The Ducal Palace in Sassuolo (Modena)

Place of delight of the Este Family

Sighseeing this palace transformed into a prestigious summer residence by Francesco I d'Este in 1634 does have a big surprise in store for you... The palace, also dubbed "Place of Delight" due to its architecture enhanced by fountains and surrounded by green areas, set in the wide valley of the Secchia River,  to its richly decorated halls, stands out as a true gem in the baroque culture of Northern Italy... Hence, it should be  included in both national and international recommended itineraries. Sassuolo is not just to be regarded as a simple stopover either in the motor valley or in the ceramic land, but much more than that....