Sestola is a charming Orange Flag awarded town in Emilia Romagna, only 50 kilometres southwest of Modena and a further ten kilometres below to Bologna.
Sestola is situated in the mountains surrounded by a thick green forest. Book a villa in Emilia Romagna and enjoy visiting Sestola and other excellent tourist attractions in the region.
Popular with tourists all year around, Sestola earned its Orange Flag award for being an excellent tourist information provider and making the most out of its local and man-made attractions by way of tours, leaflets, local guides and much more.
For example, visitors can avail of excellent information and guided tours through the nearby Regional Park of the Upper Apennines of Modena and walk or cycle along some scenic mountain trails here.
Sestola is situated in the mountains surrounded by a thick green forest. Book a villa in Emilia Romagna and enjoy visiting Sestola and other excellent tourist attractions in the region.
Popular with tourists all year around, Sestola earned its Orange Flag award for being an excellent tourist information provider and making the most out of its local and man-made attractions by way of tours, leaflets, local guides and much more.
For example, visitors can avail of excellent information and guided tours through the nearby Regional Park of the Upper Apennines of Modena and walk or cycle along some scenic mountain trails here.
Visit the museum of Mountain Life and the museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments in Sestola which offer fascinating displays to visitors and spend a glorious morning strolling around this small town which can be easily explored by foot.
Cycle to nearby towns like Pian del Falco and Passo del Lupo or prepare a picnic lunch to enjoy by a lake beside Sestola called Lago della Ninfa.
Walk through the Esperia botanical gardens of Sestola where many medicinal plants are grown and used in local healing remedies.
Another welcome attraction of Sestola is its fine range of delicious eateries and shopping facilities. Since its Orange Flag award, Sestola has seen quite a rise in tourism and has plenty to offer by way of sights, sounds and flavours on your arrival. The fresh cheese made from cow’s milk in Sestola is especially delicious and would go well with some freshly baked bread and cured meat as an appetising snack during your visit here.
Cycle to nearby towns like Pian del Falco and Passo del Lupo or prepare a picnic lunch to enjoy by a lake beside Sestola called Lago della Ninfa.
Walk through the Esperia botanical gardens of Sestola where many medicinal plants are grown and used in local healing remedies.
Another welcome attraction of Sestola is its fine range of delicious eateries and shopping facilities. Since its Orange Flag award, Sestola has seen quite a rise in tourism and has plenty to offer by way of sights, sounds and flavours on your arrival. The fresh cheese made from cow’s milk in Sestola is especially delicious and would go well with some freshly baked bread and cured meat as an appetising snack during your visit here.
Challenge yourself to a tough climb up the nearby Monte Cimone, part of the vast Apennines range.
At a height of 2165 metres above sea level, this is a striking mountain that is surrounded by a popular skiing resort during the winter months. Sestola is best explored by renting a car as bus connections from Bologna and Modena arrive and depart from here only a few times per week.
The quaint Orange Flag town of Sestola is a gem in Emilia Romagna and would be an excellent addition to your travelling plans of this area of Italy.
It’s the perfect escape to nature and a sanctuary you may never want to leave so be inspired to plan your Italian getaway today!
At a height of 2165 metres above sea level, this is a striking mountain that is surrounded by a popular skiing resort during the winter months. Sestola is best explored by renting a car as bus connections from Bologna and Modena arrive and depart from here only a few times per week.
The quaint Orange Flag town of Sestola is a gem in Emilia Romagna and would be an excellent addition to your travelling plans of this area of Italy.
It’s the perfect escape to nature and a sanctuary you may never want to leave so be inspired to plan your Italian getaway today!
Photo credits
picture 1: niky81 / CC BY-SA 2.0;
picture 2: Maxmars70Hpschaefer / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Enrico_bertani / CC BY-SA 3.0
picture 1: niky81 / CC BY-SA 2.0;
picture 2: Maxmars70Hpschaefer / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Enrico_bertani / CC BY-SA 3.0