Dozza

If you’re looking for a day trip during your stay in Forlì, Dozza is a destination that captures your heart at first sight.
Located between Imola and Bologna, about 40 minutes by car from Forlì, this small medieval village is famous for its uniqueness: its houses and alleys are entirely decorated with mural artworks. No wonder it’s known as “the painted village”.

🎨 An Open-Air Museum
Dozza is renowned throughout Italy for the Biennale del Muro Dipinto, an artistic event born in the 1960s that turned the village into a true open-air art gallery. Artists from all over the world have left their mark on the facades, creating a fascinating blend of historical architecture and contemporary art.
Each corner tells a different story: abstract, figurative, surreal, poetic murals. Strolling through Dozza feels like walking through a dream — an experience that captivates both adults and children.

🏰 The Rocca Sforzesca: History, Views, and Wine
At the center of the village stands the impressive Rocca Sforzesca, a perfectly preserved 13th-century castle. Inside, you’ll find original furniture, weapons, historical artifacts, and even a prison. From its towers, you can admire spectacular views over the Romagna hills.
On the ground floor, you’ll find the Emilia-Romagna Regional Wine Cellar, representing over 200 producers and offering tastings and sales of hundreds of labels, from Sangiovese to Pignoletto, Albana, Lambrusco, and Gutturnio.

🍷 Taste and Tradition
Dozza is also a small paradise for food lovers. In its trattorias, you can enjoy authentic Emilian-Romagnan dishes: tagliatelle with ragù, tortellini in broth, cured meats, cheeses, and traditional desserts. Artisanal shops and small taverns also offer warm tigelle bread with a good glass of local wine.

🚶‍♀️ Things to Do in Dozza and Surroundings

• Stroll through the alleys admiring the murals

• Visit the Rocca and climb its panoramic towers

• Enjoy a tasting at the Regional Wine Cellar

• Dine at a typical trattoria

• Walk the trails among vineyards and woods

• Visit Imola, only 15 minutes away, famous for its racetrack and historic center

🗺️ How to Get There from Forlì
By car: take the SS9 road through Imola. About 45 km, less than an hour immersed in the Romagna countryside.
Parking: The village is traffic-free, but there are convenient parking areas just outside the walls.

📸 Instagram Tip
Every corner of Dozza is photogenic: bring your camera or smartphone and prepare your feed for a burst of colors! Perfect for sharing special moments on social media.

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🏡 Tips for Your Stay

If you have chosen our apartment as your base, take advantage of the strategic location: from Forlì you can easily reach the main stops of the Wine and Flavor Route. After a day of exploration, relax in our large living room or enjoy a dinner on the terrace with products purchased along the way.
You can stay with your whole family or friends at bbromagnamia.it, in the heart of Romagna, with 5 beds, a crib, two bedrooms, free enclosed parking, and all the comforts you need.
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