Nature and outdoors
Cycling the Po Delta: five routes from Il Frattiero
Flat terrain, secure bike storage and an early breakfast: five routes from the Frattiero towards Ferrara, Comacchio and the sea.
Il FrattieroBed & Breakfast in the Ferrara countryside
Come and discover us: a lovingly restored historic farmhouse, set in the peace and quiet of the Ferrara countryside.
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Our story
Come and discover us
Our story begins in 1994 with the complete restoration of an old farmhouse worn by time. The work, carried out largely by ourselves and our family, respected the building’s original proportions and appearance while making it comfortable and welcoming for all our guests.
The story of the Frattiero itself begins in the sixteenth century, when a small group of monks settled here to farm fields once drained of the floodwaters of a nearby branch of the River Po, whose flow dwindled over the centuries.
Meet Marisa, Sara and SilvioA thousand reasons
A thousand reasons to visit Il Frattiero
The Bed & Breakfast is only one part of the Frattiero: the extensive grounds are home to a garden with a swimming pool and gazebo — the perfect setting for time with family and friends, or for wellness activities to restore your balance of body and mind.
The Garden
The ideal place to celebrate graduations, birthdays, communions, christenings and weddings. Motorhome pitch for a couple of nights, with electricity and water included.
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Wellness
Yoga, qigong, reflexology, tai chi, Pilates and meditation in grounds full of greenery and magic.
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Rooms
The Burano, Mille Miglia and Monet rooms are spacious and guarantee a truly comfortable night’s rest.
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Traveller Review Awards 2026
Awarded 9.9/10 for excellence by Booking.com
We are delighted to announce that Il Frattiero B&B has received a prestigious accolade from Booking.com in the 2026 Traveller Review Awards, achieving an outstanding score of 9.9 out of 10.
The score reflects the genuine satisfaction of travellers who have stayed with us, rating aspects such as cleanliness, comfort, location, facilities and — above all — the warmth of our welcome.
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The experience continues beyond Il Frattiero
A range of leaflets is available to our guests, covering the natural beauty and the artistic and architectural treasures that surround us, along with maps of Ferrara and the nearby towns, cycling routes and attractions not to be missed.
| Places of interest | Distance |
|---|---|
| Museum of Historical Model-Making | 5 minutes |
| Belriguardo Castle | 7 minutes |
| Cona Hospital — Arcispedale S. Anna | 10 minutes |
| Ferrara (UNESCO World Heritage city) | 15 minutes |
| Ferrara exhibition centre | 18 minutes |
| Verginese Castle | 20 minutes |
| Bando nature reserve (Portomaggiore) | 25 minutes |
| Comacchio (“Little Venice”) | 30 minutes |
| Campotto nature reserve (Argenta) | 30 minutes |
| Adriatic Sea (the Ferrara Lidos) | 35 minutes |
| Bologna exhibition centre | 38 minutes |
| Bologna Marconi Airport | 45 minutes |
| Ravenna | 55 minutes |
From the blog
Guide to the Ferrara area
Tips and itineraries from people who live the Ferrara countryside: what to see, where to eat the typical dishes and how to get around between Ferrara and the Po Delta.
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