Discover Ricci: Information for Your Trip to Italy

Ricci and its Surroundings: Churches and Historic Sites of Remembrance

The Torre dell'orologio can be reached via the climb that begins at the town hall square.

The Chiesa di Sant'Andrea in Alvignanello has medieval origins and was first mentioned in 1326. The Chiesa San Domenico is associated with the Dominican Order and preserves works of art and frescoes. In the municipality of Ruviano, the preserved crypt is the only remaining part of the old church of San Nicola a Castello. The present-day building of the Chiesa Madre di San Leone Magno dates from 1774; its first documented trace goes back to around 1326, and the church is open during the day. For those interested in culture, the focus is therefore on architectural history, a preserved crypt, the connection to the Dominican Order, as well as works of art and frescoes.

Museums, Cellars and Local Culture

The Museo di arte sacra in Alvignanello preserves terracotta remains from local excavations and later finds. The Museo di arte sacra in Ruviano serves cultural education and public use of the cultural heritage. The Lavatoio Comunale di Ruviano is a place of historical and ethnographic memory and provides insights into everyday life in past centuries. The Cantine di Alvignanello are old cellars carved into tuff in the Alvignanello district of the municipality of Ruviano. The museums and the Lavatoio focus on different aspects: finds, cultural education and the memory of everyday life in past centuries.

In Ruviano, in the surroundings of Ricci, the local tradition of the Festa dei Cornuti is celebrated on November 11. It includes a procession in traditional costumes accompanied by a marching band, as well as the burning of a straw or fabric effigy.

The origins of Cantina Arena date back to the end of the 19th century. Fragments of large vessels are visible in the vaulted ceiling of Cantina Cusano; they probably date from Roman times or an even earlier period. Frantoio Franco offers visitors the opportunity to discover a place where history, work and traditions come together.

Forest, Protected Area and Hiking Trails in the Surroundings of Ricci

The SIC area of Ruviano belongs to the Natura 2000 network. It is associated with hiking trails, birdwatching, nature photography and guided excursions. The Bosco di San Vincenzo in Ruviano is the setting for a land art project; the land art works are located along small clearings within the forest.

The Eremo di Santa Maria degli Angeli is a place of prayer and retreat in the natural surroundings of Alto Casertano near Ruviano. In its vicinity, it is associated with pilgrimage routes and spiritual walks.

Other Places Around Ricci

For further travel planning, you can also explore Maddaloni, Bellona, Vitulazio, Villa Literno, Conca Della Campania, Squille, Rocca d'Evandro and Piedimonte Matese in the surroundings of Ricci.

To the higher-level travel overview: Caserta.