Emilia Romagna is a region located in the North-Eastern side of the country, overlooking the Adriatic Sea to the East and the Appennini Mountains to the West.

Its locations are very well-known for outstanding hospitality and customer service and are a great tourist destination all year round, whether it’s for a relaxing holiday, a trip through Italy or a golfing vacation.

Let’s briefly explore this wonderful region together:

Emilia-Romagna Curiosities and History

Emilia-Romagna was once divided into the two separate states of Emilia and Romagna, who have always been connected due to historical occurrences and territorial dominance.

Celts and Etruscans settled in the region until it was conquered by some Celtic tribes first, then by the Romans.

Afterwards, Emilia and Romagna have been dominated by different authorities, with Emilia being under municipal authority and Romagna under papal authority, making the region the field of severe wars through time.

Emilia and Romagna were officially unified in 1970, becoming a single state and preserving both of the original regions’ names.

Emilia-Romagna Landmarks

Looking for the best attractions and monuments in Emilia-Romagna?

Here’s a short landmark list curated for short stays and for golfers, in order to achieve the most out of the available time and to enjoy the local culture.

Bologna: Piazza Maggiore, Basilica, Le Due Torri degli Asinelli, Santuario di Madonna di San Luca and Basilica di San Petronio.

Parma: Cattedrale di Parma, Teatro Farnese, Battistero di Parma, Camera di San Paolo and Monastero di San Giovanni Evangelista.

Ravenna: Basilica di San Vitale, Mausoleo di Galla Placidia, Basilica di Sant’Apollinare Nuovo, Battistero Neoniano and Dante’s Tomb.

Food & Wine in Emilia-Romagna

Emilia-Romagna, as one might imagine, is rich in culinary and winemaking traditions.

Here are our best recommendations for our beloved golfers and travelers:

Tagliatelle al Ragù: Better known abroad as Bolognese sauce, ragù is a creamy tomato sauce with ground meat that enriches pasta (especially tagliatelle) in a delightful way. What better place to taste it than where it was originally invented?

Tortellini in Brodo: Tortellini are a short type of pasta stuffed with meat, cheese or other ingredients. In this recipe, they are cooked and served in broth to please and fill all stomachs.

Piadina: One can’t visit Emilia-Romagna without tasting the iconic piadina, a traditional type of flatbread very light and tasty, filled with cold cuts, cheese, vegetables and other ingredients. The perfect pairing might be - according to one’s taste - the delicious and iconic Parma ham.

Lambrusco: A sparkling red wine is rich in flavor due to its fresh and fruity notes and its liveliness due to the bubbles. To be paired with meat recipes and fat meat cuts.

Sangiovese: This iconic red wine is full-bodied, fresh and dry, with fruity aromatic notes. The perfect pairing for meat dishes and savory meat-based recipes, like Tagliatelle al Ragù.

Malvasia: A delicious white wine with aromas of fruit and flowers and a pleasant fruity flavor. To be paired with fish recipes and non meat-based pasta dishes, like Tortellini in Brodo.

What to do in Emilia Romagna

Wondering what are the best activities - besides golf - and excursions you can enjoy in Emilia-Romagna?

Here are our top 3:

Guided E-bike Tour of Bologna with Tastings: Explore the famous hills of Bologna on your rental e-bike, visit the most iconic landmarks in the area and taste local food through this unique tour.

Private Emilia Romagna Food Tour Full Day: Treat yourself to the best tastings in the region and get remarkable memories - especially for your tongue and stomach. Food and wine will no longer taste the same after this tour.

All In: Lambo, Ferrari, Balsamic Vinegar, Wine, Parmesan, PrivateTransport: Experience the best of food and motors in this full day tour in Emilia-Romagna. Visit the renowned Ferrari and Lamborghini museums, taste balsamic vinegar, wine and cheese, all hassle-free.

Best Golf Courses in Emilia-Romagna

This region is home to great golf courses.

Here are some of the best:

Bologna Golf Club:

Bologna Golf Club is the 1st golf course and the 1st Club in Emilia-Romagna.

With 18 holes on a 5,846-meter course, considered among the most beautiful in Italy and located just 20 minutes from the center of Bologna, the club offers players of all levels a high-class playing experience in an exceptional location.

Salsomaggiore Golf:

The delicate course isn’t particularly demanding and develops, with many hills, in a silent and magnificent valley where you can enjoy breathtaking views. In the first months of 2018 the course was subjected to big restoration interventions and now presents with renewed greens and tees and an excellent maintenance.

Le Fonti Golf Club:

Le Fonti Golf Club opened its doors in 1999 and is based on a design by the architect Ivano Serrantoni, who, to this day, is still president of the sports club. The 18-hole course is located in the Sillaro River Valley, at the point where it overlooks the Po Valley.

The course was completely seeded with Bermuda Patriot grass seed in 2014, guaranteeing perfect playability all year round.

Adriatic Golf Club:

A championship course with 18 holes, PAR 72, 6360 meters, settled over 80 hectares and characterized by an interesting layout and shape.

On Golf Adriatic, as well as on all courses by the sea, the wind can play a significant role, along with strategically placed bunkers and skillfully crafted greens.

Modena Golf Club:

Modena Golf Club, located in the beautiful 

Wide greens, a variety of tee boxes, multiple fairway slopes and 5 artificial lakes all within the typical landscape of Modena’s hills. Shaped among oaks, maples and evergreen shrubs, this course is an ideal spot for both amateur and professional events, ranging from prestigious junior tournaments to the 50th edition of the Open d’Italia sanctioned by the European Tour.

The club features two courses:

“Bernhard Langer” Championship Course, 18 holes, par 72, 6,423 meters, inaugurated in 1990.

​​Executive course, 9 holes, par 27, 976 meters.

Emilia-Romagna Travel Package - Featured Golfing Trips in Emilia Romagna

Looking for the best way to experience Emilia-Romagna and to play golf on its finest courses?

Check out our dedicated packages for the best golfing trips in Emilia Romagna!

Golf Escape in Romagna

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Emilia-Romagna Italy Golf: Is it the destination for you?

Whether you’re looking for a solo golfing trip to play as much as possible or to experience Italy with your friends and family while being able to play golf, this region has lots to offer. Check out our golf travel packages above and find your golfing inspiration in Emilia-Romagna!

Alternatively, if you’re interested in booking a golfing trip here or anywhere else, you can email us at: info@golftourexperience.com and allow us to meticulously arrange all the services you might need and desire.

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