A day between Imola and Dozza: art, engines and flavours in the heart of Emilia-Romagna

Autodromo Enzo and Dino Ferrari

Imola is synonymous with engines, and the Autodromo Enzo and Dino Ferrari is the beating heart of the city. Even if there are no races scheduled, it is worth a visit: in quiet moments, the track turns into an almost surreal place, to be admired with respect and curiosity.

Tip: check the events calendar or book a guided tour to see the circuit from the inside.

Acque Minerali Park and Senna Monument

Located right in the centre of the racetrack in Imola, the Acque Minerali Park is a green lung that hides spectacular views of the track. From here, you can easily reach the monument dedicated to Ayrton Senna, one of the most exciting places for Formula 1 fans.

A moment of silence, a photo, a thought.

Rocca Sforzesca di Imola

A few minutes from the historical centre stands the imposing Rocca Sforzesca, a 15th-century defensive bulwark. To visit it is to step back in time to the Middle Ages: thick walls, panoramic towers and breathtaking views of the city.

Inside, permanent and temporary exhibitions tell Imola's history of battles and nobility.

Borgo di Dozza: an open-air museum

About twenty minutes' drive from Imola, the hills are coloured: welcome to Dozza, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy.

Its narrow streets are a veritable open-air art gallery, thanks to the Biennale del Muro Dipinto, which adds new works to the walls of the houses every two years. Even outside the biennial, the charm remains: murals, workshops and postcard views.

Rocca di Dozza and the Regional Enoteca

The scenic Rocca di Dozza dominates the village and houses an interesting museum and... a dragon! Fyrstan, an imaginary creature, fascinates adults and children alike.

But the real treasure is in the basement: the Enoteca Regionale dell'Emilia-Romagna, a dream place for wine lovers. Here you can taste and buy excellent local wines, with expert advice and lots of passion.