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If you believe that intact hamlets, uncontaminated nature, good food, and kindness are essential elements for a happy holiday, you are in the right place.<\/p>\n

I leave you with my travel itinerary to discover the Romagna Apennines known as Romagna Toscana.<\/p>\n

\"Italian<\/p>\n

Romagna Toscana<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Or Florentine Romagna: this is a historical region of Italy, so-called because although culturally Romagna, has historically been governed, since the end of the fifteenth century, by Florence.<\/p>\n

In the 1930s, the Fascist regime changed the administrative borders of many Italian provinces and decided to take some municipalities away from Florence to enlarge the province of Forl\u00ec.<\/p>\n

In these places, still today, you’ll hear to speak dialect or with a Romagnolo accent, sometimes mixed with Tuscan; again, here you’ll eat -especially- Romagna cuisine, even in the Tuscan part, and you’ll find a particular atmosphere.<\/p>\n

The 15 municipalities o the Tuscan Romagna area are divided among the provinces of Forl\u00ec, Arezzo, and Florence and are all perched on the Apennines. The summer means lush woods and cool weather; instead autumn foliage, and chestnuts.<\/p>\n

I knew these places since I was a child when I come with my family for local festivals, trips, and Sunday lunches. After many years, we decided to spend our summer holidays here.<\/p>\n

We couldn’t have made a better choice.<\/p>\n

\"Romagna<\/p>\n

Travel Itinerary:
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\nTredozio, Modigliana, Monte Busca, il vulcanello (volcano of Romagna), Portico di Romagna, Marradi<\/strong><\/h5>\n
Where to sleep<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Traveling with a dog, we often prefer farmhouses or B&Bs where we find independent flats that provide independence and comfort as breakfast or a swimming pool.<\/p>\n

Among the sites I use most often are agriturismi.it<\/a> and Italian Historic Houses<\/a>. On these sites, you can find both rooms and flats.<\/p>\n

We found our corner of paradise at Agriville La Collina<\/strong> in Tredozio. A perfect place where you can spend an afternoon reading a book at the pool, watch the dog walk free around, drink a glass of wine lulled by the wind. And from where to set off on walks, without moving the car, or excursions to discover the area.<\/p>\n

The property includes Villa Vespignani, which is part of the Fai circuit and can be visited. Don’t miss the small garden all’Italiana<\/em>, where the colors of ancient varieties of dahlias will amaze you, the private chapel, and the 16th-century manor house.<\/p>\n

\"Italian<\/p>\n

\"Discovering<\/p>\n

Tredozio<\/strong><\/h5>\n

A small, authentic hamlet.
\nEnjoy it slowly.<\/p>\n

Stroll along the main street, don’t miss Palazzo Fantini<\/strong>, in the square, or follow the path along the river.<\/p>\n

If you have the possibility, go shopping at the local butcher Giorgio’s (where you will also find ready-made dishes. My tip is to taste vitello tonnato and chicken croquettes. But it’s all good!). Or buy fruit, vegetables, and eggs from Stefano, the greengrocer. I suggest both the bakeries of Tredozio.<\/p>\n

I had a very satisfying lunch at Locanda Guelfo<\/strong>, discovering the Tredoziese, or grandmother’s, sauce. A sauce that cooks for a long time with garlic but, true, you don’t feel it. It just leaves a tasty and so delicious sauce that you never want it to end.<\/p>\n

Arriving in Tredozio from Modigliana, you will see pizzeria Harry, where the fried pizza, the classic crescentina<\/em>, is so good. You can also ask it to-go. The pizza is also recommended.<\/p>\n

Market day: Tuesday.<\/p>\n

Modigliana<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Compared to Tredozio, visiting the village requires more time – half a day.
\nAnd if you like visiting churches and museums, even longer.<\/p>\n

Climb up to the ruins of the castle of the Guidi family, which once owned lands in all the area of Romagna Toscana.<\/p>\n

And then follow the narrow streets of the center, letting your inspiration guide you.<\/p>\n

Enter the 17th-century Palazzo Calubani to admire the internal staircase.<\/p>\n

If you smell a good smell, you have probably arrived at the Gastronomia Antichi Sapori where you can also stop for a meal (if you do, book a place on the terrace in advance). Excellent cuisine and traditional Romagna dishes of a high standard (even the seasonings).<\/p>\n

The Colombina bakery offers exquisite products.<\/p>\n

Market day: Saturday.<\/p>\n

\"Discovering<\/p>\n

Monte Busca and the volcano<\/strong><\/h5>\n

If you think you will never see the highest volcano in the world, visit the smallest!
\nIt is located in Romagna, along the road – beautiful, a journey within a journey and also recommended for cyclists – leading from Tredozio to Portico di Romagna.<\/p>\n

Approximately 1.5 km after the Monte Busca hotel and restaurant, on the left, you will find a ruined house and a dirt track where you can leave your car. From there, continue on foot for a few minutes. Take the ritual photo, and off you go. Some people stop for an impromptu barbecue, but I recommend the one at the Monte Busca restaurant. There, among other things, you can taste the bartolaccio<\/em> (a sort of piadina<\/a> stuffed with mashed potatoes, Parmesan cheese, bacon, or sausage and grilled).<\/p>\n

\"Discovering<\/p>\n

\"Italian<\/p>\n

Portico of Romagna<\/strong><\/h5>\n

This little village, built on the ruins of a fortified castle, was the capital of Romagna Toscana. Today you will find an old hotel restaurant, a bar, and a butcher’s shop.<\/p>\n

It looks like a mountain village struck by a spell. Everything is clean, neat, and charming. The people, however, are disappearing.<\/p>\n

Don’t miss the romantic tour of the vegetable gardens and the Ponte della Maest\u00e0<\/em>, a typical Romagnolo medieval “humpback” bridge.<\/p>\n

Marradi<\/strong><\/h5>\n

The road from Tredozio to Marradi, the only one of the villages I visited that is still in the province of Florence, is also very beautiful. Yet here in the shops you can still find food with a Romagna accent, as well as Tuscan specialties.<\/p>\n

Marradi is famous for its chestnuts, chestnut cake, and chestnut flour.<\/p>\n

The visit is pleasant and quick. The Mercatali butcher’s shop is an institution and the\u00a0Sartoni bakery is always worth a visit.<\/p>\n

If you have time, take the opportunity to visit Palazzolo sul Senio.<\/p>\n

Market day: Monday.<\/p>\n

Buone vacanze, Monica<\/p>\n

Traveling<\/strong><\/h5>\n

On the Romagna Toscana<\/a> website, you can find further tips.<\/p>\n

Here<\/a> you will find my travel itineraries in Italy that you can use to build your own.<\/p>\n

Keep in Touch<\/b><\/h5>\n