Halfway between the plains and the hills, Agazzano is situated along the Luretta river, in the South-Eastern area of the Piacenza province.
Agazzano Castle, consisting of a military fortress first built in the 13th century, then modified in 1475, and an 18th-century residential complex, is certainly the most important point of interest. The Scotti family, whose protagonist was Alberto, the first to be called Sir of Piacenza, conquered and kept power in this area from the 13th century, as seen by their old fortress. After the death of their last heir in the 18th century, Scotti joined the Anguissola family and also established relations with the Gonzaga family, who still owns the castle today.
A castle certainly cannot be without a ghost and Agazzano has its own. He was called Pier Maria Scotti, best known as "il Buso" (the hole) because of the wounds he inflicted on enemies in combat.
The Agazzano Castle belongs to the Castles of the Duchy circuit.
Another "must do" is to take a break in the traditional café in the central square, open since 1890, recently restored combining traditional and new styles.
The smooth hills are covered with vineyards that yield the fabulous wines of Val Tidone and Val Luretta. On the table, besides the traditional anolini, tortelli and pissarei you can eat grilled game, pork cracklings and roasted coppa.
In the municipality and around it there are riding schools, which offer horseback riding and trekking experiences.
The traditional fair takes place during the Ascension weekend in May, while in the surrounding area the Momeliano Fair at the beginning of August is renowned because of its fireworks display, dance hall and walks.
"Must see" in the surrounding area: Madonna del Pilastrello Sanctuary, the Castles of Boffalora (private), Momeliano and Lisignano and Villa Tavernago (hotel and villa for receptions). All of them are visible from the outside. This area is part of the so called "Strada dei Sapori e dei Colli Piacentini" (Road of Flavors and Piacenza Hills).
