Coccolia
Welcome to Coccolia!
Hello everyone! Today I will talk to you about Coccolia, a village in the municipality of Ravenna located in the district of Roncalceci. With its 425 inhabitants, Coccolia is a small linear development village that can be found along the Strada statale 67 Tosco-Romagnola, between Ravenna and Forlì.
The history of Coccolia
The name Coccolia derives from the medieval Latin "acola", which indicated a swampy basin. In fact, Coccolia is an area that in the past was characterized by a swampy area.
The name Coccolia has been documented with few variations since 1098, when it was recorded as "Caucolia". Over the centuries, the name underwent some changes such as "Caucholia" and "Cocoliae", and then arrived at the current denomination.
The parish of Coccolia
The parish of Coccolia is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception and belongs to the Ravenna district of the diocese of Forlì-Bertinoro. The church is an important testimony of the religious life of the village and represents one of the gathering places of the local community.
The nearby Longana
Between 1883 and 1929, the nearby Longana was served by a stop on the Forlì-Ravenna tram that ran along the left bank of the Bidente-Ronco river. The tramway represented an important tool for the economic development of the area, allowing to connect the village with other places in Romagna.
The beauty of Coccolia
Coccolia is a village that encloses many beauties. Along the Strada statale 67 Tosco-Romagnola, you can admire the stone houses and historical buildings that give a unique atmosphere to the country. Inside the village, there is the church of the Immaculate Conception, a beautiful example of religious architecture.
Furthermore, in the surroundings of Coccolia, many tourist attractions can be visited, such as the Terme di Castrocaro, which are only a few kilometers from the village.
How to get to Coccolia
Coccolia is easily reachable by car, thanks to its location along the Strada statale 67 Tosco-Romagnola, which connects Ravenna to Forlì and other places in Romagna.
Alternatively, it is possible to reach Coccolia by train, thanks to the presence of the railway stations of Ravenna and Forlì, which are respectively 17 km and 22 km away from the village.
Conclusions
Coccolia is a beautiful village that encloses many historical and naturalistic beauties. The parish of the Immaculate Conception represents one of the gathering places of the local community, while the nearby Longana preserves the testimonies of the past through the Forlì-Ravenna tram.
If you are in the area, I highly recommend visiting Coccolia to discover its beauty!
