Guidebooks Modena
An important historic centre, Modena attracts thousands of tourists every year, who flock here to admire its impressive Duomo, the high Ghirlandina Tower, which can be seen from nearly everywhere in the city, the sumptuous Ducal Palace and the nearby lively resorts. Not to be missed are Maranello, the seat of the famous Ferrari factory, the nearby circuit of Fiorano, the Renaissance city of Carpi and the beautiful old town of Vignola.
Sports enthusiasts and the lovers of nature will have the possibility to take advantage of the well-equipped ski slopes of Sestola and Fanano and to go for pleasant walks across the lush landscapes which surround the river Marano sul Panaro. Gourmets will have the possibility to enjoy targeted food and wine itineraries.
All the Guidebooks and Attractions of the Province
| Modena's Duomo |
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| The Duomo of Modena, an impressive white marble-faced building, stands out as a wonderful Romanesque masterpiece. The outstanding combination of sculptural and architectural patterns and the light and shade effects of its facade and arches make it one of the most appreciated buildings in Italy, as well as a famous UNESCO World Heritage Site. (more)... |
| Modena's Ghirlandina |
| The 86.12-metre-high so-called Ghirlandina, Modena's bell tower, gazes across the city from on high. Started in 1179, it was subsequently made higher and embellished with both Romanesque and Gothic architectural patterns. (more)... |
| Modena's Ducal Palace |
| Modena's Ducal Palace, which was realized in 1634, has been the residence of the Estense Court for over two centuries. Among its most beautiful rooms are the sumptuous Room of Honour and the Golden Hall, where Francis IV signed the death sentence of Ciro Menotti (the most representative personality of the insurrections of 1831). It is now the seat of the Military Academy. (more)... |
| Carpi and Lower Po Valley |
| Situated twenty kilometres far from Modena, the fascinating resort of Carpi features utmost profusion. Renaissance palaces, squares and monuments, Byzantine frescos and interesting museums make it an appreciated cultural destination for tourists from all over the world. (more)... |
| Castelfranco Emilia, Modena |
| Castelfranco is a medieval village which was founded by people from Bologna, the worst enemies of Modena's local inhabitants. Still today, Castelfranco's traditions and architectural patterns are more similar to Bologna's rather than Modena's ones. Castelfranco is the homeland of the tortellino, which is celebrated through a lively festival which takes place every year in September. (more)... |
| Castelnuovo Rangone, Modena |
| The ancient village of Castelnuovo Rangone, situated in the province of Modena, still retains original medieval houses, squares, churches, towers and merloned palaces. The modern area of the city gathers plenty of parks and children's playgrounds. (more)... |
| Castelvetro, Modena |
| Castelveltro is a small municipality situated in the province of Modena. It is renowned all over the world for its production of red and rosé DOC Lambrusco Grasparossa wine. Breathtaking panoramic views over the valley, the central Piazza Roma, impressive castles, Renaissance towers and the so-called Casa dei Lambruschi, the municipal wine cellar which is hosted in the vault of the Castle of Levizzano, make it an appreciated holiday destination. (more)... |
| Fiorano, Modena |
| Fiorano Modenese, a charming medieval village scattered with outstanding monuments and buildings, is famous all over the world for its important ceramic industry. It also hosts a dedicated museum, the Ceramic Museum, and is currently developing an ambitious cultural project, the so-called Manodopera, which is aimed at maintaining ancient artisan traditions. (more)... |
| Fiorano Circuit Modena |
| Fiorano's Circuit, which attracts large numbers of car and Ferrari enthusiasts, is situated a short distance from Maranello. This 3021-metre-long racetrack has been employed as the official testing track of Ferrari Granturismo since 1972, and has gathered the most famous cars and pilots of Ferrari's history. (more)... |
| Marano sul Panaro, Modena |
| The charming village of Marano sul Panaro is situated along the banks of the river Panaro, halfway between Modena's sweet hills and high peaks. Tourists will have the possibility to taste genuine local staples and explore the fascinating naturalistic area included in the Sassi di Roccamaltina Regional Park. (more)... |
| Sestola, Modena |
| Sestola, which is situated just in the heart of the popular district of Mount Cimone, is the most famous winter resort in the province of Modena. During winter, tourists will have the opportunity to take advantage of well-equipped facilities, while in summer they will have the possibility to go for pleasant excursions across the surrounding footpaths. Sestola also hosts a lush botanical garden and impressive medieval monuments, while the whole of the surrounding area is scattered with charming natural caves and interesting archaeological sites. (more)... |
| Fanano and Modena Apennines |
| Fanano, which is situated halfway between Bologna and Modena, lies just in the heart of the Regional Park of the High Modena Apennines. Fanano's city centre, which is situated a short distance from a popular winter resort, is surrounded by charming waterfalls, lush valleys and crystal-clear streams, and scattered with impressive stone monuments. (more)... |
| Vignola, the city of cherries |
| Vignola, a charming resort situated in the province of Modena which dates back to 826, is known as the City of Cherries, since it features a remarkable production of cherries and further fruits. The city's most representative landmark is its Fortress, which gazes across the old town from on high. Erected in the IX century, it was subsequently renovated and currently stands out as one of the major examples of defensive architecture in the region. (more)... |
| Maranello, the city of Ferrari |
| Maranello, which is easily accessible from Modena through charming scenic routes which cross gentle hills and picturesque villages, is famous all over the world for the car manufacturer it hosts, which was founded by Enzo Ferrari, moved here after World War II and still keeps attracting visitors from all over the world. A short distance from it is Galleria Ferrari, an outstanding exhibition gathering both historical and contemporary cars, interesting videos and further curiosities. (more)... |
| Modena's Museum Palace |
| Modena's Museum Palace gives visitors the possibility to go on an outstanding virtual journey into the city's most important historical and cultural vicissitudes and its most illustrious citizens. The Roman Epigraphic Museum, the Estense Library and Gallery, the precious collections of the Civic Museums and further interesting art displays bear witness to the glorious cultural and historical vicissitudes experienced by this beautiful city of Emilia-Romagna. (more)... |
| Sassuolo's Ducal Palace |
| In the Middle Ages, Sassuolo's Ducal Palace was a defensive bulwark. In the seventeenth century, the Duke Francesco I d'Este turned it into a sumptuous residence which was decorated with oustanding frescoes and precious masterpieces by internationally renowned artists. Visitors today will have the opportunity to admire its sumptuously decorated halls, wonderful inner staircase, elegant rooms, lush gardens and the so-called Peschiera or Fontanazzo. (more)... |
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