Cerea: Wetlands, Culture and Regional Rice

The Oasi Valle Brusà lies on the right bank of the Menago River, southwest of Cerea’s built-up area.

Wetland Landscape and Park Character

Parco Le Vallette is a city park in Cerea and part of the preserved wetland landscape of the Valli del Menago. The two landscape settings have different focuses: the Oasi represents the area along the river, while Parco Le Vallette connects the natural environment with a park in Cerea.

History and Cultural Experiences

The Chiesa della Beata Vergine dello Spasimo was built in the early years of the 18th century to incorporate a votive chapel associated with the plague of 1630. The Area EXP in Cerea organizes exhibitions, shows and other activities every year. For travelers interested in culture, the range extends from a building with historical significance to a venue with regularly recurring event formats.

A Themed Walking Route

Spirito Olimpico| Sapori e Paesaggi di Cerea is an approximately six-kilometre-long themed walking route that explores the development of the valley landscape, farming culture and agro-industrial development.

Rice and Regional Food Culture

Cerea is part of the cultivation area of Riso Nano Vialone Veronese, which is grown in the palaeochannels of the Menago River. The rice connects local agriculture with the Menago landscape and gives the regional cuisine a clear theme.

The Mercato della Terra di Cerea

The Mercato della Terra di Cerea takes place on the second Sunday of every month in the municipal Prà della Fiera park. At the Mercato della Terra di Cerea, small producers and food artisans offer local, fresh and seasonal foods. The market complements rice cultivation with a direct connection to local producers and seasonal offerings.

Destinations in the Surrounding Area

The Galleria D'Arte Risorgimento Di Roncoletta Luisa is a museum in the area surrounding Cerea. The Chiesa Parrocchiale Ss.Pietro E Paolo is a church in the area surrounding Cerea. Parco Casette is a park in the area surrounding Cerea.

The Wider Regional Area

Villa Francanzan Piovene is a palace in the wider regional area surrounding Cerea. Villa Pisani Ferri La Rocca is also a palace in the wider regional area surrounding Cerea. Parco della Motta is a park in the wider regional area surrounding Cerea, as is Parco Ippodromo.

Furniture Industry and Education

Cerea’s economy is primarily associated with the furniture industry; Cerea is home to the Scuola Internazionale del Mobile d'Arte e in Stile.

Further Places for Planning Your Trip

Further places for planning your trip: Rivalta, Villa Bartolomea, Isola Della Scala, Grezzana, Via I Maggio Mediana Dell'industria, San Zeno Di Montagna, Volargne, Angiari.

To the higher-level travel overview: Verona.