{"id":9566,"date":"2024-02-28T12:26:15","date_gmt":"2024-02-28T11:26:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/?page_id=9566"},"modified":"2024-10-07T12:03:28","modified_gmt":"2024-10-07T10:03:28","slug":"piacentino","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/destinations\/piacentino\/","title":{"rendered":"Piacentino"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">&lt;&lt; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/atlas\/europe\/southern-europe\/italy\/northeast-italy\/emilia-romagna\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Emilia-Romagna<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Piacentino is the territory of the Province of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/destinations\/piacenza\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Piacenza<\/a>, the westernmost province of Emilia-Romagna. This region is mostly occupied by hills and mountains, that stretch all the way to the border with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/atlas\/europe\/southern-europe\/italy\/northwest-italy\/lombardy\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Lombardy<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/atlas\/europe\/southern-europe\/italy\/northwest-italy\/piedmont\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Piedmont<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/atlas\/europe\/southern-europe\/italy\/northwest-italy\/liguria\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Liguria<\/a>. Meanwhile, the northern part of the province is part of the Po Valley. Among the various beautiful small towns here, the main attractions can be found in Bobbio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div style=\"border: 1px solid #8ed1fc; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-5091338b-7c39-44c1-a165-4dea1d751486\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-862f2dc3-2fc6-4425-9060-f0b151c3c752\">Places to see in the Piacentino<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-aioseo-table-of-contents\"><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#bobbio\">Bobbio<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#bobbio-abbey\">\u272a Bobbio Abbey<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#bobbio-cathedral\">Bobbio Cathedral<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#ponte-gobbo\">Ponte Gobbo<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#malaspina-dal-verme-castle\">Malaspina-Dal Verme Castle<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#sanctuary-of-santa-maria-in-monte-penice\">Sanctuary of Santa Maria in Monte Penice<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#lugagnano-val-darda\">Lugagnano Val d\u2019Arda<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#archaeological-area-of-veleia\">Archaeological Area of Veleia<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#castellarquato\">Castell\u2019Arquato<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#rocca-viscontea\">Rocca Viscontea<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#collegiata-of-castellarquato\">Collegiata of Castell&#8217;Arquato<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#vigoleno\">Vigoleno<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#vigoleno-castle\">Vigoleno Castle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#san-pietro-in-cerro\">San Pietro in Cerro<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#san-pietro-in-cerro-castle\">San Pietro in Cerro Castle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#villanova-sullarda\">Villanova sull\u2019Arda<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#villa-verdi\">Villa Verdi<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bobbio\"><strong>Bobbio<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bobbio is a small town among the mountains in the Province of Piacenza, near the border with Lombardy, Piedmont, and Liguria. Founded in ancient times, it emerged as a major religious center in the Early Middle Ages thanks to its powerful abbey. The town was the most important settlement in the area for centuries, and it was influenced by the culture of all the surrounding regions. Over its history, it was ruled by many different powers, finally becoming part of the Kingdom of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/atlas\/europe\/southern-europe\/italy\/insular-italy\/sardinia\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Sardinia<\/a> in the 18th century. After the Italian unification, its territory was initially moved to the Province of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/destinations\/pavese\/#pavia\" class=\"ek-link\">Pavia<\/a>, and then split between Lombardy, Liguria, and Emilia-Romagna. Bobbio is now a tourist destination thanks to its rich cultural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_531bdf5f-044d-4034-a71a-82e148269269\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bobbio-abbey\"><strong>\u272a Bobbio Abbey<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Also known as: Abbey of San Colombano (<em>Abbazia di San Colombano<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bobbio Abbey (<em>Abbazia di Bobbio<\/em>) was founded in 614 by Saint Columbanus. Over the following centuries, the power of this abbey grew with the acquisition of many territories in Northern Italy, becoming the most important religious center in the region, also featuring a rich library. Its power later declined, and the monastery was closed in 1803. The complex now includes a Renaissance church hosting various artworks, mosaics, and relics. The museums located here display exhibitions on local history and religious art, along with a collection of contemporary artworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Piazza S. Colombano, 29022 Bobbio PC<br>Coordinates: 44.7679, 