Piacenza
Piacenza, the "pretty one", is a real insider tip off the beaten tourist track. The city lies between the river Po and the Appenine mountain range and its unique microclimate is home to the world-famous pancetta, coppa and Salame Piacentino products, which are simply delicious.
The city also has a lot to offer in terms of culture. The Palazzo Farnese and its museums are a must-see. Carriage museum, weapons museum, glass and ceramics, sculptures, medieval frescoes, art gallery where you can marvel at Botticelli's Tondo and the archaeological museum. Piacenza is also known as "the city of 100 churches", and there is indeed a church to be discovered on almost every corner as you explore the city.
Highlights
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You should definitely try the "Tortelli con la coda", the dumplings filled with cream cheese (ricotta) and turnip leaves or spinach. A suitable red wine from the growing region around Piacenza is the "Gutturnio dei Colli Piacentini"
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Hiking or cycling is simply great in Piacenza. We recommend a hike in the direction of Bobbio, a picturesque old town with medieval flair. Or simply walk or cycle to your heart's content along the Trebbia river or through the surrounding valleys. Beautiful fortresses, churches and magnificent natural panoramas keep popping up.
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Giorgio Armani, one of the city's most prominent citizens, is of course not to be missed. His conviction: reduce in order to focus on the essentials.
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