Full Day Canossa Castle Tour with Local Flavors
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2 Ratings
Reggio Emilia
Embark on a full-day tour of Canossa Castle, exploring its ruins and enjoying panoramic views. Visit the medieval hamlet of Votigno and indulge in the flavors of Emilian cuisine at a countryside farmhouse. Join us for a day of history, culture, and local flavors!
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Caseificio Il Boiardo - Our first stop will be at the Parmigiano Reggiano dairy farm, where we will witness the production process and have a guided tasting of the famous cheese. During the visit, you will have the opportunity to observe the production of this cheese king and take some great photos with your friends and family surrounded by thousands of wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano.
  • Aceto Balsamico Cavalli - Our second stop will be at an “Acetaia” where you will learn about the production process of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar and enjoy a guided tasting. The production process of Balsamic Vinegar is incredibly fascinating, and our local guides will help you understand how to use it to impress your friends and family at home.
  • Podere Musiara di Benassi Filippo - We will be visiting a local organic farm located in the Apennines. At the farm, you will enjoy a farm-to-table lunch made only with locally sourced ingredients. You will have the opportunity to take a leisurely stroll with the farm’s owner, meet free-range animals and soak in the stunning view of the Apennines mountain range. Lunch will consist of a stuffed ravioli main dish and a secondary or starter course, which is usually made up of cured meats with cheeses or grilled meat. There is also a vegetarian option available. The meal includes water, coffee, and a glass of local wine.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Admission to the archaeological site
What's Not Included
  • Gratuites
Additional Information

Join us in Canossa, a domain steeped in myths and folklore, adorned with magical castles and timeless villages. Our journey will be helmed by Matilde, a symbol of female empowerment from the medieval era.

Our exploration begins amidst the remnants of Canossa’s Castle, majestically perched atop a sandstone rock. With good weather, the castle offers a panoramic view of the valley and the distant Apennines mountain range. The tour grants you entry to this historic castle.

Upon finishing our castle tour, we’ll travel by car to the ancient village of Votigno, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Presently, this quaint hamlet serves as a Buddhist meditation and prayer center, welcoming all faiths.

The final stop of our journey lands us at a rural farmhouse where we’ll savor iconic dishes from Emilian cuisine, engage with local producers, and enjoy some downtime in the great outdoors. Please note, lunch is not included in the tour cost, however, arrangements have been made for special deals with the local producers.

  • Tour duration is travel time included
Location
Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi, 4
Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi
The meeting point will be in front of the Central station of Reggio Emilia. We can consider a different pick-up point, based on the client's request.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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861jelleh
Aug 17, 2023
Amazing experience with amazing people - We had a great time being out in the Apennines with Alessandro. He picked is up with his car at the trainstation of Reggio Emilia and from there we started our tour. Alessandro is a great guy. It really feels like you are out with a friend, even if you haven’t met him before. He shows great interest in his tourguests. It’s great to experience his enthousiasm and passion to show you his region. It is so genuine and you cannot help but get enthousiastic yourself about everything the region has to offer. I liked the diversity of the tour. We started in a cheese factory, and we ended with a hike. The fact that we were with just four people and Alessandro made it feel very intimate, and, again, like you are out with friends. The couple that was with us on the tour already invited me to their house in Italy! To conclude, I really recommend to go on a tour with Alessandro if you want to get to know the region and it’s food, nature and history and want to be in the company of great people!
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Sarah_l
Aug 1, 2023
Amazing day tour,... - Amazing day tour, especially if you want to get to see the countryside. Very accommodating and knowledgeable about the region's history. I definitely recommend adding on the lunch option the food was some of the best we had on our trip.
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