South-east of Mantua, not far from Po northern riverbank. XVII century San Giovanni Battista parish church, later renovated. Economy based on stock-breeding and agriculture. Bagnolo comes from Latin balneum = marsh, because of this land origin. Here is what to see when going to Bagnolo (14 Km far from Mantua): - Forcello archaeological park: it is where a VI century B.C. Etruscan village once stood. Forcello was an important trade centre between Greece and Central Europe; its variegated and rich archaeological finds bear witness of it. Visitors can try 4 different workshops: Being an archaeologist, Weaves from the past, The potter art, Dining with the Etruscans. - Travata draining plant: it was built in 1924-1928, along Mincio river. It can drain and irrigate 10.000 hectares land. - Villa Riva Berni: about 1 Km far from South Mantua tollboth, towards San Giacomo Po. It is a XVII century building with two grand staircases to entry. The façade upper part is decked with terracotta bas-relieves depicting Mantuan spots.
- Museo della Civiltà Contadina – id est the rural civilization museum -: a collection of ancient farm implements and carts. The collection is organized by sections: working, studying, playing, leisure.
In Correggio the Casa dei Concari Palazzo Buris will be soon visible near the XVII c. Bertazzolo hydraulic artefact .
Events: San Vito festival (in June) - AVIS festival (in July) – Angel festival (in September)