The Essence of the Duchess

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  • Place
    Colorno
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    Culture & Castles

History, fragrances, and emotions at the Reggia of Colorno!

On Sunday, March 8 at 2:30 PM, enjoy a unique cultural and sensory experience:
a storytelling tour of the Reggia with Maria Luigia of Austria, where history and daily life intertwine with a perfume workshop inspired by the famous Parma violet.

During the experience:

  • The guide, in the role of Maria Luigia, will make you feel as if the court were still alive
  • You will discover anecdotes from everyday life, lavish banquets, and elegant balls
  • In the private rooms, you will listen to excerpts from the Duchess’s original handwritten letters.

The visit continues with a sensory workshop, where you will smell different essences and create your own personal version of the Violetta of Colorno, to take home as a keepsake.

📍 When: Sunday, March 8, at 2:30 PM
Duration: approx. 75 minutes
💶 Price: €35 per person
🎟 Limited availability – For more information and mandatory booking: click here

Last update 03/02/2026
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