The tower was built in 1350 with rooms added much later. Small suite of rooms on each of the upper 3 floors offered quiet with countryside views. There also are other accommodations on the property. Stroll around the property and watch the sheep graze or lay by the pool. The site is good for day trips to Salsomaggiore or Parma. Try to visit some of the small castle towns nearby.
The most wonderful part of the stay was the family, very gracious and engaging. We had dinner with other guests on the outdoor patio both nights. The menu is the daily home cooked fare -- a wonderful four or five course meal with drinks for 20 Euro. One night, desert was prepared with figs picked that afternoon from trees on the property.
We will try to make this a stop any time we are in Italy.
- Antica Torre Salsomaggiore Terme
