Poggio Renatico between history and the Ferrara plain
Accommodation in Poggio Renatico
Poggio Renatico lies in the Ferrara plain near the Reno River. The area has traditionally been regarded as the boundary between Bologna and Ferrara; at the same time, ancient watchtowers are still scattered throughout it. Those who choose the town therefore encounter a landscape in which regional location and history are closely intertwined. The most important impressions arise among historic buildings, a walk through the streets, regional cuisine, and the town’s festivals.
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Arrival and a clear starting point for cycling tours
Poggio Renatico has a regional train stop on the Bologna–Padua railway line. The cycling route “Il percorso delle torri” is also important for finding your bearings: it begins at Poggio Renatico station. Thus, the railway station and the cycling route serve as two specifically documented reference points at the start of exploring the area, without any further statements about timetables or the route’s current use needing to be inferred from this.
Castello Lambertini and its construction history
Castello Lambertini is a castle of medieval origin built by the Bolognese Guastavillani family. In 1475, it was rebuilt by Egano Lambertini. Wall decorations from the 18th century have been preserved in the piano nobile of Castello Lambertini. A single building therefore makes it possible to trace how different periods are connected in Poggio Renatico.
Guided tours of Castello Lambertini convey its history from its medieval origins to the changes that took place over the centuries. They include restored rooms, valuable frescoes, and the ancient cellars, which can be visited in their entirety. In 2026, guided tours of Castello Lambertini returned; the castle was once again fully usable. This timing is part of the building’s current history and should be taken into account when planning a visit.
Towers, clock mechanism, and other historical references
The Torre dell'Orologio houses an ancient mechanical clock mechanism with gears. The Torre del Poggio, also known as Torre dell'Ortolano or Torre Fornasini, dates from the 13th century and served the Lambertini family as a watchtower for observing enemies. The foundation stone of the Abbazia di San Michele was laid on June 1, 1902.
Experience Poggio Renatico on foot and by bicycle
The streets of Poggio Renatico can be explored on a historic walking tour of the local sights. These include the castle, the towers, the churches, and the villas. For visitors who prefer to get to know a place through individual stops rather than a single building, this tour offers a comprehensible order in which to see the local sights. Those approaching the area on two wheels will find “Il percorso delle torri,” a cycling route explicitly beginning at the railway station.
Festivals and regional cuisine
The Fiera di San Michele is dedicated to the patron saint of Poggio Renatico, the Archangel Michael. The Fiera di San Michele in Poggio Renatico is scheduled for September 29. In addition, the Antica Fiera di Merci e Bestiame is scheduled to take place in Poggio Renatico in June.
The local cuisine also has its own distinctive expression. Hand-made caplaz are at the center of the Sagra del cappellaccio. They are regarded as an expression of local cuisine and of the tradition of the IGP-protected Ferrara pumpkin cappellacci.
More destinations for your trip to Italy
If you would like to discover other places in addition to Poggio Renatico, these destinations take you in different directions for regional travel planning: Lido Delle Nazioni, Codigoro, Malborghetto di Boara, Mesola, Vigarano Mainarda, Monestirolo, Gambulaga and Massa Fiscaglia.
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