ヴィッソの洞窟・トップ5

Montesanto is a charming medieval castle perched opposite Sellano, strategically located with splendid views of the valley below. Strolling through the stone alleys, you'll discover ancient buildings, the Parish Church of Santa Maria Assunta, and the Church of Santa Lucia. A place rich in history and charm, it's perfect for a scenic and cultural stop on your itinerary.

It is certain that in the period of the Second Punic War (217 BC), a village and a castle already existed in that territory, as historical fragments hypothesize a clash that occurred between Hannibal's troops marching towards Rome and a handful of Spoletos. in the pay of the Romans, right near the settlement. In 1305 with the advent of the Trinci Lordship, the castle and the surrounding areas began to take on an important role in the territory, until it reached its maximum splendor under Conrad III. Located at 811 meters above sea level, on the top of a ridge from which you dominate both the Via della Spina and the upper Menotre Valley, it can be reached easily by passing the town of Verchiano and following the dirt road that leads to Roccafranca and the Sanctuary of S. Salvatore. Unfortunately very little remains of the castle....

Beyond the fortress you can access this "balcony" overlooking the beautiful village.

Fortress above the town of Rasiglia, located near the cemetery. The view is very beautiful. It is also possible to take a walk along the well-defined and well-kept path in the shade of the trees.

Medieval walls that surround (only partially) the fortress.

The fortress of San Giovanni offers a beautiful view over the village of Visso. The tower of the Mastio is 24 meters high and dates back to the age of the castle of the village, XIII century. Looking at the town from above and the well-preserved fortress, it really seems to be still in the Lombard era!