Via degli Dei Restaurant in Bologna: the ideal stop for enjoying tradition along the way.

Between parks, trails, and mountains, the Via degli Dei (Way of the Gods) is one of the most fascinating hikes in the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines. The route, well-marked by the CAI (Italian Alpine Club), can be divided into several stages, accessible even to inexperienced hikers: it is classified as a type E (Excursion – Easy) itinerary.

The route, which connects Bologna to Florence, passes through woods, ridges, and ancient villages, following a path that existed in Roman times. Its current name recalls the pagan deities present in the area's toponyms: Monte Adone, Monzuno (Mons Junonis), Monte Venere, and Monte Luario (dedicated to the goddess Lua).

For those who travel the Via degli Dei and are looking for a quality break between one stage and another, our restaurant on Via degli Dei in Bologna It's an ideal choice. Located in Madonna dei Fornelli, one of the most popular destinations along the route, the Albergo Ristorante Poli offers a warm welcome, traditional cuisine, and a relaxing setting surrounded by nature. It's the perfect place to recharge, enjoy authentic dishes, and enjoy the silence of the Apennines.

Furthermore, those who also want a place to stay for the night can take advantage of our hotel via degli dei Bologna, with comfortable rooms designed specifically for those who travel this route on foot or by bicycle.

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From April to October, trekking and mountain biking along the ancient Roman road

Archaeological research has highlighted how the ancient medieval paths and mule tracks, which ran along the ridge between Savena and Setta, connecting Bologna and Florence, partly followed a Roman road, probably the trans-Apennine road built by C. Flaminio in 187 BC between Bologna and Arezzo, known as the Flaminia Militare.

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This ancient road cuts almost in half through the municipality of San Benedetto Val di Sambro: the route reaches the summit of Mount Galletto, passes the village of Cedrecchia on the left, and enters the village of Madonna dei Fornelli. It then continues to the village of La Bonacca, climbing to Pedrosa and the summit of Mount Cucchi. From there, it reaches Pian di Balestra and, following the watershed, reaches the slopes of Mount Bastione, before continuing into Tuscany. This is a primarily nature-based excursion, with interesting historical sites, such as the archaeological sites on the Flaminia Militare at Sassorosso, Pedrosa, and Mount Bastione, near San Benedetto Val di Sambro. To make this journey even more special, a stop at our restaurant, Via degli Dei, Bologna, allows you to savor traditional flavors, recharge your batteries, and continue onward with renewed energy. If you're also looking for a hotel on Via degli Dei, Bologna, immersed in nature yet offering all the comforts, our Albergo Ristorante Poli welcomes you with its friendly service and amenities designed for hikers.

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Where to eat and stay along the Via degli Dei: a tasteful and relaxing experience

For those who travel the Via degli Dei and are looking for places to eat and stay overnight located along the route: our restaurant on Via degli Dei in Bologna represents the perfect choice for a regenerating culinary stop: located in Madonna dei Fornelli, one of the most popular places on the route, the Albergo Ristorante Poli offers typical Emilian cuisine dishes prepared with local ingredients and a welcoming environment in which to regain energy after a demanding stage; at the same time, those also looking for a hotel along the way, You'll find comfortable rooms and services dedicated to walkers and trekking enthusiasts, with a warm welcome and flexible hours to allow everyone to rest and continue their journey with enthusiasm, thus enjoying a complete experience of taste, relaxation, and hospitality along one of the most fascinating routes in the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines.