Parco Regionale dello Stirone e del Piacenziano

The park spans 2,190 hectares along the Stirone River, featuring diverse landscapes from gentle plains to stark badlands in the Apennine foothills.

The establishment of the park in December 2011 marked a transition from agricultural land to a protected area preserving geological formations and natural habitats.

The Via Emilia and Via Francigena ancient routes cross through the park, connecting historical settlements, castles, and parish churches in the region.

Visitors can access 13 different natural environments through designated trails, with facilities for picnicking, fishing, and recreational vehicle parking throughout the area.

Marine sediments and fossils from the Upper Miocene, Pliocene, and Pleistocene periods create an outdoor museum spanning 8 million years of Earth's history.

Location: Province of Parma

Location: Province of Piacenza

Inception: December 23, 2011

GPS coordinates: 44.84040,9.95570

Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:40