B&B Il Picchio

A nice excursion that starts from Porticella and reaches Monte Calvo (389m). The route takes place in a counter-clockwise loop and inside the Regional Park and on the return road you pass through the Buco dei Vinchi, the Grotta della Spipola, the Buca dei Buoi and finally you return to the starting point.

This short and pleasant route takes place on the cycle path that runs along the Savena stream between San Ruffillo and Carteria di Sesto. A short section of the path passes through the Paleotto Park in Rastignano. Along the way there are numerous rest stops to eat and drink with also playgrounds for children.

This is a short urban walk starting from Villa Mazzacorati Park. The first part of the route takes place in the city up to the Savena stream. From here, walk along the stream in a wood and climb up to Monte Donato along via del Paleotto and Via di Jola. It is also possible to visit the Church of Jola to make a stop halfway.

A beautiful circular walk, in the midst of nature, which runs along sections of the St. Anthony's Way. It starts from the village of Ponticella and begins to follow the path proceeding clockwise reaching the Oratory of Madonna dei bosco. The route takes place inside the Parco Gessi Bolognesi, Calanchi dell'Abbadessa.

The trail was well marked. It was generally muddy, but no stretch was impassable and the maximum water crossing was a small stream. It was quiet, although it never felt far from civilization, as it uses country roads and lanes quite frequently (which I liked). Not too crowded. When there is no fog or mist, the view over the fields and hills is a delight. 2 functional water points. We didn't find any bathrooms. More than 3 options for picnic on benches.