The Franco Maria Ricci Labyrinth
Description
The Franco Maria Ricci Labyrinth (Labirinto della Masone / Labirinto di Franco Maria Ricci) is a monumental green labyrinth which was opened on the outskirts of Parma in 2015. It is made of bamboo plants (more than 200,000) of the most varied kinds and forms. The length of all the paths in the Ricci labyrinth is more than 3 km / 2 miles, and it is thought to be the largest labyrinth of bamboo in the world! In the central courtyard of the labyrinth, right in the heart, there are large arched tunnels and a chapel in the shape of a pyramid. The Ricci labyrinth also houses a museum.
Main information
Parking address:
Str. Masone, 121, Fontanellato, Italia.
Distance from Parma: 19 km / 12 miles.
How to get there: by car, about 20 minutes. Use this site to rent a car or there is a free transfer from the center of Parma (operating all weekend, further information on the website: http://www.labirintodifrancomariaricci.it/).
Cost in 2024: €18 / $21 (€10 / $12 for children from 6 to 12 years).
The time it takes for the visit: half an hour to two hours.
Places of interest nearby: The Castle of Fontanellato.
Opening times (2024)
The Franco Maria Ricci labyrinth and the museum are open from 10.30am to 7pm every day except Tuesdays, 25 December, 1 January. The cashier closes at 6pm.
