Daily Train SelfTour from Bologna: Fortress and Castle
Get on a train and set off to discover small village rich in tradition and history. The itinerary cover the railway sections that originate from the capital, and go to explore local realities of great charm,
not yet fully explored by the great tourist flow, real jewels to be discovered and enjoyed in a day and in every season of the year.
A responsible and sustainable way of visiting places and nature, a comfortable, fun and ecological solution for getting around.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Bazzano, Bazzano, Valsamoggia, Province of Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
The elegance of the old town is combined with the geometric beauty of the countryside that offers picturesque views, nature, historic villas and old farmhouses, a testimony of the ancient agricultural tradition.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Rocca dei Bentivoglio e Museo, Via Contessa Matilde, 10, 40053 Valsamoggia BO, Italy
Situated on the hill that overlooks the inhabited centre, is visible when entering the town and it is also the centre of numerous cultural activities, as well as housing the Musical Center and the Archaeological Civic Museum “A. Crespellani” that has given Bazzano the title "Art City".
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: La Giuditta, Piazza G. Garibaldi, Bazzano, Valsamoggia Italy
A bronze work by the Savignanese sculptor Giuseppe Graziosi, the statue of the "Bagnante", renamed "Giuditta" by the Bazzanese, was placed in the center of the fountain commissioned from the artist in 1914 to complete the arrangement of the square. The controversy raised by the statue's nudity led to its removal a few years later. Only in 1989 was the statue relocated outside the town hall, where it had been kept all that time.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Vignola, Vignola, Province of Modena, Emilia-Romagna
Vignola is fascinating both for the physical context in which it is situated, surrounded by fruit trees whose blossoms create a breathtaking sight during spring, and for its history and architecture.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Rocca di Vignola, Piazza Dei Contrari 4, 41058 Vignola Italy
The splendid Rocca di Vignola Fortress, with its richly decorated interiors, is medieval in origin. According to historical evidence, it was built in the 8th century by the Abbot of Nonantola for the purposes of defending the Abbey’s lands.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Palazzo Barozzi, Piazza Dei Contrari 3, 41058 Vignola Italy
In Piazza dei Contrari, just across from the Rocca, is Palazzo Contrari-Boncompagni, better known as Palazzo Barozzi because of its delightful spiral staircase designed by the architect Jacopo Barozzi. A masterpiece of architecture of the 1500s, the staircase is a striking, self-supporting structure in the shape of a sinuous spiral with 106 steps. The Barozzi Staircase is fascinating for its architecture as well as for its artistic beauty.
Duration: 10 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
10:00 AM
Duración: 6 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Bike & Vespa Rental - Holiday & Tour Travelhoo, Via Caduti di Cefalonia, 4, 40125 Bologna BO, Italy
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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