9.3851<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/1gd53LZE5JGzcDgb6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_8b216b21-a154-4378-9fff-d27b7526bf00\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bobbio-cathedral\"><strong><strong>Bobbio Cathedral<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bobbio Cathedral (<em>Duomo di Bobbio<\/em>) is a Romanesque church erected starting in the 11th century. The building features both a bell tower and a clock tower, and it houses some ancient decorations and artworks. The <strong>Diocesan Museum of Bobbio<\/strong> (<em>Museo Diocesano di Bobbio<\/em>), which hosts a collection of religious artworks, is adjacent to the Cathedral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Piazza Duomo, 29022 Bobbio PC<br>Coordinates: 44.7672, 9.3877<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/SfyvFcnwpA3DRRnX9\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_d870d543-de4e-400a-9d02-607f736c851b\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ponte-gobbo\"><strong><strong>Ponte Gobbo<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Also known as: Ponte Vecchio<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ponte Gobbo is an ancient bridge crossing the Trebbia river in Bobbio. Originally built by the Romans, the current structure probably dates from the Early Middle Ages, but it has been reworked and repaired a few times. The bridge is known for its unequal arches and it is regarded as a symbol of Bobbio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Ponte Vecchio, 29022 Bobbio PC<br>Coordinates: 44.7672, 9.3915<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/SYURbbio6fRitrWA8\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_3cd49270-3b4e-4acc-ae01-0a1c0601f60c\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"malaspina-dal-verme-castle\"><strong><strong>Malaspina-Dal Verme Castle<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Malaspina-Dal Verme Castle is a fortress in Bobbio, erected in the 14th century over previous fortifications, and later expanded. The castle was abandoned for a long time, but now it has been restored and some areas can be visited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Str. del Torrino, 1\/3, 29022 Bobbio PC<br>Coordinates: 44.7679, 9.3830<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/YEY1nhb1ZaECxvH28\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_d8b2f87f-d587-4d6a-bbf2-fcec780470f4\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sanctuary-of-santa-maria-in-monte-penice\"><strong><strong>Sanctuary of Santa Maria in Monte Penice<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sanctuary of Santa Maria in Monte Penice is a church of medieval origins located at the summit of Monte Penice, west of Bobbio, at the border between Emilia-Romagna and Lombardy. Thanks to its position, it offers a great panoramic view on the surrounding mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Localit\u00e0 Penice Vetta, 29022 Bobbio PC<br>Coordinates: 44.7851, 9.3179<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/ueXj94wa7MBHNDmS9\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_6dae5399-0b69-4256-97a3-bcc9d8434f54\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lugagnano-val-darda\"><strong>Lugagnano Val d\u2019Arda<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lugagnano Val d&#8217;Arda is a small town in the hills of the Province of Piacenza, just south of Castell&#8217;Arquato. The village has its origins in the Middle Ages, but the ancient Roman town of Veleia was once located in this area.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_aebfd7be-28f1-4b01-a48d-b036a9b51b9c\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"archaeological-area-of-veleia\"><strong><strong>Archaeological Area of Veleia<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Veleia was an ancient Roman town, known at the time for its thermal baths. The settlement later declined and it disappeared before the Middle Ages. Veleia was rediscovered in the 18th century and the excavations have brought to light many ancient objects and inscriptions. Some of the archaeological findings unearthed here are displayed in a small antiquarium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Veleia Romana, 29018 Lugagnano Val d&#8217;Arda PC<br>Coordinates: 44.7853, 9.7218<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/QDRzAMzBZZog5BHT8\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_e77afb63-2194-41e8-a4cc-0b2f46d67b0f\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"castellarquato\"><strong>Castell\u2019Arquato<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Castell&#8217;Arquato is a small town at the foot of the hills in the Province of Piacenza. During the Middle Ages, the town emerged as an important fortified position and a small lordship. Castell&#8217;Arquato was an independent village for a few decades, before joining the Duchy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/destinations\/parma\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Parma<\/a> and Piacenza in 1707. The town still features many historic buildings.