The hills around Modena in the Terre di Castelli are rich in footpaths immersed in the nature. Let’s discover the most evocative destinations for trekking enthusiasts between the towns of Marano sul Panaro and Castelvetro.
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The hills around Modena in the Terre di Castelli are rich in footpaths immersed in the nature. Let’s discover the most evocative destinations for trekking enthusiasts between the towns of Marano sul Panaro and Castelvetro.
It is already clear from its name that: the Terre di Castelli (the Lands the Castles), in the hills of Modena, are dotted with fortresses, towers and fortifications, the legacy of a long and rich history. The ancient villages of the territory are in fact small historical treasures, also a trove of art and culture.
It is already clear from its name that: the Terre di Castelli (the Lands the Castles), in the hills of Modena, are dotted with fortresses, towers and fortifications, the legacy of a long and rich history. The ancient villages of the territory are in fact small historical treasures, also a trove of art and culture.
The combination of nature, culture and history is one of the main features of the Terre di Castelli.
The combination of nature, culture and history is one of the main features of the Terre di Castelli.
The Terre di Castelli extend from the plain to the Apennines. Here, in the municipality of Zocca, magic comes not only from the music of Vasco Rossi, but also from the colours of nature and the history of the villages surrounding the town.
The Terre di Castelli extend from the plain to the Apennines. Here, in the municipality of Zocca, magic comes not only from the music of Vasco Rossi, but also from the colours of nature and the history of the villages surrounding the town.
From the Adriatic Sea to the Tyrrhenian Sea on foot or by bicycle along the Ducato Estense Coast to Coast
From the Adriatic Sea to the Tyrrhenian Sea on foot or by bicycle along the Ducato Estense Coast to Coast
Emilia-Romagna is perfect for cycling, and so is the province of Modena. Let's discover the Panaro river and its unique characteristics, step-by-step, on the cycle and pedestrian path that runs alongside it.
Emilia-Romagna is perfect for cycling, and so is the province of Modena. Let's discover the Panaro river and its unique characteristics, step-by-step, on the cycle and pedestrian path that runs alongside it.
The route is located within the Sassi di Roccamalatina Regional Park and coincides with a historic road, the Romea-Nonantolana road, one of the most important pilgrimage routes that descended from northern Europe to Rome in medieval times.
The route is located within the Sassi di Roccamalatina Regional Park and coincides with a historic road, the Romea-Nonantolana road, one of the most important pilgrimage routes that descended from northern Europe to Rome in medieval times.
Uguccione Contrari arrived in Vignola for the first time in 1399. A valiant commander of the troops of Ferrara, he succeeded in wresting the territory from the terrible and bloody Giovanni da Barbiano who had temporarily subjugated it, and returned it to the Este family.
Uguccione Contrari arrived in Vignola for the first time in 1399. A valiant commander of the troops of Ferrara, he succeeded in wresting the territory from the terrible and bloody Giovanni da Barbiano who had temporarily subjugated it, and returned it to the Este family.
The Montecuccoli are of very ancient origin, probably born as a consortium and not as a family unit, and their first official investiture took place in 1396 by Emperor Charles IV.
The Montecuccoli are of very ancient origin, probably born as a consortium and not as a family unit, and their first official investiture took place in 1396 by Emperor Charles IV.
The rise of the Rangoni family is inextricably linked to the figure of Jacopino Rangoni, captain of fortune and trusted man of the Este family, but the rise of the family was achieved above all thanks to the support the Rangoni family offered to the Este family for the conquest of the Modenese territory in the first half of the 14th century.
The rise of the Rangoni family is inextricably linked to the figure of Jacopino Rangoni, captain of fortune and trusted man of the Este family, but the rise of the family was achieved above all thanks to the support the Rangoni family offered to the Este family for the conquest of the Modenese territory in the first half of the 14th century.
Exploring the hills of Terre di Castelli, in the heart of Emilia-Romagna, the views are of gentle slopes dotted with villages and vineyards.
Exploring the hills of Terre di Castelli, in the heart of Emilia-Romagna, the views are of gentle slopes dotted with villages and vineyards.
An important and ancient route from Central-Eastern Europe, crossing 7 states, arriving at Rome
An important and ancient route from Central-Eastern Europe, crossing 7 states, arriving at Rome
The Terre di Castelli are rich in history. Inhabited since the dawn of time, they have been fought over, conquered, embellished with churches, fortresses, works of art and museums that still tell their story today.
The Terre di Castelli are rich in history. Inhabited since the dawn of time, they have been fought over, conquered, embellished with churches, fortresses, works of art and museums that still tell their story today.
The Cammino dell'Unione is a circular route that allows us to discover the towns and hills in the province of Modena. You start in Vignola and return after 5 days and 109 km.
The Cammino dell'Unione is a circular route that allows us to discover the towns and hills in the province of Modena. You start in Vignola and return after 5 days and 109 km.
The Via Vandelli connects Modena and Massa
The Via Vandelli connects Modena and Massa
13 centuries of history, 300 km of art and nature, the highest pass of the ‘Paths of Italy’
13 centuries of history, 300 km of art and nature, the highest pass of the ‘Paths of Italy’
Walking and cycling routes, from the plains to the mountains
Walking and cycling routes, from the plains to the mountains
An itinerary of discovery and wonder for individuals and families. An opportunity for young and old together to discover unexpected treasures of our territory!
An itinerary of discovery and wonder for individuals and families. An opportunity for young and old together to discover unexpected treasures of our territory!