anywhere else in Europe, Emilia Romagna boasts 44 top certified food products that are created by using ancient Italian traditions passed from generation to generation.
In Modena, guests can sample tangy , aged in a wooden barrel for a minimum of 12 years, and the joyously bubbly red in its authentic dry style. Or witness the creation of the pungent 36-month-old in the cheese capitals of Reggio Emilia and Parma, and visit a local butcher in Parma for a slice of revered ham, hung for nine months and stamped with the city’s ducal crown.
Food Emilia Romagna ©Apt servizi
Absorb culture in the Art Cities
Culture aficionados will appreciate the half-marble façade of the Basilica di San Petronio in , the 13th century ceramic heritage of and the Byzantine mosaics in : each city boasts its own diverse characteristics. And just outside the city centre like in Piacenza numerous tell the history of this rich land.
A little further east, the Museums of San Domenico in Forlì are displaying interesting exhibition every year. Not to be missed is , which exemplifies the splendor of Renaissance art at its best and is honoring the Italian Jew history with the recently opened .
Meet the region’s famous “sons”.
Acclaimed film director Federico Fellini was born in Rimini, the city celebrated his Centennial with a new, dedicated . The classical music maestro, , grew up in the town of Busseto, outside of Parma, and his former home is open to visitors. In Modena the home of opens its door to visitors to unveil the secrets of one of the greatest tenors of all time.
Rimini, Federico Fellini ©Apt servizi
Fuel your need for speed
Home to some of the world’s most revered motor brands, like Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini, Dallara, Pagani and Ducati, is a paradise for car enthusiasts. In addition to major international events from Moto GP to Formula 1, and Superbikes to historical re-enactments and the yearly Motorvalley Fest, the Motor Valley is home to 13 museums, a network of 18 private collections; 4 racetracks
Ferrari museum ©Apt servizi
Appreciate the sandy beaches of Rimini
Visitors can end their trip along the Via Emilia in and its Riviera, a traditional Italian seaside town with nine miles of golden sand, delicious street food and an abundance of Roman monuments in the scenic town center. Waiting for you along the Via Emilia to experience the very best of the Italian lifestyle!