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_86e9a755-5aab-4dbe-b8b2-a9407e089a8d\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rocca-viscontea\"><strong>Rocca Viscontea<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Rocca Viscontea is a historic medieval fortress built in the 14th century over some previous fortifications. The castle features a well-preserved tower and it hosts a museum displaying the history of Castell&#8217;Arquato during the Middle Ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Giardini Giovanni Paolo, 3, 29014 Castell&#8217;Arquato PC<br>Coordinates: 44.8507, 9.8675<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/Ekwjuzu6j4vYoUiUA\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_beebb455-5cec-4898-a3f0-91853b5735af\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"collegiata-of-castellarquato\"><strong><strong>Collegiata of Castell&#8217;Arquato<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Collegiata is the main church of Castell&#8217;Arquato, erected in the 12th century on the site of a previous place of worship. The church was reworked a few times, but it still features many of its medieval characteristics and chapels adorned with ancient frescoes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Piazza del Municipio, 7, 29014 Castell&#8217;Arquato PC<br>Coordinates: 44.8509, 9.8669<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/TLPyAST4tFwyUPso7\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_407943d0-eac3-4751-9ba0-25dd948379d9\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vigoleno\"><strong>Vigoleno<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vigoleno is a fortified medieval hamlet located on top of a hill in the Province of Piacenza, part of the municipality of Vernasca.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_cfb10c09-e3a5-4dd6-ad2d-83efeb2e73ed\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vigoleno-castle\"><strong><strong>Vigoleno Castle<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vigoleno Castle is a well-preserved fortified complex erected during the Late Middle Ages. The castle includes an ancient church and historic houses, surrounded by imposing walls. Thanks to its position, the fortress also offers great views of the nearby hills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Frazione Vigoleno, 29010 Vernasca PC<br>Coordinates: 44.8167, 9.9008<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/rcURiNTAoyTqnvfX8\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_74538a28-f5fc-4759-8189-b20427f9e99a\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"san-pietro-in-cerro\"><strong>San Pietro in Cerro<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>San Pietro in Cerro is a hamlet in the countryside of the Province of Piacenza, best known for its historic fortress.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_26f69de5-dfdc-436e-90d7-7831ee9f65a1\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"san-pietro-in-cerro-castle\"><strong><strong>San Pietro in Cerro Castle<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Castle of San Pietro in Cerro is a fortified palace erected during the 15th century. The fortress hosts the <strong>MiM-Museum in Motion<\/strong>, a collection of hundreds of modern and contemporary artworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Roma, 19, 29010 San Pietro In Cerro PC<br>Coordinates: 45.0225, 9.9499<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/gf3X4ju6BqgFMMnr7\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_5d52498e-25d8-40d5-be33-c4c217900c37\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"villanova-sullarda\"><strong>Villanova sull\u2019Arda<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Villanova sull&#8217;Arda is a tiny town in the countryside of the Province of Piacenza, located close to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/destinations\/bassa-parmense\/#busseto\" class=\"ek-link\">Busseto<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_538d09f8-43ba-45df-a342-9bd708431e04\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"villa-verdi\"><strong><strong>Villa Verdi<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Villa Verdi is the former estate house of composer Giuseppe Verdi, located in the hamlet of Sant&#8217;Agata, in the countryside between Villanova d&#8217;Arda and Busseto. The villa was built in the 19th century and it still belongs to some members of the Verdi family. Some rooms have been turned into a museum and can be visited, such as the bedroom and the study of the great composer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Giuseppe Verdi, 22, 29010 Sant&#8217;Agata PC<br>Coordinates: 45.0056, 10.0362<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/f15b4KwkDjddZgZc8\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&lt;&lt; Emilia-Romagna The Piacentino is the territory of the Province of Piacenza, the westernmost province of Emilia-Romagna. This region is mostly occupied by hills and mountains, that stretch all the way to the border with Lombardy, Piedmont, and Liguria. Meanwhile, the northern part of the province is part of the Po Valley. Among the various beautiful small towns here, the main attractions can be found in Bobbio. Bobbio Bobbio is a small town among the mountains in the Province of Piacenza, near the border with Lombardy, Piedmont, and Liguria. Founded in ancient times, it emerged as a major religious center in the Early Middle Ages thanks to its powerful abbey. The town was the most important settlement in the area for centuries, and it was influenced by the culture of all the surrounding regions. Over its history, it was ruled by many different powers, finally becoming part of the Kingdom of Sardinia in the 18th century. After the Italian unification, its territory was initially moved to the Province of Pavia, and then split between Lombardy, Liguria, and Emilia-Romagna. Bobbio is now a tourist destination thanks to its rich cultural heritage. \u272a Bobbio Abbey Also known as: Abbey of San Colombano (Abbazia di San Colombano) The Bobbio Abbey (Abbazia di Bobbio) was founded in 614 by Saint Columbanus. Over the following centuries, the power of this abbey grew with the acquisition of many territories in Northern Italy, becoming the most important religious center in the region, also featuring a rich library. Its power later declined, and the monastery was closed in 1803. The complex now includes a Renaissance church hosting various artworks, mosaics, and relics. The museums located here display exhibitions on local history and religious art, along with a collection of contemporary artworks. Address: Piazza S. Colombano, 29022 Bobbio PCCoordinates: 44.7679, 9.3851 Google Maps Bobbio Cathedral The