I n the heart of the lower Pavia plain, a few kilometres from the right bank of the Po, lies Spessa, a small municipality of around 560 inhabitants that holds centuries of history, landscapes of…
Scaldasole castle
T he Castello di Scaldasole is one of the most fascinating fortified complexes in the province of Pavia. With its seven medieval towers and the renowned 15th-century ricetto — a unique example in the…
Breme
B reme is one of the most fascinating villages in the Lomellina, in the heart of the province of Pavia. A destination for cultural pilgrims and experiential travellers alike, it safeguards a historic…
Ca del Monte Astronomical Observatory
I magine looking up at a clear sky, far from the glow of city lights, and seeing the Milky Way in its full splendour for the very first time. This is exactly what awaits you at Ca del Monte, in the…
Valeggio Castle
I n the heart of the Lomellina, about 30 kilometers from Pavia, stands one of the most fascinating yet lesser-known medieval castles of the Po Valley: Valeggio Castle in Lomellina. Imposing and…
Garlasco
G arlasco is one of the most fascinating towns in the Lomellina, a land of rice fields, castles, and ancient pilgrimage routes. Located just a few kilometers from Pavia, this town of more than ten…
Palestro
P alestro is a village in the province of Pavia, nestled in the Lomellina plain along the banks of the Sesia river, full of surprises for visitors with its extraordinary historical, cultural and…
Retorbido
N estled among the gentle hills of the Oltrepò Pavese, the village of Retorbido preserves an extraordinary story spanning two thousand years of civilization: from its Roman origins to the Lombard era…
Bagnaria
I n the heart of the Oltrepò Pavese, nestled in the scenic Staffora Valley and crossed by the Greenway Voghera–Varzi, lies Bagnaria — a small, authentic village that invites visitors to discover the…
Great ideas for the new year
A new year can mean new expectations, wishes, and a desire for change. It is the perfect time to make some changes, with good intentions that bring together exploration, creativity and wellness .…
Maniva Pass
A bout 50 km from Brescia, the Maniva Pass is one of the most stunning high mountain passes in the Brescian Pre-Alps. With its vast high-altitude panoramas it is perfect for winter trips with the…
Legends, rituals, and goliardic traditions at the University of Pavia
The University of Pavia is not only one of the oldest universities in Europe. It is a living place, shaped over centuries by students, professors, and members of its colleges, who have left traces…