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Apennines, Castles and Local Flavours
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Apennines, Castles and Local Flavours

By AndomYA Adventures
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Overview
  • Immerse into Queen Matilda's life, a real icon of women empowerment
  • Enjoy a stunning 360-degree view over the Bismantova's peak
  • Meet the farmer's animals and immerse yourself in the surrounding nature
  • Learn about the process of making Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
  • You'll observe the production process of the Parmigiano Reggiano

Activity location

    • Canossa
    • Canossa, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi, 42121 Reggio Emilia RE, Italy | Our meeting point is at 8:00 am at Reggio Emilia’s central train station, located in Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi, in front of the main entrance. Reggio Emilia is easily accessible by train from other major cities in the area, such as Modena, Bologna, and Milan. If you need help finding the best options, please feel free to ask.
    • Reggio Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transportation
  • What's includedWhat's includedParmigiano Dairy Farm admission
  • What's includedWhat's includedBalsamic Viager Production admission
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedPietra di Bimantiva hike & viewpoint admission
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuites

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

The 9-hour itinerary includes visits to the production sites of Parmigiano Reggiano and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar, two iconic products of Emilia-Romagna.

Next, we will head to Canossa Castle to explore the fascinating history of Queen Matilde. Afterwards, we will enjoy a scenic drive through the Apennines National Park to reach our farm nestled in the mountains, where a farm-to-table lunch will be prepared for us.

Following our meal, we will have time to stroll through the forests surrounding the farm, where we may encounter free-range pigs and other animals. Together with the owner, we will also explore a 100-year-old chestnut orchard.

Our final stop will be the iconic “Pietra di Bismantova,” a rock formation shaped during the last Ice Age and mentioned by Dante Alighieri. We will embark on an easy 30-minute hike to the top, where we can enjoy a panoramic 360-degree view of the surrounding valleys and peaks.

We recommend wearing hiking shoes or footwear with good grip and comfort. If you prefer not to hike, you can still appreciate the view from a bench at the bottom or enjoy a coffee on a nearby terrace.

Location

Activity location

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    • Canossa
    • Canossa, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi, 42121 Reggio Emilia RE, Italy | Our meeting point is at 8:00 am at Reggio Emilia’s central train station, located in Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi, in front of the main entrance. Reggio Emilia is easily accessible by train from other major cities in the area, such as Modena, Bologna, and Milan. If you need help finding the best options, please feel free to ask.
    • Reggio Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, Italy