What to do near Mariana Mantovana, MN

Parish Church of Medole

Inside the building, which is the result of a harmonious combination of parts and styles, we find important works of art such as the altarpiece by Titian and the Mantegnesco-style Lamentation.

Villa Medici del Vascello

A villa, a garden, a lady living there, and immediately you are off on a Renaissance journey. If then the Dame is the one with the ermine, Cecilia Gallerani, the charm is irresistible!

Shrine of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Grace

A shrine from the late 14th century, rich in votive offerings, located in a park overlooking the Mincio River

Pieve di santa Maria in Carpino, Carpenedolo, Bs.

Small but charming Romanesque church, lost in the Brescian countryside among oleander and corn, in the shade of a large tree.

Our Lady of the Parish (small church)

A small Romanesque church from the 1100s holds striking frescoes atop a hill. Surrounded by greenery, it stands out because of the color of its stones, and there is a view of the Po Valley.

The castle of Volta Mantovana

Panoramic castle dating from the 11th century, still surrounded by walls, with beautiful Gothic gateway. On the same square are Palazzo Gonzaga and its stables, often the site of exhibitions.

Gonzaga-Guerrieri Palace, Gonzaga's villa of delight

It has a special grace because of its beautiful garden sloping into four terraces and its location, at the top of the village.

The Rope Museum of Castelponzone

A small museum celebrating the ancient tradition of hemp rope spinning, an important part of Casale's history and cultural heritage.

Bosco Fontana Nature Reserve

A forest worthy of a palace

The pontoon bridge at Torre d'Oglio

One of the last examples of floating bridges on barges in Italy, it has fed the imaginations of several filmmakers, including Bertolucci. For lovers of places of mysterious charm!

The Ducal Palace of Sabbioneta

Sumptuous palace of representation, emblem of ducal power

The Old-Fashioned Theater of Sabbioneta

Worthy rival of Palladio's Teatro Olimpico in Vicenza