Sulphur Mine Predappio Alta
The Solfatara of Predappio Alta is one of the oldest sulphurs mine in Romagna, documented since 1645. After various events, in the 1920s, logistical support and construction works (roads, power plants, cableway for the transport of the mineral) were carried out, probably driven by a propaganda and political interest rather than a justified economic interest. Despite the abundance of means and efforts, the results were disappointing and the Solfatara was abandoned in 1941. Today the Solfatara is managed by the Pro Loco di Predappio Alta which organizes every year a nativity scene inside the mine and uses the caves for maturing the Pecorino di Pienza cheese.
Via Zolfatara, 7 Predappio Alta - Italy/Forlì/Emilia Romagna
Tourist experience: Mining tourism is focused on the remains of mining activities and mining heritage and mining tourists are drawn by the possibility of guided tours through the underground workings of former mine, its technical equipment and buildings. Furthermore an integral part of cultural tourism is its educational aspect. Mining can contribute to the development of learning in various fields as the discovery of many new chemical elements and minerals and the comprehension of phenomena and processes under the earth’s surface.
Spoken languages: Italian, English
Experience duration: 2 hours
Opening: Only on request from mid- January to end of November.
During the Christmas Holidays:
Saturdays: 2pm-6pm
Sundays: 10am-6pm
Booking: Yes - Proloco Predappio Alta
20-40 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: No wheel chairs or people with mobility problems
Tourist contact: Barbara Lucchi
Cultural immaterial heritage: Local events (theatre, music, dance, exhibitions)
Natural heritage: Naturalistic itineraries, Hills, Caves, Flora
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes, Pathways
Hidden intangible patrimony: Gastronomy and culinary practices
Experiences: Showing around
Local contact: Barbara Lucchi
Form filler: Tristana Randi