Guesthouse's world: the Forest
The Forest is the most extraordinary new addition to the Villa, open to the public for the first time in three hundred years, extending the estate from the Foresteria to the Rotonda Chapel.
The restoration work in the new Forest, funded by the PNRR Parks and Historic Gardens program, has followed key principles centered on nature conservation, the valorisation of green spaces, accessibility and inclusion, biodiversity, and interaction through multimedia spaces, making it a unique and universally accessible experience.
The Forest is open everyday from 10AM to 4PM
Entrance from Via dei Nani, 8.
Saturday and Sunday, from March 7, 2026 to the 1th of November 2026 it is possible to enter also from Via della Rotonda, 34 on foot and by car.
How to visit the Forest
Visit the Forest independently
We’ve created four trails to suit every taste!
Green trail: dedicated to the plants and essences of the Forest; Lavender trail: a walk among flowers and butterflies; Yellow trail: easy and fun, perfect for everyone; Magenta trail: designed for art and history enthusiasts.
All trails include three multimedia installations:
Inside the magnificent 18th-century Pagoda, recently restored, you’ll enjoy a 4-minute projection seamlessly integrated into the frescoed spaces; the Nest is a structure that lifts you toward the sky, immersing you in the sounds of the Forest with a breathtaking view over the Valletta del Silenzio; the Log allows you to listen to sounds from different instruments, crafted at the same time as the rings of the old Ceppaia.
Each point of interest features a written explanation, but we have also designed an App to make the experience even more innovative and accessible for everyone.
Saturday / Sunday: Entrance from Via della Rotonda, 34
From 7th March 2026 to 1th November 2026
ONLY Saturday and Sunday the entrance
gate at Via della Rotonda, 34 will be open.
From here you can access on foot or by car.
Tickets can be purchased at the ticket office, and you may leave your car directly in our paid parking area (€5 for 2 hours).
This option allows you to enjoy your visit in complete peace of mind!
From the parking area, you can start your visit directly from our Forest, and then continue on to the Foresteria, Palazzina, and Gardens.
Visit the Forest with your School
Come visit the Forest with your school and choose the trail that best suits your class, we’ve designed different trails and workshops for all needs.
Booking is required. To contact us, write to bosco@villavalmarana.com
