A natural area between Parma and Piacenza, with geology and fossils, and trails along the Stirone River.

An Art Nouveau masterpiece in the center of Salsomaggiore, currently visible only from the outside during a visit to the center of Salsomaggiore Terme.

12th-century Cistercian abbey, famous for its Corpus Christi flower festival.

One of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy: keep, patrol paths, and Romanesque parish church of San Giorgio.

Civic museum dedicated to Piacenzian fossils, twinned with the Solnhofen museum.

A thousand-year-old castle in the village of Scipione; guided tours available from March to November.

One of the most beautiful villages in Italy: Visconti fortress, monumental square, and museums.

Castle with moat and the 19th-century Camera Ottica; frescoes by Parmigianino.

Panoramic fortress with a relais spread throughout the village; tours and events available year-round.

The world's largest bamboo labyrinth, complete with museum and art collection. Created by renowned publisher Franco Maria Ricci.

Important Roman site with a forum, basilica, and food market; visits and educational opportunities.

Castle on a rocky outcrop with family-friendly trails and reenactments.