Calderara Di Reno

Calderara di Reno combines the changing landscapes along the Reno with remarkable traces of history and various opportunities for active days. The Ciclovia del Reno runs through the town. At Lippo di Calderara di Reno, a new cycle bridge over the Reno also connects the Ciclovia del Reno with the Ciclovia del Sole – EuroVelo 7. Those planning a cycling trip will therefore find a clear focus here when choosing their holiday destination. When searching for a holiday apartment, you can take your planned bike tours into account as well as the cultural sites and natural areas you would like to explore.

Cultural heritage between Sacerno and Longara

One of the notable historical references is the Cippo di Sacerno in the Sacerno district. The monument was erected in the 16th century by the Servi di Maria, who were the owners of the property at the time. The churches of Calderara di Reno also tell stories of different eras. The Chiesa di Sant’Elena was built by Benedictine monks in the 11th century. The apse, some decorations and arches integrated into the walls have survived from the Romanesque church; the present-day Chiesa di Sant’Elena was built in 1730.

The Chiesa di S. Michele Arcangelo di Longara has been documented since the 13th century. Its history is also connected with the Reno: in the past, it could only be reached from Bologna by boat because of the river.

Golena S. Vitale natural area

The Golena S. Vitale lies along the Reno and is recognised at European level as the special protection area IT4050018 within the Natura 2000 network. The natural area consists of a 30-hectare riparian forest. It provides a habitat for kingfishers and herons, particularly night herons and little egrets. Golena S. Vitale thus complements the town’s historical and sporting aspects with a natural-history perspective.

This contrast can be helpful when planning your trip: one day can be combined with a bike tour, another with cultural discoveries or observing the landscape. Which holiday apartment or holiday home in Calderara di Reno is right for you therefore also depends on whether you would like to focus on cycle paths, local history, nature observation or as varied a combination as possible.

Culture and leisure in the town

The Casa della Cultura “Italo Calvino” has an auditorium with a refreshment area, a workshop room, a reading room and a music rehearsal room. Its covered square hosts exhibitions of contemporary art. The Settimana Calderarese also takes place between the end of May and the beginning of June. For families and other travel groups, such cultural points of interest can be a welcome complement to outdoor excursions, without every day of the trip having to follow the same pattern.

Another unusual leisure destination is the Skatepark del Bargellino. It is located on a 2,000 m² public site and includes a 1,400 m² track. The skatepark is designed for national and international competitions in the Olympic “Park” discipline.

More places to consider

If you would like to compare Calderara di Reno with other destinations, you can also view the pages for Sant'Agata Bolognese, Linaro, Rioveggio, Pianoro, Borgonuovo, Borgo Tossignano, Dozza and Marzabotto. This allows you to align your accommodation search with the travel themes that matter most to you.

For the overarching travel overview: Bologna.