The best cycling routes around Collecchio

The Felino Salami Museum bears witness to the privileged relationship established over time between the unique product we know and its land of origin. Felino thus pays homage to its most beloved “son”, whose history has found a home in the evocative rooms of an ancient rustic court from the 14th century in the center of Felino. The Museum represents an opportunity to make known and appreciate not simply the essence of what has been defined as the prince of salamis, but the territory and the community of which it is an expression, starting from the quality of the raw materials to the wisdom of the hands that continue to work it.

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La Rocca Sanvitale di Sala Baganza is a fascinating fortress of medieval origin located in Sala Baganza, in the province of Parma. Born around the year 1100 as a defensive structure, it lost its military function over time to transform into a sumptuous noble residence and hunting lodge, hosting three great dynasties over the centuries: the Sanvitale, the Farnese, and the Bourbon. Although three of its original sides were demolished in the Napoleonic era, the building today preserves splendid Renaissance frescoes from the 16th century and is surrounded by the majestic Farnesian Garden.

The Carrega Woods Park is the first protected area established in Emilia-Romagna (in 1982) and extends for about 2,600 hectares on the gentle hills between Collecchio and Sala Baganza, about 15 km from Parma. Characteristics and Nature Landscape: It combines centuries-old woods of oaks, chestnuts, and conifers with green meadows, streams, and small historic artificial lakes. Places of interest: It houses architectural jewels such as the famous Casino de' Boschi and the evocative Beech Forest of Maria Amalia

First mentioned in 854, Santa Maria Assunta is among the oldest parish churches in the diocese of Parma. In the mid-11th century, the church with three naves and three apses was built, whose structure is the basis of the current building. A few decades later, to offer shelter to pilgrims, a front portico was added to this structure, wide three bays and deep two, later closed and integrated into the church. In the same period, a pulpit was created, dismantled at the end of the 16th century, of which some sculptural parts are preserved. A first side chapel was built in the 14th century, the second in the 16th. The other chapels were added to the church during the renovation work that from 1712 to 1745 adapted it to the taste of the time, plastering the walls and vaulting the naves. The radical restoration work carried out from 1927 to 1942 removed much of the 18th-century additions.

Fornovo di Taro is a municipality of about 6,000 inhabitants in the province of Parma, strategically located at the outlet of the Val Taro and at the beginning of the Cisa State Road. An important crossroads between the Po Valley and the Apennines, it is famous for being a fundamental stage of the Via Francigena and for the historic Battle of 1495 between the army of Charles VIII and the Italian League.

The Boschi di Carrega Regional Nature Park was established in 1982 as the first regional park in Emilia-Romagna. It is located in the province of Parma, extending for about 1270 hectares on the river terraces between the Taro river and the Baganza stream, in the municipal territories of Collecchio, Sala Baganza and Fornovo di Taro. This green lung protects a hilly area of immense naturalistic, historical and cultural value, famous for its ducal atmospheres and elegant landscapes.

In 2026 the service was completely renovated. Here is some useful information: The hostel will be open from April 3rd to September 30th and check-in is possible from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The daily cost is set at an all-inclusive rate of €40.00 which includes: • evening refreshment with 2 hot and tasty sandwiches and a drink, also vegetarian and gluten-free options. Unfortunately, this year we are not allowed to activate the kitchen, but you will find local products prepared with care hot showers and heated rooms • disposable sheets and blankets for the night (if needed) • small emporium where you can stock up on drinks, alcohol, and snacks (to be paid separately) • beds in 6/4/2-person dormitories • self-service breakfast • free wifi All info on www.ostellocisa.it