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LIFESTYLE
EXCITING
EXHIBITIONS
TRENTINO-ALTO ADIGE/
SOUTH TYROL
PARCO NATURALE
ADAMELLO-BRENTA
What’s there? One of the largest protected areas in
the Alps with incredible streams, glaciers and water-
falls. You might even spot a brown bear!
Where? Amidst the Rhaetic Alps in the western part
of the province of Trentino.
What’s close? You’ll be surrounded by the Dolomites
– a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
www.pnab.it
NATURE
Peaceful. Replenishing. Invigorating.
Instagrammable. All words that
describe our top 5 Italian nature
reserves and regions!
SCINTILLATING
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SAGRE
EMILIA-ROMAGNA
COLLI PIACENTINI
NOTEWORTHY
Visit some of the world’s most
influential museums and see some of
the world’s most iconic installations
with our top 3 exhibitions!
October is the month of Sagre in Italy!
These foodie festivals celebrate
local products, culture and history.
Here are our top 3:
What’s there? This well-known D.O.C. wine region
boasts a 150km trail through the area’s four main
valleys, so you can reward each hike with wine and
cheese tastings!
Where? In the northwest of the region, surrounding
Piacenza.
What’s close? Picturesque Piacenza makes the per-
fect base for your excursions!
www.emiliaromagnaturismo.com
PIEDMONT
FIERA NAZIONALE DEL MARRONE
One of the most important food and wine festivals in
Italy celebrates the chestnut with shows, concerts,
workshops and hundreds of professional exhibitors.
Where? Cuneo, in the province of Cuneo.
When? From 19 to 21 October 2018.
www.marrone.net
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What’s there? Birdwatching, snorkelling, 500km of
footpaths, bike trails and even on-site accommoda-
tion. It’s also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Where? About an hour from Genoa in Arenzano.
What’s close? The Western Riviera, featuring charming
towns such as Varazze, Invrea and Cogoleto.
www.parcobeigua.it
What’s there? Hiking trails of all levels, picnic
spots, bike routes and the only remaining part in
Italy of the ancient forest that once covered much
of central Europe.
Where? The Parco Nazionale del Gargano, Foggia.
What’s close? The delightful town of Foggia and
the Tremiti Islands are a favourite in this area.
www.parcogargano.gov.it
What’s there? The oldest known woodlands in Italy,
about 74,000ha of famously diverse flora and fauna,
several lakes and organised photographic hikes.
Where? The park covers three provinces: Cosenza,
Catanzaro and Crotone.
What’s close? The city of Cosenza is positively brim-
ming with historical buildings and local culture.
www.parcosila.it
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The epic 16 th Architectural Biennial in Venice,
with over 100 international participants, cele-
brates FREESPACE – the relationship between
architecture and humanity.
When? From 26 May to 25 November 2018.
How much? Full access for 48h at €30.
www.labiennale.org
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VENICE
1948: THE BIENNALE
OF PEGGY GUGGENHEIM
CALABRIA
PARCO NAZIONALE DELLA SILA
This year, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection’s
participation in the Biennale Venezia focuses
on the iconic 20 th -century Greek Pavillion with
a 3D projection and original photographs.
When? From 25 May to 25 November 2018.
How much? From €10.50 to €16.50.
www.guggenheim-venice.it
APULIA
LA FORESTA UMBRA
LIGURIA
PARCO REGIONALE
NATURALE DEL BEIGUA
VENICE
BIENNALE ARCHITETTURA
TUSCANY
SAGRA DEL GALLETTO BOLOGNA
MORTADELLABÒ
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After a round of Tiro della Druzzola, an ancient com-
petition where wooden discs are thrown, feast on the
local delicacy of flame-grilled chicken and local wines
with the townsfolk.
Where? Camigliano, near Montalcino.
When? 7 October 2018.
www.sagradelgalletto.org
The famous Mortadella Bologna IGP sausage, which
has been around for centuries, is sliced and served
in the streets, accompanied by aperitivi, competi-
tions, demonstrations and stalls.
Where? Piazza Maggiore, Bologna.
When? From 21 to 23 October 2018.
www.mortadellabologna.com
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OUR TOP TIP:
Buying a city pass card will make museum entrance and
public transport easy! Visit www.veneziaunica.it for the Venice
City Pass or www.firenzecard.it for the Florence City Card.
Parco Regionale Naturale del Beigua, Luguria.
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FLORENCE
IL CODICE LEICESTER
DI LEONARDO DA VINCI
500 years after his death, the Uffizi Gallery
showcases da Vinci’s research manuscript
(c.1504). A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
When? From 29 Oct. 2018 to 10 Jan. 2019.
How much? €20 until 1 Nov 2018; €12 until
28 Feb, 2019.
www.uffizi.it
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