Parco urbano Giorgio Bassani

Parco urbano Giorgio Bassani is a large green space situated between Ferrara's city walls and the Po River, featuring wooded sections, water bodies, and cycling paths. The park integrates different landscape types, from dense forest zones to open water areas and cleared meadows.

The site served as a hunting ground for the Este family during the Renaissance, linked to the nearby Delizia di Belfiore palace. Over time it transitioned from a private aristocratic reserve into public recreational space for the city.

The park honors Italian writer Giorgio Bassani, who had strong ties to Ferrara and its literary scene. It regularly hosts festivals like the hot air balloon event and kite festival, drawing visitors interested in celebrating local traditions.

The park can be entered from several points and has parking near Via Bacchelli with direct connections to bus lines 4c and 11. Visitors should plan adequate time since the space is large, and different routes work depending on whether you prefer cycling, walking, or exploring specific zones.

The area includes an ecological corridor called Addizione Verde that forms a green link between the city walls and the Po River nature reserve. This continuous green strip allows wildlife to move freely between different habitats.