What to do near Volpara, PV

Olgisio Rock

It is a fortified complex located on a steep cliff between the Tidone and Chiarone valleys in the municipality of Pianello Val Tidone. Beautiful interiors and views can be enjoyed from here.

Hermitage of St. Albert of Butrio

A peaceful place to step into medieval spirituality

The shelter of San Colombano al Lambro

In St. Columba there is still a rare example of a 13th-century shelter, a place intended to protect the inhabitants and food supplies from outside threats.

Grazzano Visconti and the unreal magic of the 15th century

The city Nuov'antica

Romanesque parish church of Viguzzolo

The small parish church, simple and solemn, has accompanied the lives of the people of Viguzzolo for centuries. Inside, one can immerse oneself in a timeless spirituality by descending all the way to its crypt.

The Romanesque Basilica of St. Euphemia, in Piacenza

Beautiful Romanesque church with spectacular three-arched entrance and extraordinary capitals; on the left, evil, with monstrous beings; on the right, good, with heavenly vegetation. Solemn interior.

Piacenza, the Gothic Palace

Piacenza sports the most beautiful town hall in the Po Valley. It dates from the late 13th century and stands out in the midst of the bustling square with its mighty pillars, Gothic arches and snow-white marble.

The Basilica of Sant'Antonino in Piacenza

The great basilica with the most beautiful bell tower in the city, and the atrium of Paradise

San Sisto, beautiful Renaissance church in Piacenza

The 18th-century façade conceals a bright early Renaissance interior with beautiful panelled barrel ceiling and frescoed dome. The inlaid chancel is splendid.

The cathedral of Piacenza, from the dome to the crypt

One of the most beautiful medieval buildings in the Po Valley, rich in frescoes and curiosities