Away from Italy’s most visited cities lie places that feel surprisingly fresh. Brisighella’s dramatic cliffs and lonely towers create a perfect introduction to Emilia-Romagna’s hidden gems.
Its medieval centre features a raised walkway that threads between stone houses, offering peaceful views of the town. Brisighella’s charm lies in its simplicity.
Sicily’s Via dei Frati delivers 54 miles of quiet mountain trekking. Villages like Gangi welcome hikers with a generosity that needs no translation.
In Basilicata, Venosa’s Roman ruins, catacombs and castle combine to create a uniquely atmospheric experience. Nearby castles in Melfi and Lagopesole stand as silent guardians of the region’s past.
Cividale’s medieval wonders, Chioggia’s canals, Santo Stefano d’Aveto’s hiking routes, Loazzolo’s sweet wines and Urbs Salvia’s Roman remains all show how much of Italy lies hidden in plain sight.
