Spring in the Parma Valleys: exhibitions to visit and practical info

Spring in the Parma Valleys: exhibitions and highlights

The Parma Valleys present a series of spring exhibitions and cultural venues—museums, historic residences and outdoor installations. Below is a concise guide to the main shows, related events and practical details for planning visits.

Exhibitions and venues

• Fondazione Magnani-Rocca (Traversetolo) – a major exhibition on Symbolism in Italy traces the movement’s development between the 19th and 20th centuries. The show is open until 28 June 2026.
• Rocca Sanvitale (Sala Baganza) – in the Antonio Farnese apartments the exhibition “Racconti materici” runs from 23 May to 29 November 2026, marking sculptor Brunivo Buttarelli’s eightieth anniversary.
• Parco Nevicati (Collecchio) – hosting the photographic project “Razza Umana” from May, with large-format portraits installed on totems across the park.
• Museo Guatelli (Collecchio) and Museo Brozzi (Traversetolo) – permanent collections showcasing ethnographic heritage and animalist sculpture, respectively.
• Food Museums (Collecchio, Sala Baganza, Felino) – thematic exhibitions and family workshops; the Salame Museum in Felino can be visited together with the Castle of Felino and includes a tasting.

Related events and tastings

• Festival della Malvasia – scheduled for 16–17 May 2026 at Rocca Sanvitale, featuring tastings, masterclasses and awards (Coseta d’Or and Perlen’na d’Or).
• Di…Vin Formaggio – on 9–10 May 2026 Parco Nevicati hosts producers of cheeses and wines, guided tastings and market stalls; preparatory cultural meetings take place on 8, 22 and 29 April 2026 at Villa Soragna.

Outdoor routes and combined experiences

The area is ideal for slow travel: bike routes, trekking loops and trails that link Parma to nearby towns and cultural sites.

• Cyclotourism route – from Palazzo Ducale to Fondazione Magnani-Rocca: about 53.5 km with 326 m elevation gain, passing Liberty-style villas and ending at Villa Magnani’s Romantic Park.
• Trekking options – circular routes through the Parco del Taro, the Pieve di Talignano and the village of Segalara, suitable for different fitness levels.
• Natural areas – the Cronovilla Oasis in Traversetolo and stretches along the Taro river between Collecchio and Fornovo are perfect for combining nature and cultural visits.

Visitor information

Tickets and reservations: check opening hours and booking procedures on the official pages of each venue before your visit.

Tourist office: located at Rocca Sanvitale in Sala Baganza. Opening hours: daily except Monday, 10:00–13:00 and 15:00–17:00. For inquiries: [email protected].

This overview helps plan visits to the spring exhibitions in the Parma Valleys, combining museum stops with food events and outdoor itineraries.