A journey through time to discover the ancient splendours of Salsomaggiore Terme, one of Italy's most famous spa towns, famous for its refined architecture and elegant atmosphere that still tells the storey of its past.

Strolling among majestic Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and Rationalist buildings, beautiful gardens, and charming views, we will retrace the history of the city: from an ancient place of extraction of the precious fossil salt, essential for the preservation and ageing of Parmigiano Reggiano and local cured meats, to its transformation into a renowned, internationally acclaimed spa centre.

An itinerary through art, history, architecture and curiosities, to discover the most elegant and surprising side of Salsomaggiore.

Places visited: Terme Berzieri, City Hall, Largo Roma, Palazzina Warowland, Viale Romagnosi, Palazzetto delle Poste, Parco Corazza, Palazzo dei Congressi

At the end of the route, there is the option of a food tasting of ice cream with typical Salsomaggiore flavours at the Sanelli gelateria (featured by Gambero Rosso).

Meeting point: In front of the entrance to Palazzo Berzieri, Piazza Lorenzo Berzieri, 1, 43039 Salsomaggiore Terme PR, Italy

Tour duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

All our guided visits are conducted by licensed tour guides.

Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the tour. The tours start with the utmost punctuality.