Tourist Escort in the Village

A journey through time, exploring the architectural beauty and hidden treasures of the village of Roccavaldina.

Points of interest:

• Roccavaldina Cathedral, dedicated to Saint Nicholas of Bari, the spiritual heart of the village and a prestigious jewel of the Valdina family, who ruled the fief for centuries. (approx. 30 minutes)

• Church of Jesus and Mary, a short distance from the Cathedral, represents a perfect example of 17th-century religious architecture linked to the patronage of the Valdina family. (approx. 10 minutes)

• Ancient Millstone, a testament to the peasant culture and agricultural economy of the village, deeply connected to the land. (approx. 20 minutes)

• Roccavaldina Castle, also known as Palazzo Baronale or Palazzo dei Principi Valdina. A refined fortified noble residence that tells the story of the transition from feudalism to Renaissance prestige. (exterior view only, approx. 20 minutes)

• Fontana Lea, an example of functional and monumental architecture located in the district of the same name. It represents the calling card for those who once arrived in the village following the ancient roads. (approx. 5 minutes)

• Church of Saints Cosmas and Damian, the most popular and devotional soul of the village. Located in the picturesque oldest district "Scarpi", it represents the center of worship for the "Holy Doctors". (approx. 10 minutes)

• Ancient Wash House, a symbol of daily life and social organization in the village in past centuries. It represents a symbol of hardship but also of female social interaction of the past. (approx. 10 minutes)

• Church of the Madonna della Catena, is one of the most intimate and secluded testimonies of faith in Roccavaldina. An example of devotional architecture perfectly blended with the surrounding landscape. (approx. 20 minutes)
• Casa Vermiglia, originally built as a palatial house belonging to the Vermiglia family, a historic lineage of the village. Today, a technological bridge between past and future, home to the innovative immersive room. (approx. 30 minutes)

What's included: A single ticket for access to sites and cultural and artistic insights via QR codes at the points of interest.

For an additional € 5.00 per person, it will be possible to visit:

• Pharmacy Museum, the most precious jewel of the village and one of Italy's most important artistic and scientific treasures.

For preservation purposes, the Pharmacy can accommodate groups of 10 people, and the visit time required for each group is 15 minutes.

For larger groups (>20 participants), a 10% discount will be available. Organizers are invited to contact the Pro.So.Pon Cooperative for such occasions via the following channels:

• prosopon.coopsociale.me@gmail.com
• +39 3492304501