Hidden treasures among art, wine and Parmigiano Reggiano in Parma surroundings

Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Duration4h
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

About 10 km southwards from Parma, close to its delightful hills, you will discover the art of making Parmigiano cheese in a historical surrounding, where ancient and noble families have crossed their fates. Near the magnificent Rocca Sanvitale in Sala Baganza, you will reach the old cellar which has become seat of an intriguing wine museum.

Options

Private tour without transfer
Complete private tour

Private car or minivan
Pickup included

What's included

  • Entrance ticket to Rocca San Vitale and wine museum
  • A private qualified tour guide
  • Tasting of three different seasonings of Parmigiano
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. 1h · Admission ticket included
    The dairy seat has been designed by a well-known Italian ecosustainable architect and it is surrounded by a Natural Park where you will have the chance to witness the breeding of 580 dairy cows; after the tour, during which you will learn all the steps about the cheese production, you will taste 3 different seasonings of Parmigiano Reggiano.
  2. Rocca di Sala Baganza
    45m · Admission ticket included
    This enchanting castle belonged to ancient families, such as Sanvitale, Farnese and finally Borbone. It was also used by Duchess Maria Luigia, Napoleon's wife. The gorgeous interiors are decorated with frescoes by Ercole Procaccini and Cesare Baglione
  3. Museo del Vino
    30m · Admission ticket included
    The museum is locadd in the ancient cellar of Rocca Sanvitale and provides an immersive experience, from archeology to the grape harvest tools.

Meeting and pickup

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Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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