Those who love discovery and the remains of the past will be enchanted by the ghost town of Emilia-Romagna. These are villages, towns or hamlets abandoned over the years and which today still retain the charm of the past. The causes which led to depopulation are often varied, but all these towns have in common silence, tranquility and, often, the discovery of little-known corners of the region. Discover, then, where these countries are located and why visit them.
San Paolo in Alpe
This ghost town, located in the heart of the Foreste Casentinesi National Park, was abandoned during the seventies due to of the emigration of its residents looking for better life opportunities. Although today only the ruins remain, it is possible to visit it and glimpse houses, churches and structures inhabited until recently.
In the village, therefore, you can admire the ruins of ancient houses, the now abandoned church and the remains of what was once the center of community life. Furthermore, they pass from here several CAI paths, ideal for those who want to go hiking in this area of the Casentinesi Forests. To reach San Paolo in Alpe, it is necessary to undertake a walking route that starts from nearby towns, such as Ridracoli.
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Castiglioncello
Castiglioncello is a very particular ghost village, as it is located exactly near the border between Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna and is sometimes placed in this or that region. Abandoned during the 1950s, the town gradually emptied due to the migration of its inhabitants towards larger urban centers looking for better job opportunities and a less isolated position.
Its origins come from afar: the town, in fact, was inhabited as early as the 9th century and was flourishing until the 18th century, when a new route isolated the village. Among the ruins, it is possible to see an ancient church and other buildings, which were therefore abandoned immediately after the war. To get here you will have to pass through the SP610 and stop at the town of Moraduccio.
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Castel d’Alfero
Castel d’Alfero is another emblematic example of ghost towns in Emilia-Romagna, resulting in a place that seems suspended in time and space. This village was abandoned in the 1950s, when its inhabitants decided to leave their homes to seek their fortune elsewhere, leaving behind a silent village, but of great historical-artistic value. The first certain evidence dates back to the 13th century and even today it is possible to see some interesting ruins.
For lovers of walking, the surroundings offer paths immersed in nature where it is possible to discover hidden landscapes. To get here you will have to start from San Piero in Bagno and follow the SP43 to the village of Alfero and then reach the ghost town.
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Bastia
The city of Bastia is one of the most known ghost towns in the region. Abandoned due to depopulation in the nineteenth century, but also due to an extensive landslide, Bastia today presents itself as a place suspended in time. Among the paths of the Apennines, it is still possible to see the remains of abandoned buildings, now almost covered by vegetation.
To reach Bastia, you will first need to reach the area of the Casentinesi Forests, located near the municipality of Bocconi, between Tuscany and Emilia. Once you arrive in the village, you will need to follow the path that leads to the ancient village.
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Cerreto di Saludecio
The population of Cerreto di Saludecio has slowly decreased due to the emigration of its inhabitants towards more prosperous centres. Built for the first time around the 11th century, Cerreto di Saludecio has all the characteristics of a fortified village.
Visiting it means walking through the silent streets, discover the church, but also the remains of the ancient tower and part of the walls that defended it from the outside. The small town is located in the province of Rimini, and is easily accessible both from Pesaro and Cattolicacontinuing on secondary roads towards the interior.
Even if this hamlet is abandoned, you can always look for holiday homes in Saludecio and its surroundings, in order to rest for a few days in the Emilia-Romagna hinterland.
Bucket washers
Lavacchielli is a former rural town in the province of Parma, near Borgo Val di Taro. Abandoned due to its unfavorable location, today it can be reached with a forty minute walk, but in the past it was much more difficult to get there. The houses in the town they are in good condition and stand the test of time due to the craftsmanship behind their construction.
The country is located halfway between Emilia-Romagna, Tuscany and Liguria. To get here, therefore, you will need to follow the SS523, which runs along the Taro River. At Ostia Parmense, then, you will have to divert inland. There is also one in the village railway station which connects to the cities of Parma and La Spezia.
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