Where to spot sunflowers during the summer

In Bologna, sunflowers bloom everywhere. Summer, from June to July, is undoubtedly the best season to explore the nature while leaving behind the city’s gloom in search of the most "Insta-worthy" spots.

Where to find them?

• Granarolo dell'Emilia

Just a few kilometers from Bologna's city center, this sunflower field offers a charming and easily accessible spot. The best time to visit is in the late afternoon, when the warm light enhances the golden hues of the flowers.

Location: View on Google Maps

Nearby tip: While you're here, explore Minerbio, a medieval village, or visit Rocca Isolani, a historic residence open for tours and events.

©Paolo Carboni, Sasso Marconi

• Ponte Ronca

Nestled among fields and gentle hills, this rural area between Zola Predosa and Valsamoggia offers multiple spots to admire the sunflowers. It's perfect for a bike ride along the cycling paths connecting Bologna's hills.

Location: Map 1 – Map 2 – Map 3

Nearby tip: Visit the Ca' la Ghironda Modern Art Museum, where nature meets contemporary art, or continue to the Abbey of Monteveglio Regional Park, rich in Romanesque churches and scenic trails.

• Sasso Marconi

Among the most scenic sunflower fields in the area, those near Sasso Marconi stretch across rolling hills and protected landscapes. A perfect spot for sunset walks or photo lovers.

Location: Map 1 – Map 2 - Map 3 -  Map 4 - Map 5

Nearby tip: Visit the Guglielmo Marconi House Museum, hike through the Contrafforte Pliocenico Nature Reserve, or take a short drive to the iconic Rocchetta Mattei in Grizzana Morandi.

Ph. Fabio Nocchi Nastri

Want to suggest another sunflower field?

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Please note: Sunflower blooming is seasonal and unpredictable — it usually occurs between June and July.