Telephone and fax: 0546/81468
Description: The Parco Naturale Carne was opened in 1973 on an initiative of the region of Ravenna and cities of Faenza and Brisighella. The park’s nucleus, about 40 hectares, represents a concentration of all the most characteristic geological aspects of the Vena del Gesso. You can in fact observe superficial karst phenomenon (dolines, erosion, draining bubbles), as well as subterranean phenomenon such as sink holes, karst springs, wells. You can reach the Ca Carne, visitor centre and guest rooms, thanks to a rural carriage road that goes down through vast dolines, the one on the left is very wide and grassy, while the one on the right is more wild and hidden by thick vegetation. Other dolines worth mentioning are the “Catino di Pilato ”at the foot of Monte Rontana, the twin dolines in the Abisso Faenza and the little doline called “Dolina del Gufo” (the doline of the owl). The park represents a well conserved example of the flowers and vegetation of the Vena del Gesso. Among the arboreal species present are maples, the domestic service tree, the wild service tree, the wild cherry tree, chestnut trees, elms, and the adriatic oak. You will also find wild lime wood and ash. In the spring you will see species such as the dog’s tooth violet and orchids and ferns in humid areas. The park is populated by various fauna such as the garden mouse, hedgehogs, squirrels, dormouse, fox, skunks and porcupines. You can also find roe deer and boars. There are also various species of bats. Among the birds worth mentioning are the green woodpecker, the hoopoe, and the extremely rare and colourful roller. In the park nest also owls, sparrow hawks, and buzzards.
Additional notes: You can make reservations to stay overnight in the guest quarters by calling 0546/81468.
The park represents the ideal place to spend the day of short vacations immersed in silence and the beauty of nature; in addition, from May to September the park offers many events, performances, guided tours, and educational excursions.
Carnè Park opening hour:
From January to March – from October to December
Saturday, Sunday and public holiday from 9.00 to 17.00
From April to September
Everyday from 9.00 to 20.00
Entrance fee:
Access to the park is free. There is a fee for those who want to stay in the guest rooms, or camp, or participate in the events held at the park.
Directions: From Brisighella take the provincial road toward Riolo Terme. After about 3 km. of panoramic road, near the restaurant “Da Mario e manicomi”, on the left you will see a sign indicating Parco Carne. Follow the successive indications that lead to the parking lot next to the park entrance. Leave the car here and walk about 1 km. on the unpaved road ( it is strictly prohibited to enter with non authorised vehicles).
