Nature holidays on the Adriatic Coast
The history and tradition of this beautiful province is closely linked with the natural surroundings.
The elements of Earth and Water are an integral part of the Ferrara territory and its unique landscape.

The Palio in Ferrara
A month of parades, races and competitions. 4, 10, 11, 17 May – Traditional Estense Banner Throwing competitions
25 may : The Palio Race info: 0039 0532 751263

The Festival of the Madonna of the Sea
31/5 - 3/6 at Portogaribaldi
Procession leaving from the port canal with motor fishing boats and entertainment for all the family. Info tel. + 39 0533 314154

Ferrara Busker Festival
From the 22th to the 31th of August the biggest festival of street musicians from all over the world fills the streets of Ferrara with music and concerts.
Info: +39 0532 249337

Po Delta Birdwatching fair
The International Birdwatching fair is returning to Comacchio. It is dedicated to bird watching and naturalistic sports with exhibitions, and guided excursions throughout the Po Delta Park. From 25/04 to 27/04 – info: +39 0533 57693

Go karting
At S. Giuseppe di Comacchio. The Pomposa Circuit has a Karting track and a Mini Moto track for racing and race viewing, all this just a few metres from the sea.

Music at Pomposa
In the beautiful surroundings of the Pomposa Abbey a concert season with international guests celebrates its 42st edition this year.
From June to September. Info. +39 0533 719 110

Fashion Show at Comacchio
The most famous names in Italian fashion show their designs in the enchanting surroundings of the famous Trepponti at Comacchio. An evening dedicated to elegance and to the made in Italy label.
7 June 2008 Info: +39 0533 314154

Beach Tennis Tour
“Turquoise Ferrara Terra e Acqua” is the name of the tournament that brings the champions of beach volley ball to the Comacchio beaches to compete for the Champions Cup.
Info: +39 335 373794

Holidays for Children
The Comacchio beach resorts offer lots of enjoyment for children: play grounds, inflatables, amusement arcades and tracks for mini cars and mini motorbikes are open to visitors at Lido delle Nazioni for the whole of the summer.

The Eel Festival - Comacchio
During the first two weekends of October Comacchio brings together food lovers to enjoy local products and delicious eel dishes prepared according to traditional recipies.
Info: +39 0533 314154

Sportur Country – Lido Estensi
On the 16 March Lido Estensi hosts the 7th International Gran Fondo di MTB in Italy “Valli di Comacchio Trofeo Ferrara terra e acqua”, a mountain bike competition held on the Po Delta.
Info: +39 0544 974395

Trips into the Comacchio Estuary
There are lots of possibilities on offer to discover the natural beauty of the Comacchio Estuary: itineraries along pre-equipped routes and by river.
Tel +39 0533 310111

Anteprima Busker Festival
23th and 24th of August Comacchio is host to the Pre-Buskers Festival with international musicians and street artists playing in the streets of the historical centre.
Info: +39 0533 314154 – 0532 249337

The Asparugus Festival – Mesola
The Asparagus Festival is held in Mesola between the end of April and the beginning of May.
Local farms offer their produce and a restaurant service offers asparagus dishes.
Info: +39 0533 993358

The Museum of the Roman ship - Comacchio
This museum is dedicated to the "Fortuna maris", the Roman ship uncovered in 1981 at Valle Ponti. It dates back to the era of the Roman Empire and was used for river and sea trade.
Times and info: +39 0533 311316

The Strawberry festival - Lagosanto
Every year in the middle of May Lagosanto organises the strawberry festival together with local framers and fruit growers.
Info: +39 0533 681359

The Fish Festival - Gorino
Every weekend in June Goro and Gorino host the Fish Festival where it is possible to taste fresh fish dishes.
Info: +39 0533 995030

The Salt Mill of Comacchio
This is one of the most interesting natural features of the Po Delta Park with its salt extraction mills. It is also one of the most important points for birdwatching in this area. Info free visits: +39 340 2534267

The Bosco Eliceo Wine festival
22th, 23th, 24th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th, 31th of August S. Giuseppe di Comacchio hosts the Wine harvest and Bosco Eliceo wine festival. The Bosco Eliceo wine is one of the unique local products of the Po Delta.
Info: +39 0533 314154 – 318747

The pumpkin festival - Pontelangorino
This extraordinary event, held at the end of August at Pontelangorino, celebrates the Pumpkin one of the most important elements of Ferrarese cooking.
Info: +39 0533 729511

Mirabilandia: pure fun!
The Mirabilandia fun park is located in Ravenna. It offers rides, shows and entertainment for all the family including Mirabilandia Beach, an oasis with swimming pools, slides and water games.
Info: +39-0544-561111

Comacchio: The Capital of the Delta
This unique town is made up of lots of small islands linked by 12 bridges.
Alongside the picturesque town canals there are many restaurants serving the local fish products.

Markets
During the summer months the Lidi of Comacchio have evening street markets where visitors can browse through the many stalls and buy the artistic and ethnic wares. Wednesday evening at Lido delle Nazioni and Saturday at Lido Degli Estensi. Info: +39 0533 327464

The Po Delta motor cruisers
Leaving the pier in Porto Garibaldi the motor cruisers travel up the port canal and enter into the Po Delta to admire the surrounding wildlife, or travel to the mouth of the river and navigate down to the Lighthouse in Goro.
Info: +39 0533 329076

Sport on the Lake
The Nazioni Lake is located near to the Nazioni lido. It is the ideal destination for water sport lovers. The lake offers waterski, canoe and sailing facilities. There are also horse riding walks around the lake.
Info: +39 0533 327464

Along the Comacchio Canals
Trips organised along the Comacchio Canals in the typical, local vessels called “ batane”. From April to October. Promoted by the volunteer Cultural Association of “Barcaioli”.

Festival of the Sea - Comacchio
During the months of July and August there is a full calender of musical and theatre shows held in the surroundings of the Trepponti at Comacchio.
Info : +39 0533 314154