Casola Valsenio, bycicles stories
From Il Cardello, house museum, to Senio River. Then uphill west of town and get back into Casola Valsenio and Cardello. Please note: bridge over Senio river at km 3,1 and an intense but short climb (300m) at km 9,9.
Start: Parking of Cardello House Museum
Length: 12,5 km
Difference in height: 450 m
Duration: about 2.30h
Difficulty: medium
To see
Il Cardello House Museum (1), where writer Alfredo Oriani lived most of his life, is a rare example of a noble home from IX century. Alfredo Oriani is considered father of cyclo-tourism, as in 1897 left for a long trip on his bycicle and got inspired for his most famous book “La bicicletta”. His bike is visible at the House Museum.
Garden of the Herbs is a botanical garden focused on officinal plants, hosting more than 500 varieties.
Valsenio Abbey (3) dates back to XI century.
Book an experience
Guided visit to Cardello House Museum.
Garden of the Herbs (2) offers guided visits to discover the secrets of the plants and workshop on distillation and infusion preparations. Not to miss: themed menus dedicated to aromatic herbs, edible flowers and forgotten fruits, , proposed by restaurants in Casola Valsenio.
Info and booking
+ 39 0542 25413
+39 0546 71044
info@imolafaenza.it
