Borgo medievale

Bazzano

Valsamoggia, circa 20 km da Bologna

Bazzano: storia, orari e consigli per la visita.

History

Bazzano, a hamlet of the municipality of Valsamoggia, preserves a medieval old town dominated by the Rocca dei Bentivoglio, a 13th-century fortress that was the residence of the powerful Bolognese family during the Renaissance.

Did you know…

  • The Rocca dei Bentivoglio is named after the family that dominated Bologna for much of the 15th century.

Practical information

HoursRocca dei Bentivoglio: hours vary according to ongoing events and exhibitions, check with the Municipality of Valsamoggia.
TicketFree access to the village; any exhibitions at the Rocca with a specific ticket.
AccessibilityMostly flat old town.
Getting thereBy car from Bologna via the SP569, about 30 minutes.

Tips for your visit

  • Check the Rocca's events calendar: it often hosts notable temporary exhibitions.

Frequently asked questions

A 13th-century fortress in Bazzano, once belonging to the Bentivoglio family, now hosting exhibitions and cultural events.