Day Trips from Modena: Bologna, Parma, Maranello

Martin's Home Modena's central position unlocks Emilia-Romagna's treasures within 1–1.5 hours. **Bologna (40 min)**: Medieval arcades, Basilica di San Petronio, tortellini and mortadella markets, red wine (Sangiovese). **Parma (45 min)**: Parmigiano-Reggiano dairies, Parmesan DOP aging caves, opera heritage, Ducal Palace. **Maranello (25 min)**: Ferrari Factory tour (book ahead), museum, Scuderia Ferrari shop. Train connections are reliable; rent a car for countryside wine-tasting loops. Budget €50–80/day for trains. Each city deserves a full day; choose based on interests. Combine Bologna + Parma for a cultural-gastronomic weekend. Maranello works as a half-day from Modena.