
The Regional Park of the Sassi of Roccamalatina
The
Regional Park of the Sassi of Roccamalatina protect the land that dates
back from the valley sides of the river Panaro to 800 meters of the
Monte della Riva, a beautiful hilly landscape, rich in nature and
religion.
In
the heart of the towering peaks of the Sassi, spectacular sandstone
cliffs overlooking a wide variety of environments: from the woods of
chestnut to gullies of clay, adorned with rare wild orchids, caves,
streams, where they still live crayfish
The walls are filled with lush flora and rock art sites of nesting peregrine falcons. The
luxuriant nature is punctuated by numerous medieval villages dating
back to the Malatigni, noble family of the time and the many churches
as the austere and ancient parish church of Trebbio (XII century). Since
2009 the park has areas of high natural interest falls in the
Municipality of Zocca: Sasso of St. Andrew, the Forest of Tane, the
Monte della Riva, and medieval villages of Montabo and Montecorone.
Impassioned of trekking, walkers, mountain bike or horseback, can have fun
through a network of over 100 kilometers of trails with gentle slopes,
reach for natural balconies in the view of the highest peaks of the
Apennines and the Alps.
Along
these routes also lovers of food and typical products will have the
opportunity to stop at the oldest taverns and enjoy exquisite cuisine
of the mountains: tortelloni, noodles, Borlenghi, crescentine in
tigelle and specialty mushrooms and truffles. Or make light of Parmigiano Reggiano Mountain, meat or Bianca Modenese Mora Romagna at the dairies and the local shops.