The best traffic-free bike rides around Terenzo

The Val Baganza viewpoint is located on the hills of Barbiano, in the municipality of Felino (PR), precisely at Via Ricò, 19. This position is considered one of the best panoramic terraces in the province of Parma. In addition to this specific point, the Val Baganza offers other exceptional natural and historical viewpoints: Barbiano Viewpoint (Felino): Located on Via Ricò. It offers a clear and open view of the hills and the stream. Monte Bastia and Torre del Boriano (San Vitale Baganza): An easy hiking trail of about an hour starting from Ponticella di San Vitale. Salti del Diavolo Viewpoint (Chiastre di Calestano): Along the CAI 771 trail leading to the famous rock formations. Alta Val Baganza Ridge (Passo della Cisa / Berceto): For high-altitude trekking lovers, the trails connecting Poggio di Berceto to Monte Fontanini offer spectacular 360-degree views that unite Val Baganza with the nearby Val Parma.

Romanesque parish church of great historical interest, the bas-reliefs on the facade are interesting

Respiccio is a small Italian hilly hamlet of just 118 inhabitants, located in the municipality of Fornovo di Taro, in the province of Parma (Emilia-Romagna region). The village is situated at an altitude of 192 meters above sea level on the first foothills of the Parma Apennines, along the road connecting Fornovo di Taro to Calestano.

Val Baganza is a valley in the Parma Apennines carved by the Baganza stream, which extends for about 50 kilometers from its source on Mount Borgognone to its confluence with the Parma stream. It is a territory rich in history, medieval villages, unspoiled nature, and food and wine excellences. The Devil's Jumps: Spectacular narrow and elongated rock formations that cut across the valley, ideal for hiking

A must-see when passing through Calestano

Beautiful and easy to visit. It is easily accessible from the road.

The Sanctuary of Santa Lucia is a Catholic place of worship with Baroque architecture, located on Via Santa Lucia in Santa Lucia, a hamlet of Medesano, in the province and diocese of Parma. It is the seat of a parish in the pastoral area of Pedemontana. HISTORY The original place of worship was built in the Middle Ages; the earliest evidence of its existence dates back to 1354, when the Ecclesia Sancte Lucie de Varano Marchionum was mentioned in the Ratio Decimarum of the diocese of Parma among the dependencies of the church of San Giorgio Martire of Varano dei Marchesi, within the jurisdiction of the parish of Fornovo. In 1565, the temple was rebuilt. On May 13, 1607, the church was solemnly consecrated by the Bishop of Fidenza, Giovanni Giorgio Linati, and two years later it was elevated to the status of an independent parish church. Between 1731 and 1794, the place of worship was completely rebuilt in Baroque style; the rectory was also built adjacent to it. On October 21, 1952, the church was elevated to the status of a diocesan sanctuary dedicated to the virgin and martyr Saint Lucy. Around 1960, the church underwent restoration work. SOURCE and other information: https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santuario_di_Santa_Lucia_(Medesano)

Felino Castle is located in the hills between the Parma and Baganza rivers in Emilia, a manor surrounded by a wide, deep moat and defended by imposing bastions. You will enter an elegant and charming atmosphere in the interior rooms and enchanting outdoor spaces, where summer events can be held, illuminated by the vibrant light of torches and the romantic glow of the moon. The main courtyard is accessed via a bridge over a wide moat. The bridge, now fixed but a drawbridge until the 19th century, was the castle's last defense against invaders. The dark bronze door, once opened, reveals a bright, luminous courtyard overlooked by porticoes and galleries that, over time, have replaced the ancient accesses to the patrol walkways. The high walls, defensive towers, and mighty keep are surrounded by a lawn whose position and shape resemble a terrace overlooking the hills and the plains stretching below the castle. Today, after over twenty years of careful restoration, it can be admired in all its splendor. Its nighttime illumination is so evocative and powerful that it can be seen from kilometers away. SOURCE: https://castelliemiliaromagna.it/it/s/felino/6005-castello_di_felino/ HISTORY of the castle and other information; https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castello_di_Felino