Dozza
A medieval village on a hill where the house walls are covered with contemporary murals, and the castle contains a regional wine bar.
Dozza sits on a hill about 35 km southeast of Bologna and is listed among Italy's most beautiful villages. Since 1960, the Biennale del Muro Dipinto (Painted Walls Biennale) has been held every two years, with artists painting the exterior walls of houses. Over a hundred murals have accumulated, and the whole village feels like an open-air gallery. The Rocca Sforzesca at the top of the village houses the Emilia-Romagna Regional Enoteca, where you can taste local wines such as Sangiovese. Public transport is limited, so a car is recommended, or you can combine a visit with Imola.
Opening hours
Village open all day; castle and tavern approx. 10:00–18:00, closed Mondays (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Giardini Margherita
- Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
- Palazzo Poggi Museum
- Santo Stefano (Seven Churches)
- San Giacomo Maggiore
- Palazzo Pepoli – Museum of the History of Bologna
- Two Towers (Asinelli & Garisenda)
- Basilica of San Domenico