First stop The historical centre and the traces of the Malatesta family

We start at the heart of the borgo, where the remains of the medieval walls, towers and part of the moat can still be admired.

• Walking through the cobbled streets, one discovers the famous granary ditches, evidence of the Malatesta period and the town's ancient agricultural vocation.
• The meeting point è Silvagni Square, the beating heart of the village and a market square since the 18th century, dominated by the Church of Santa Lucia and the 24-metre high civic tower.
• From here we take the “via di mezzo”, along which stand elegant 18th-century buildings and the Church of San Pietro, remodelled in the 18th century by the monks of San Vitale of Ravenna.
• Don't miss the Theatre A. Massari, one of the oldest historical theatres in Romagna: born as an oratory, it became a theatre in 1821 and preserves its typical horseshoe shape.

To close the visit, the Palazzo Malatesta-Carpegna-Corbucci, once a noble residence and now the town hall. Inside, an ethnographic exhibition narrates the daily life of rural Romagna between the 19th and 20th centuries.

Second stop Between piadina, wine and olive trees: the taste of San Giovanni

The land here has always been generous.

Grano, wine and oil tell the agricultural story of San Giovanni, which still boasts quality farms, oil mills and wine cellars that open their doors to visitors for tastings and guided tours.

Among the most curious experiences is the Piadina Experience, opened in 2022: an interactive itinerary that retraces the history of the gastronomic symbol par excellence of Romagna, between tradition, taste and conviviality.

Third stop Nature and sport along the Conca river

For those who love nature and movement, there is the nature trail on the Conca River, an itinerary of about 13 km that can be covered on foot, by bicycle or on horseback.

The route passes through agricultural landscapes, stretches of woodland and nature areas such as the WWF Oasis, offering relaxing views and a new perspective on the area.

Those who wish to continue their day outdoors can choose from the area's sports facilities: a international-level galloping track and a 18-hole golf course, surrounded by greenery.

Tips for true professionals

• Get an early start in the morning: the village light is magical and the streets quieter.
• Stop in the piazza for a coffee and enjoy the slow pace of the village.
• If you love photography, take your camera with you: among the alleys, towers and fields, every glimpse is worth a shot.