Some of the fastest machines in the world are produced in and around Bologna, home to Lamborghini, Ducati, Malaguti and several top engine manufacturers. Ferrari and Maserati are in nearby Modena.
The Emilia-Romagna tourism website has dedicated an area to the Motor Valley, where you can find more detailed information on where to go to ‘explore the land where speed was born’ (check also the Motor Valley’s website in English).
Ducati Factory and Museum
via Cavalieri Ducati 3
www.ducati.com/borgo-panigale-experience
Museum visits are coupled with a tour of the factory and must be booked ahead. Booking can be done online.
Enzo e Dino Ferrari Race Track
via Fratelli Rosselli 2
Imola
www.autodromoimola.com
Museo Lamborghini
via Modena 12
Sant’Agata Bolognese
Tel. 051.6817611
www.lamborghini.com
A collection of antique cars (mostly from the ’60s) engines and other instruments from the Lamborghini factory.