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Trekking route to discover the waterfalls on the Perino riverThis route, lasting about 1 h, is an easy excursion from the church of Calenzano to the waterfalls on the Perino river. It is also possible to transform the excursion into something more demanding, climbing the rocks at some of the falls...
Seven routes following the ancient ways of communication, each with detailed maps, road book, altimetric profile and information on service points.
A splendid set of farm buildings round a courtyard, constructed in the early 20th century, that is also a showcase of the excellent food specialities and wine produced in the province of Piacenza-
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The parish church of San Giacomo in Ponte dell’Olio houses one of the most important organs of the Nure valley, built by Antonio Sangalli in 1860.
The church was rebuilt in 1272, as is recorded on a plaque in the churchyard. Inside is a valuable organ built by the maestro Antonio Sangalli.
The Villa San Bono was built in the 18th century along with the attached chapel, in a dominant position in the town of Ponte dell’Olio.
Construction of the Shrine of the Blessed Virgin of the Quercia, in the imposing piazza Colombo, was completed in 1884 in celebration of the Marian apparition of 1496.
Recently restored by the municipality, the monumental complex of the kilns of Ponte dell'Olio was built from 1890 by the Azienda Calce Val Nure to produce quicklime for building purposes.
Probably the oldest church in Vigolzone, Sant'Angelo was built between the 7th and 8th centuries, possibly by the Lombards.
Today Carpaneto Town HallThe palazzo, an imposing building, stands right in the centre of Carpaneto, next to the church. It has belonged to the municipality since the end of the 19th century.-
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Piazza Guido ViscontiA pretty little chapel designed by Count Giuseppe Visconti di Modrone, built at the beginning of 1930 in perfect neo-mediaeval style.
The Museum is part of La Tosa wine estateCreated in 1995, the museum is one of the few examples of its kind in Emilia-Romagna and belongs to the Associazione Piacenza Musei. At present the collection includes more than 300 items.-
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An imposing construction in the pretty mediaeval village of RivaThe castle, on the right bank of the River Nure, has a fine strategic position that in the past gave it control of the road along the Nure valley.![Castle of Montanaro]( "Castle of Montanaro")
Of mediaeval origin, the building was transformed into a villa in the 18th century. Today it belongs to the Region of Emilia-Romagna and is not open to visitors.
Roman remains discovered by chance in 1975 and excavated the following year. The whole complex is preserved on view, protected by a roof and a fence. Explanatory panels have been set up inside the archaeological area.
Parish church of San Giorgio PiacentinoProbably built in the 17th century on the site where the old church stood.
First built in the 10th century, the castle has suffered many alterations as well as bloody exchanges. Thanks to extensive restoration it is now in excellent condition and today serves as the town hall and library.
A fascinating route that winds between thick forests wrapped in silence, small villages and rolling hills, until it descends to the plain.
The fortress, which today is an agriturismo, dominates the old village of Fulignano.![Castle of Castione]( "Castle of Castione")
The castle, constructed in a strategic position, dominates the Nure and Riglio valleys.![Castle of Altoè]( "Castle of Altoè")
This building is privately owned and is not open to the public. Its present appearance is the result of restorations at the end of the 19th century.![Castle of Rizzolo]( "Castle of Rizzolo")
The castle was built for defensive purposes in the Middle Ages and made still more powerful by Gian Galeazzo Visconti. It became the summer residence of the Salvatico family in the 18th century.
The castle is in an excellent state of preservation and its massive bulk dominates a stretch of the Riglio valley. Today it is privately owned and is not open to visitors.![Castle of Tollara]( "Castle of Tollara")
Founded in the Middle Ages, the Castle of Tollara has been transformed into a farm and is not open to visitors.
The imposing fortress, the heart of the defensive system of the Nicelli, was turned into a gracious country home in the 16th century with the addition of elegant loggias. Today it is privately owned and not open to visitors.
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