Trekking in Bologna between sport and taste

Bologna and its arcades, a symbol of community and hospitality. The portico that climbs from the historic centre to the Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca stretches 3.7 kilometres, made up of 666 arches and 15 chapels, an ideal choice for pilgrimages and Sunday walks. Walk under the arches built to protect the faithful and step after step reach the Colle della Guardia, in a path seen as a metaphor of a serpent, the Devil, crushed by the Madonna. The triumph of good over evil. Start from Porta Saragozza and arrive at the monumental Meloncello arch and then uphill for another two kilometres, admiring the chapels distributed along the route that climbs the hills. Reach the Sanctuary surmounted by a large dome, an unmistakable shape that enriches the panorama. Climb a few more steps to the small terrace from which you can lose your gaze over Bologna and its towers. Treat yourself to a well-deserved refreshment with the taste of this land: Modena piadine or tigelle, fried Bolognese tortellini, mortadella and other Emilian cured meats, Parmigiano Reggiano and a good glass of Lambrusco or craft beer.