Are you looking for a weekend full of charm of nature, local traditions and culture? There is no better time to treat yourself to an autumn weekend in Cattolica and the surrounding area, exploring enchanting villages, within easy reach area, that guard millenary histories and suggestive atmospheres.
We recommend you places not to be missed, experience the authenticity of their autumn landscapes and let yourself be enveloped by the beauty that animates them.
Fiorenzuola di Focara and Casteldimezzo, two villages on the Adriatic coast, surrounded by nature and sea
Set in the Monte San Bartolo Natural Park, with views opening onto the Adriatic Sea.
The villages of Fiorenzuola di Focara and Casteldimezzo are two jewels of genuine charm, offering a unique autumn experience thanks to their natural and historical beauty.
Fiorenzuola di Focara is a magical place where time seems to stand still. Thanks to its connection with Dante, its narrow cobbled streets and stone houses, it continues to fascinate and inspire those who visit it. The path leading to Fiorenzuola beach, amidst the scents of saltiness and Mediterranean vegetation, is an authentic experience, far from mass tourism, for those who wish to disconnect from the daily hustle and bustle and totally immerse themselves in nature.
A few kilometres away, the village of Casteldimezzo welcomes you with its mediaeval charm and quiet alleys: the view is lost amidst soft hills that slide towards the sea.
Local “trattorias” welcome you with traditional flavours: you can enjoy typical dishes such as fish soup or the famous Fossa cheese accompanied by a good glass of local white wine.
San Giovanni in Marignano, a village of mysterious charm
Just a few minutes away from Cattolica, San Giovanni in Marignano will enchant you with its medieval charm. Known as ‘The Granary of the Malatesta’, this village holds stories of past eras and an evocative atmosphere that makes it unique. Strolling through its historical walls, you can admire the ancient underground pits, visit Palazzo Corbucci and the Massari Theatre, a treasure trove of 19th-century architecture.
Famous for the “Night of the Witches” event, San Giovanni in Marignano retains its aura of mystery even in autumn. Here, you can immerse yourself in the area’s winemaking tradition, tasting local wines in historic cellars, while the surrounding landscape is coloured in the warm hues of autumn.
Mondaino, a village of history and ancient flavours
In autumn, the hills of the Conca Valley light up with warm colours, and Mondaino turns into a perfect retreat for those seeking peace and authenticity, with its semicircular square and ancient underground tunnels.
In November, the village hosts the famous ‘Fossa, Tartufo and Venere’ event, which celebrates local flavours with tastings of Fossa cheese and truffles, accompanied by the area’s best wines. This event will allow you to savour the heart of Romagna’s food and wine tradition.
Autumn is the ideal time to discover the villages around Cattolica, where the peace and beauty of nature create the perfect atmosphere for a relaxing weekend.
Cattolica is ready to welcome you and let you discover an authentic Romagna that reveals itself in its most poetic season.
If you are interested in further advice on activities to do in Cattolica in autumn, read also “From Cattolica to the discovery of Romagna’s chestnut groves”.