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The Cross of Monzone

The Cross of Monzone

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The Cross of Monzone

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Location: Pavullo Nel Frignano, Modena, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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1. Monzone Village to Devil's Bridge (via Trail 524)

6.88km

02:01

200m

190m

Medieval village walk to Devil's Bridge, a mysterious natural rock arch carved by erosion.

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2. Trail 528A from Olina to Monzone

7.87km

02:28

310m

Medieval villages and castle views along forest paths through Emilia-Romagna's historic Frignano region.

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3. The Cross of Monzone – Picnic Area loop from Monzone

8.30km

02:30

270m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Alberto

August 13, 2023

From this point it is also possible to see the valley towards the village of Monzone, as well as that towards the castle of Montecuccolo

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JakobusPilger

November 15, 2025

At this small sacred monument, the Croce di Monzone, I would like to offer visitors a short quote from Giovanni Guareschi (1908-1968). In one of the wonderfully narrated episodes—popular far beyond the borders of Italy—about his two protagonists, 'Don Camillo' and 'Peppone,' the combative priest is outraged by certain nocturnal activities of 'the Reds'—he calls them poisonous snakes to be crushed—and, as was his custom, discusses this with the crucified Christ on the church's high altar. Christ replies:

"When my Father created the world, he made a very clear distinction between animals and humans. This means that humans always remain humans… and that, consequently, they must be treated as such. If this were not the case, wouldn't it have been easier to destroy them instead of coming down to earth to redeem them by having myself crucified?" (Quote from G. Guareschi in: "The Punitive Expedition")

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Elevation 810 m

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Location: Pavullo Nel Frignano, Modena, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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The Cross of Monzone

1. Monzone Village to Devil's Bridge (via Trail 524)

2. Trail 528A from Olina to Monzone

3. The Cross of Monzone – Picnic Area loop from Monzone

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