Castelvetro di Modena
A medieval wine village on the hills south of Modena, where chessboard-patterned squares and towers overlook vineyards. It is the home of Lambrusco Grasparossa sparkling red wine.
Castelvetro is a small town on the hills. Its central Piazza Dante is paved in a black-and-white checkerboard pattern, and a living human chess game is held every two years. The surrounding hills are the main production area for Lambrusco Grasparossa, a red sparkling wine, and are dotted with wineries and balsamic vinegar workshops that accept tastings by appointment. The nearby Levizzano-Rangone Castle is also worth a short detour. It is about 18 km from Modena and suits a half-day self-driving trip.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Rocca di Vignola
- Traditional Balsamic Vinegar Museum, Spilamberto
- Museo Ferrari, Maranello
- Casa Museo Luciano Pavarotti
- Pagani Museum & Factory
- Mercato Albinelli
- Osteria Francescana
- Palazzo Comunale, Modena