From the Motor Valley to the art cities of Parma and Modena, from the Romagna hinterland to the Ravenna mosaics. The "good food" region offers an unforgettable journey of flavours, culture and hospitality.
Piacenza with Piazza Cavalli, then the Piacenza hills with Gutturnio and Ortrugo wines, Grazzano Visconti Castle.
Farmhouses in PiacenzaUNESCO City of Music, home of Parmigiano Reggiano PDO, Parma Ham PDO and pumpkin tortelli.
Farmhouses in ParmaModena, home of traditional balsamic vinegar PDO, Ferrari, Maserati and Pavarotti. Ferrari Museum in Maranello.
Farmhouses in ModenaUniversity city, medieval centre with UNESCO porticoes, the Two Towers, Piazza Maggiore. Home of tagliatelle, ragù and mortadella.
Farmhouses in BolognaUNESCO Ferrara of the Estensi with Estense Castle and Renaissance walls. Po Delta park, paradise for migratory birds.
Farmhouses in FerraraEight UNESCO monuments with the most extraordinary Byzantine mosaics in the world.
Farmhouses in RavennaBest time: April-October
Recommended duration: 6-8 days
How to get around: car; Via Emilia great by bike