Bobbio Cathedral (Duomo di Bobbio) is a Romanesque church erected starting in the 11th century. The building features both a bell tower and a clock tower, and it houses some ancient decorations and artworks. The Diocesan Museum of Bobbio (Museo Diocesano di Bobbio), which hosts a collection of religious artworks, is adjacent to the Cathedral. Address: Piazza Duomo, 29022 Bobbio PCCoordinates: 44.7672, 9.3877 Google Maps Ponte Gobbo Also known as: Ponte Vecchio Ponte Gobbo is an ancient bridge crossing the Trebbia river in Bobbio. Originally built by the Romans, the current structure probably dates from the Early Middle Ages, but it has been reworked and repaired a few times. The bridge is known for its unequal arches and it is regarded as a symbol of Bobbio. Address: Ponte Vecchio, 29022 Bobbio PCCoordinates: 44.7672, 9.3915 Google Maps Malaspina-Dal Verme Castle The Malaspina-Dal Verme Castle is a fortress in Bobbio, erected in the 14th century over previous fortifications, and later expanded. The castle was abandoned for a long time, but now it has been restored and some areas can be visited. Address: Str. del Torrino, 1\/3, 29022 Bobbio PCCoordinates: 44.7679, 9.3830 Google Maps Sanctuary of Santa Maria in Monte Penice The Sanctuary of Santa Maria in Monte Penice is a church of medieval origins located at the summit of Monte Penice, west of Bobbio, at the border between Emilia-Romagna and Lombardy. Thanks to its position, it offers a great panoramic view on the surrounding mountains. Address: Localit\u00e0 Penice Vetta, 29022 Bobbio PCCoordinates: 44.7851, 9.3179 Google Maps Lugagnano Val d\u2019Arda Lugagnano Val d&#8217;Arda is a small town in the hills of the Province of Piacenza, just south of Castell&#8217;Arquato. The village has its origins in the Middle Ages, but the ancient Roman town of Veleia was once located in this area. Archaeological Area of Veleia Veleia was an ancient Roman town, known at the time for its thermal baths. The settlement later declined and it disappeared before the Middle Ages. Veleia was rediscovered in the 18th century and the excavations have brought to light many ancient objects and inscriptions. Some of the archaeological findings unearthed here are displayed in a small antiquarium. Address: Veleia Romana, 29018 Lugagnano Val d&#8217;Arda PCCoordinates: 44.7853, 9.7218 Google Maps Castell\u2019Arquato Castell&#8217;Arquato is a small town at the foot of the hills in the Province of Piacenza. During the Middle Ages, the town emerged as an important fortified position and a small lordship. Castell&#8217;Arquato was an independent village for a few decades, before joining the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza in 1707. The town still features many historic buildings. Rocca Viscontea Rocca Viscontea is a historic medieval fortress built in the 14th century over some previous fortifications. The castle features a well-preserved tower and it hosts a museum displaying the history of Castell&#8217;Arquato during the Middle Ages. Address: Giardini Giovanni Paolo, 3, 29014 Castell&#8217;Arquato PCCoordinates: 44.8507, 9.8675 Google Maps Collegiata of Castell&#8217;Arquato The Collegiata is the main church of Castell&#8217;Arquato, erected in the 12th century on the site of a previous place of worship. The church was reworked a few times, but it still features many of its medieval characteristics and chapels adorned with ancient frescoes. Address: Piazza del Municipio, 7, 29014 Castell&#8217;Arquato PCCoordinates: 44.8509, 9.8669 Google Maps Vigoleno Vigoleno is a fortified medieval hamlet located on top of a hill in the Province of Piacenza, part of the municipality of Vernasca. Vigoleno Castle The Vigoleno Castle is a well-preserved fortified complex erected during the Late Middle Ages. The castle includes an ancient church and historic houses, surrounded by imposing walls. Thanks to its position, the fortress also offers great views of the nearby hills. Address: Frazione Vigoleno, 29010 Vernasca PCCoordinates: 44.8167, 9.9008 Google Maps San Pietro in Cerro San Pietro in Cerro is a hamlet in the countryside of the Province of Piacenza, best known for its historic fortress. San Pietro in Cerro Castle The Castle of San Pietro in Cerro is a fortified palace erected during the 15th century. The fortress hosts the MiM-Museum in Motion, a collection of hundreds of modern and contemporary artworks. Address: Via Roma, 19, 29010 San Pietro In Cerro PCCoordinates: 45.0225, 9.9499 Google Maps&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":932,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_editorskit_title_hidden":false,"_editorskit_reading_time":0,"_editorskit_is_block_options_detached":false,"_editorskit_block_options_position":"{}","om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","advgb_blocks_editor_width":"","advgb_blocks_columns_visual_guide":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-9566","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"aioseo_notices":[],"featured_image_src":null,"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":false,"thumbnail":false,"medium":false,"medium_large":false,"large":false,"1536x1536":false,"2048x2048":false,"trp-custom-language-flag":false,"xs-thumb":false,"post-thumbnail":false,"minimalistblogger-grid":false,"minimalistblogger-slider":false,"minimalistblogger-small":false},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"Stefano Cammisa","author_link":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/author\/stefano-cammisa\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"&lt;&lt; Emilia-Romagna The Piacentino is the territory of the Province of Piacenza, the westernmost province of Emilia-Romagna. This region is mostly occupied by hills and mountains, that stretch all the way to the border with Lombardy, Piedmont, and Liguria. Meanwhile, the northern part of the province is part of the Po Valley. 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