Bentivoglio

Bentivoglio is a commune in the Metropolitan City of Bologna situated in the Emilia-Romagna region northeast of the city. The landscape here is flat and characterized by agricultural fields connected by canals and rural roads that link to surrounding towns.

The area saw early settlement during ancient times, with evidence of habitation dating back to the 10th century BC found through burial sites. The location gradually became important as a crossroads for regional trade and movement.

The agricultural museum at Villa Smeraldi shows how local farming communities lived and worked through objects, tools, and spaces from their daily lives. Visitors can see the traditions that shaped the region's rural character.

The area is accessible by car or regional buses thanks to good road connections to larger cities in the province. The flat terrain makes walking and cycling through the countryside easy and suitable for most visitors.

An old local name refers to a bridge where young horses and foals were frequently moved across, revealing how important transport routes were in the area. This place name reflects the long history of connections through the region.

Location: Metropolitan City of Bologna

Capital city: Bentivoglio

Elevation above the sea: 19 m

Shares border with: Argelato, Malalbergo, Minerbio, San Giorgio di Piano, Granarolo dell'Emilia, Castel Maggiore, San Pietro in Casale

Website: https://comune.bentivoglio.bo.it

GPS coordinates: 44.63528,11.41889

Latest update: December 12, 2025 00:28