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Things to see in Porcigatone (Italy): 27 places and when to go
Porcigatone is a town in Italy, and this site lists 27 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (11), History (7), Nature (6). The best known are Monte Pelpi, Castle of Bardi and Castello of Compiano. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 39. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 44.5096, 9.7438
- Places
- 27 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (11) · History (7) · Nature (6) · Mountains (5) · Temples (2) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- BLQ Bologna, 123 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Monte Molinatico, at 1,550 m.
What to see in Porcigatone
The places in and around Porcigatone, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Monte PelpiMountain in Italy8.4 km
- Castle of BardiCastle in Bardi, Italy13 km
- Castello of CompianoCastle in Compiano, Italy6.6 km
- Monte MolinaticoMountain in Italy10 km
- Castello di BelforteBuilding in Borgo Val di Taro, Italy10.0 km
- Castle of Borgo Val di TaroBuilding in Borgo Val di Taro, Italy3.1 km
- Castle of GravagoCastle in Gravago, Bardi, Italy9.2 km
- Castle of PietracervaraCastle in Bardi, Italy14 km
- Sant'AntoninoChurch building in Borgo Val di Taro, Italy3.0 km
- Rocca di GusaliggioRocca in Valmozzola, Italy12 km
- Monte ScassellaMountain in Italy13 km
- Monte ZucconeMountain in Italy14 km
- Beata Vergine AddolorataBuilding in Bedonia, Italy15 km
- Pizzo d'OcaSummit12 km
- Polo museale del seminario vescovileMuseum8.9 km
- Abbot's WayHiking11 km
- E1 Toscana 01 Passo dei Due Santi - Passo della CisaHiking12 km
- E1 Toscana 01 Variante 1.1Hiking15 km
- Grande Escursione Appenninica - Tappa 24Hiking12 km
- Grande Escursione Appenninica - Tappa 25Hiking10 km
- Riserva Naturale Regionale Oasi WWF dei GhirardiProtected area5 m
- Trekking Lunigiana 4Hiking13 km
- Via Abati Variante CaffaracciaHiking4.3 km
- Via degli Abati: Tappa 7Hiking6.0 km
And the other 3, by what you come to do:
When to go to Porcigatone
The best time to visit Porcigatone is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:00
- FebPossible10:13
- MarPossible11:38
- AprBest time13:15
- MayBest time14:36
- JunBest time15:20
- JulPossible15:02
- AugPossible13:52
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:43
- NovPossible9:20
- DecPossible8:39
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 39. In April, 27 of the 27 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Porcigatone
The nearest main airport is Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ, Bologna), 123 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- La Spezia38 places44 km
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And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Porcigatone?
The best known: Monte Pelpi, Castle of Bardi, Castello of Compiano, Monte Molinatico, Castello di Belforte. In all, 27 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Porcigatone?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 39.
How do you get to Porcigatone?
The nearest main airport is Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), 123 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Porcigatone as the destination and these 27 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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