Discover tradional wild herbs of phytotherapic, alimentary and cosmetic interest, herboristic walks troughout our Appennine’s ancient etruscan sites and medieval hamlets

This week is dedicated to all English speakers, to everyone who wants to live a holiday out of typical schemes

Presentazione

We are situated halfway between Florence and Bologna, in the hidden and fascinating “appennino Bolognese”, not yet spoiled by tourism and still rich with its uncontaminated natural environment. Here you will find the “Giardino di Pimpinella” which is located in an old medieval house, totally isolated and completely surrounded by nature, where we host our lectures concerning phytotherapy and self-production.

This week is dedicated to all English speakers, to everyone who wants to live a holiday out of typical schemes in a place which is unexploited by tourism, but rich with panoramas and valuable nature. The aim is to enjoy a holiday which makes you discover new and more authentic corners of Italy while learning as much as possible about ancient traditions concerning wild herbs.

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During this week we will alternate walks and field trips throughout the natural environment surrounding us, we’ll stroll through ancient medieval roads, meeting old mills and churches, Etruscan sites and medieval hamlets, while learning how to identify each herb of natural interest and all the uses one can make of each identified herb, in the kitchen as well as in phytotherapy and cosmetics. During the workshops, we will realize herbal, culinary and cosmetic creations; everything based on the herbs we harvest during the week. All of this can be enjoyed while being in a happy and friendly environment. The last night together will be the same as our traditional “Saint John’s” celebration, when ancient rituals alternate with music and shows.

We can be reached by car, at the address “Via Medelana 23, 40043 Marzabotto, Bologna”; or by train. In this case it will take only half an hour from Bologna train station to get to Marzabotto train station, where we will be waiting for you, and take you to the course location. The accommodations will be in B&Bs which are close to us. The cost is 560 €, including theoretical and practical lessons, meals, preparations (which you are welcome to take home with you) and transfers for the field trips. A 200 € deposit (which will be deducted from the total cost at the moment of the payment) is required at the moment of enrolment.

We suggest to take with you comfortable clothing and shoes; there is no need for technical equipment as every walk will be quite easy to afford. It can be hot during the day, up to 35°C, while temperature usually drops down to 20/25 °C during the night.

Program being prepared

Sunday 24/06

10am – welcome; area, people and program presentation. Walk in the area surrounding the farm.
1pm – lunch
3pm – description of the aromatic herbs found in the garden, creation of fragrant salts.
8pm – dinner

Monday 25/06

9.30am – walk in the woods near us, discovering wild plants which are of interest for our work. Harvesting of the most useful.
1pm – lunch
4pm – preparation of a digestive elixir using the harvested plants. Theory and practice on alcohol extractions (elixir, digestive elixir, liquor…)
6pm – cooking pizza in the wood oven
8pm – dinner

Tuesday 26/06

9.30am – field trip to Baccolini’s farm and walk on the whereabouts. Harvesting of garden infesting plants and purchasing of freshly milked milk
1pm – lunch
4pm – preparation of soft cheese using vegetable rennet and milk milked in the morning. Oil extraction of plants harvested during the day, obtaining a nourishing and invigorating massage oil.
8pm – dinner
9pm – music around a bonfire, under the stars

Wednesday 27/06

9.30am- trip to Montovolo , visiting the ancient sanctuary, in which there is located a Byzantine’s crypt. Montovolo dominates the whole area of the Apennine’s area, there we will enjoy an awesome panorama.
1pm – lunch at a local restaurant
3pm – guided tour at “Rocchetta Mattei” and Tarot’s Museum
8pm – dinner
9pm – music around a bonfire, under the stars

Thursday 28/06

9.30am – harvesting of aromatic herbs and their distillation
1pm – lunch
3pm – creation of a fragrant spray using aromatic water and essential oils extracted in the morning.
5pm – Cooking traditional hettle tagliatelle.
8pm – dinner
9pm – music around a bonfire, under the stars

Friday 29/06

9.30am – trip to Misa, an ancient Etruscan city, situated in Marzabotto’s plain
1pm – lunch in a local restaurant
3pm – production of natural basic cosmetics, with garden’s flowers and herbs: Lip balms, ointments, bath salts.
Celebration of Saint John (San Giovanni), with music and shows

Saturday 30/06

COSTO DEL CORSO - COST OF THE COURSE

Il costo è di € 450,00 + € 10,00 per QUOTA DI ISCRIZIONE "AMICI DI PIMPINELLA" (solo per 1° incontro - tessera annuale).
The cost is € 450.00 + € 10.00 for "PIMPINELLA FRIENDS" REGISTRATION FEE (only for the 1st meeting - annual card).

È richiesto un acconto, quale impegno di partecipazione, di € 100.00 (+ € 10,00 Quota iscrizione se primo incontro) mediante Pay Pal, Carta di Cerdito tramite Pay Pal o Bonifico Bancario (clicca su bottone in fondo pagina per Prenotazione-acconto incontro).
A deposit of € 100.00 (+ € 10.00 Initial Entry Fee) is required by Pay Pal, Cerdito Card through Pay Pal or Bank Transfer (click on button at the bottom of the page for Reservation-Advance Meeting ).

I corsi e seminari hanno un numero massimo di iscritti; se nella pagina del corso scelto, sotto alla descrizione non compare la scritta “Raggiunto numero massimo dei partecipanti” potete procedere direttamente con la prenotazione corso. Saldo, di 360,00 € entro 5 giorni inizio corso accedendo alla propria area riservata (Account personale) mediante Pay Pal, Carta di Cerdito tramite Pay Palo o Bonifico Bancario.
Courses and seminars have a maximum number of students; If the page of the course chosen does not appear under the description "Maximum number of participants" you can proceed directly with the course reservation. Balance of 360,00 € within 5 days beginning of course by accessing its reserved area (Personal Account) through Pay Pal, Cerdito Card by Pay Palo or Bank Transfer.

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