Premilcuore Travel Guide
Everything you need to plan your trip to the historic town in Emilia-Romagna
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Premilcuore
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Latest page update: 26 May 2025
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By: Dion Protani
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Where to Stay
Where to Stay in Premilcuore
Accommodation in Premilcuore is mostly made up of small mountain lodges, family-run inns and B&Bs that serve hikers and visitors to the nearby national park. For established hotels with fuller facilities and a stronger volume of guest reviews, the wider Province of Forlì-Cesena offers more reliable choices, particularly in the provincial capital.
In Forlì, Grand Hotel Forlì offers modern rooms, a rooftop pool, spa facilities and polished service standards, making it one of the most comprehensive hotel options in the area (€€€). Hotel Michelangelo provides a well-reviewed alternative with comfortable rooms, attentive staff and practical access to local services and main transport routes (€€€). Hotel Masini, set in the historic centre, offers a traditional base within walking distance of shops and cultural landmarks, earning consistently positive feedback for convenience and hospitality (€€).
In Forlì, Grand Hotel Forlì offers modern rooms, a rooftop pool, spa facilities and polished service standards, making it one of the most comprehensive hotel options in the area (€€€). Hotel Michelangelo provides a well-reviewed alternative with comfortable rooms, attentive staff and practical access to local services and main transport routes (€€€). Hotel Masini, set in the historic centre, offers a traditional base within walking distance of shops and cultural landmarks, earning consistently positive feedback for convenience and hospitality (€€).
Where is
Where is Premilcuore?
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The town of Premilcuore is situated within the Province of Forlì-Cesena and has a population of 753 inhabitants.
Standing at an elevation of 459 metres above sea level, it covers a total area of 99 km². Nearby places of interest include San Benedetto in Alpe, Portico di Romagna, Rocca San Casciano, Dovadola and Predappio. |
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Comune di Premilcuore
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Province: Forlì-Cesena
Region: Emilia Romagna Population: 690 (in 2024 - source) Size: 99 km² Elevation: 459 metres Close by: San Benedetto in Alpe, Portico di Romagna, Predappio Recommended accommodation: Borgo Conde Wine Resort |
Awarded the Bandiera Arancione (Orange Flag)
Since: 2005
1 of 12 in Emilia Romagna listed by Touring Club Italiano
Since: 2005
1 of 12 in Emilia Romagna listed by Touring Club Italiano
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Discover Premilcuore
Premilcuore is a village in the province of Forlì-Cesena, set in the upper Rabbi Valley within the Tuscan-Romagnol Apennines. Surrounded by forests and mountain slopes, it retains the appearance of a medieval settlement with stone houses, narrow lanes, and remnants of its historic fortifications. Its position makes it one of the gateways to the protected landscapes of the Apennines.
The main landmark is the Church of San Martino, while the Oratorio di San Lorenzo and old town gateways add to its historic character. Premilcuore is also known for its natural surroundings, with trails leading into the Foreste Casentinesi National Park, where waterfalls, streams, and woodland paths attract walkers and nature enthusiasts. Road connections link it with Predappio and other towns along the Rabbi Valley, while mountain routes provide access towards Tuscany.
The main landmark is the Church of San Martino, while the Oratorio di San Lorenzo and old town gateways add to its historic character. Premilcuore is also known for its natural surroundings, with trails leading into the Foreste Casentinesi National Park, where waterfalls, streams, and woodland paths attract walkers and nature enthusiasts. Road connections link it with Predappio and other towns along the Rabbi Valley, while mountain routes provide access towards Tuscany.
Things to Do
Things to Do in Premilcuore
- Medieval Centre and Stone Architecture: Premilcuore has preserved its medieval layout, with narrow lanes, arched gateways, and traditional stone houses. The town’s historic charm is evident in buildings like Porta Fiorentina, once a fortified entrance, and the old clock tower that rises above the rooftops.
- Chiesa di San Lorenzo: This parish church has been rebuilt several times but retains elements of its original 13th-century structure. The interior features a blend of Baroque and Romanesque styles, with wooden statues, paintings, and side chapels reflecting the religious traditions of the area.
- Mulino Mengozzi and Ecomuseum: Just outside the town, this restored 18th-century watermill now serves as a rural life museum. Visitors can see traditional tools and working machinery powered by the Rabbi River, offering insight into local customs and agricultural life in the Apennines.
- Trekking in the Foreste Casentinesi: Surrounded by the Parco Nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Premilcuore offers direct access to nature trails through wooded valleys and mountain ridges. The area is ideal for walking, birdwatching, and discovering natural features such as Cascata della Sega, a nearby waterfall.
- Day Trip to Santa Sofia: Around 25 minutes away, Santa Sofia offers riverside walks, contemporary art exhibitions, and further access to national park trails. It’s a quiet cultural and natural destination that pairs well with Premilcuore for a longer stay in the upper Rabbi Valley.
Tours and Activities
Premilcuore Tours and Activities
Photo Gallery
Premilcuore Photo Gallery
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How to Get to [Place Name]
How to Get to Premilcuore
By Rail: Premilcuore does not have its own train station. The nearest station is in Forlì, about 35 kilometres away, on the Bologna–Rimini line operated by Trenitalia. From Bologna, the train to Forlì takes around 40 minutes, and from there Premilcuore can be reached in about 50 minutes by car or local bus.
By Road: Premilcuore is situated in the Apennine hills of Emilia-Romagna, within the Foreste Casentinesi National Park. From Forlì, the distance is around 35 kilometres, with a driving time of about 50 minutes via the SS67 and provincial roads. From Florence, the journey is approximately 90 kilometres and takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes. Parking is available near the village centre and at the edge of the historic area.
Nearest International Airports:
By Road: Premilcuore is situated in the Apennine hills of Emilia-Romagna, within the Foreste Casentinesi National Park. From Forlì, the distance is around 35 kilometres, with a driving time of about 50 minutes via the SS67 and provincial roads. From Florence, the journey is approximately 90 kilometres and takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes. Parking is available near the village centre and at the edge of the historic area.
Nearest International Airports:
- Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport: About 95 kilometres from Premilcuore, with a drive of around 1 hour and 40 minutes. This is the most convenient major airport, with extensive domestic and international services.
- Florence Airport (Peretola): Approximately 90 kilometres away, with a journey time of about 1 hour and 50 minutes. A practical choice for European routes.
- Rimini Federico Fellini Airport: Roughly 105 kilometres from Premilcuore, taking around 1 hour and 50 minutes by car. Offers seasonal and international flights.
Private Transfers
Premilcuore Private Transfers
A private transfer is the most convenient way to travel to or from Premilcuore, offering a direct service without the need to rely on rural bus routes or drive the twisting Apennine roads yourself. You’ll be collected from your chosen location and driven by a local, professional driver, ensuring a smooth and reliable journey.
From Premilcuore, the nearest hub is Forlì, which can be reached in about 50 minutes, a distance of 40 km. Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport is around 1 hour 35 minutes away at 105 km, while Florence Airport can be reached in about 1 hour 25 minutes, covering 85 km. A transfer to Rimini usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes with a journey of 95 km. For those travelling further afield, Milan Linate Airport is about 3 hours away, a distance of 270 km.
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
From Premilcuore, the nearest hub is Forlì, which can be reached in about 50 minutes, a distance of 40 km. Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport is around 1 hour 35 minutes away at 105 km, while Florence Airport can be reached in about 1 hour 25 minutes, covering 85 km. A transfer to Rimini usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes with a journey of 95 km. For those travelling further afield, Milan Linate Airport is about 3 hours away, a distance of 270 km.
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
