Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Emilia-Romagna Region
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Emilia-Romagna Region with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Emilia-Romagna Region area
This Emilia-Romagna Region map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Emilia-Romagna Region and surroundings
Italy - moving around the country
In large cities such as Milan or Rome, you will find an underground metro. You can buy tickets in kiosks or inside the subway. At peak hours, trains run every two to three minutes. At other times and on weekends, the frequency of the underground transport can vary within 7 minutes. The fare in most of Rome’s subway lines is approximately 2 euros. The quality of the road surface in Italy is at a very high level. Therefore, quite often, tourists decide to rent a car. It can be selected in advance before arriving in Italy, or on the spot. A one-day car rental at the airport in Milan will cost at least 80 euros. Please note that many autobahns in the country are on a paid basis. The average fare is 30 euros. An alternative will be to travel by bike. In large cities, you will find bicycle paths of quite decent quality which are laid along all the central roads of the city. Also quite a popular mode of transportation is suburban trains and international trains. There are even high-speed passenger express trains. The fare depends on the class of the train and the distance of the trip.
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Nature and parks of Italy
Vesuvius National Park located east of Naples, is a zone of enormous significance both historically and geologically. Throughout the park, research work is still ongoing. The park, named after one of Europe's most famous and active volcanoes, became a haven for six hundred and ten species of plants, with forty percent of them originating from the Mediterranean. More than a hundred species of birds live in the green zone, the number of which increases during the migratory season. Above the blooming fields flutter large, bright colored butterflies, thereby betraying the special charm of the park. A funicular and a trail for backpackers are laid to the crater of Vesuvius. … Open
Photogallery of Emilia-Romagna Region sights
Our guide to Emilia-Romagna Region
Best beaches
For more than 50 years, the resort of Riccione has being enjoying popularity among young travelers. It is designed for those who prefer to have fun not only at the daytime, but also at night. Local beaches are perfect for active sports and entertainment and their infrastructure deserves the highest praise. In addition to first-class sports centers, you can find an incredible amount of colorful bars, nightclubs and … Open 
Shopping, streets and outlets
Every other weekend there is a flea market near the San Stefano basilica in Bologna. There you can buy paintings, bags, old press, carvings, and even furniture. The gardeners should visit Albinelly market in Modena – you will find flowers of all shapes and sizes here. At the Trento Trieste square in Ferrara on a Saturday you can buy almost everything, from food to brand clothes. If you want to buy a porcelain … Open
Emilia-Romagna Region for children - what to visit
Mirabilandia – is the best amusement park in Italy, which loses to Disneyland probably only by size. There are almost four dozens rides for any taste in the park. Besides, there are stuntmen shows, a working ice theatre, and stunning fireworks at night. In Atlantic, near Milano-Marittima, you can swim really close to marine creatures. There is also a pool with artificial waves and slides for any taste. A … Open
Travel guide to Emilia-Romagna Region
Even if you fail to visit the region during the major gastronomic event, local restaurants and cafes are always ready to offer local delicacies and traditional national dishes. Various sorts of Parma ham and locally produced cheese remain the most popular “eatable” souvenirs that tourists like to take home. The region is also famous for its excellent balsamic vinegar. Every town in the Emilia-Romagna region has … Open
Traditions and mentality of Emilia-Romagna Region
From September until November there is an unforgettable feast for the gourmet – the Food and Wine Festival. “Open Farm” event will not only give you an opportunity to learn all the details about farming, but you can also take care of animals and plants. Every April there is a medieval parade and a festival in Grazzano. They also host a Sausage Festival. Ravenna music festival, magical Witches’ night, … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Though, not only spirits are great here. Try Aranciata, a natural analog to the well-known Fanta. Some order Crodino for an aperitif. The producer does not reveal the contamination, so be careful if you have allergies. Sanbitte, which is popular among the youth, is quite interesting. A bitter Chinotto will suit those, who are tired of too many sweet things. Those, who like coffee, should remember that it is almost … Open
