Castell'Arquato
A medieval hilltop village with a well-preserved town square, castle and collegiate church, and one of Italy's most beautiful villages
A medieval village in the hills of the Province of Piacenza, it has been named one of Italy's most beautiful villages. The hilltop town square is framed by a 12th-century collegiate church, the Palazzo del Podestà and the Visconti Castle. Winding stone lanes lead through the village, and from the castle tower you can look out over the Arda Valley. The village is known for its ancient Gutturnio wine, and restaurants serve local salami and handmade pasta. About 45 km from Parma. A car is needed, and it is often combined with Fidenza and Salsomaggiore as a day trip.
Opening hours
Open all day (castle approx. 10:00–18:00; more open on weekends)
Nearby sights
- Salsomaggiore Terme & Terme Berzieri
- Fidenza Cathedral
- Busseto & Teatro Verdi
- Verdi's Birthplace (Roncole Verdi)
- Castello di Bardi
- Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy & Museum
- Rocca Meli Lupi (Soragna)
- Antica Corte Pallavicina