What to do near Borgo Mantovano, MN

Descent down the Po River - Day 4

Manrichetta, don't feel bad, but a little rowing trip couldn't be refused!

The ancient Abbey of St. Benedict in Polirone

Founded in 1007 by Mantuan nobleman Teoaldo di Canossa, it underwent quite a few changes over the centuries. The area consists of several buildings and is one of the largest monastic complexes in Italy.

La Fiuma and the Festival of Nedar

Two fall events warming up the Mantuan village of San Benedetto Po

Parish church of San Zuane

In the green countryside of the Bassa Veronese, an ancient parish church with a precious baptistery

Church of Saints Blaise, Fermo and Rustic

"Din don campanon / le campane de Bogolon / le sonava dì e note..."

Descent down the Po River - Day 3

We're off again: not even fate can stop us

Villa La Favorita

Villa between Mannerism and Baroque, from the early 17th century. Commissioned by Duke Ferdinando Gonzaga and designed by architect Nicolò Sebregondi. It was to house the court but was never finished.

Martyrs' Square in Carpi

One of the largest and most beautiful squares in Italy

Bosco Fontana Nature Reserve

A forest worthy of a palace

Shrine of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Grace

A shrine from the late 14th century, rich in votive offerings, located in a park overlooking the Mincio River

The pontoon bridge at Torre d'Oglio

One of the last examples of floating bridges on barges in Italy, it has fed the imaginations of several filmmakers, including Bertolucci. For lovers of places of mysterious charm!