
Visitors to the Rocca di Riolo Terme can explore its historical towers, bastions, and walls, which have stood for over six centuries in the Romagna Apennines. The experience includes access to various interior rooms that showcase medieval architecture and Renaissance influences through displays and storytelling. Guests can walk along the ramparts for views of the surrounding hills. This experience is suitable for individuals or groups interested in history and architecture. It is not recommended for those who prefer fast-paced activities. Before booking, note that there is an option for a candlelight guided tour, enhancing the experience with a focus on the life of Caterina Sforza.
The Rocca of Riolo Terme, a fascinating fortress, rises majestically in the heart of the Romagna Apennines, with its towers, bastions and walls that have watched over the village for more than six centuries. Crossing the entrance gate, you will be immersed in a journey that blends medieval architecture, military history and Renaissance charm. The interior rooms, carefully curated, tell the story of life within the fortress. From the ramparts, the view stretches across the surrounding hills, offering landscapes filled with nature and echoes of ancient memories. You can choose to visit the fortress at your own pace or, for a more evocative experience, to join a guided candlelight tour. In a more intimate atmosphere, where the darkness of the night is broken by the flicker of torches, you will have the opportunity to hear stories about passions and pivotal moments of Caterina Sforza’s life - a figure who left an indelible mark on the history of Romagna.