20의 콤피아노가지 명소 & 주요 장소

The singular basaltic monolith beneath the Bardi castle is located at the beginning of the Bardi - Borgo Val di Taro stage of the Via degli Abati

A pretty little village with its characteristic castle, a convenient stopover for those taking the Appennino Bike Tour.

possible excursions both on foot and by bike

The most famous crucifix in Italy is not found on the tops of the mountains, although there are many summit crosses across the country - like here on Monte Ragola - but in literature: The author Giovanni Guareschi, spiritual father of the protagonists 'Don Camillo' and 'Peppone', has included another main character in his stories - which are well-known and popular far beyond the country's borders: the crucified Christ, who speaks to Don Camillo from the high altar. The author himself makes the following comment: "So you have to explain: if the priests feel insulted by Don Camillo, they can smash a candlestick on my skull for all I care; if the communists are insulted by Peppone, they can break a club on my back; but if someone feels insulted by Christ's speeches, there's nothing you can do. Whoever speaks in my stories ... is my Christ, that is, the voice of my conscience. My personal business, my affair. And therefore: each for himself and God for all.” (G. Guareschi)

Very tiring climb, be careful with children

Mount Ragola, m. 1,712 a.s.l., is an imposing and massive mountain, which rises on the watershed between Nure and Ceno just north-east of the Zovallo Pass. The summit area consists of a wide and almost flat ridge, scattered with blocks of rock, among which there are some isolated specimens of mountain pine.

Situated on a natural hill of red jasper, the castle, of medieval origins, was initially the residence of the Landi family and later, in the Bourbon era, it was transformed into a military garrison. Subject to numerous renovations over time, the castle still retains the ancient keep, a high and off-centre square tower crowned by squared stone corbels. The castle dominates the landscape around Bardi, but it is the green hills around the small town that contribute to its charm. It is possible to visit the inside of the castle, and the view from the towers is very pleasant.

I arrived at Passo Cento Croci from Passo della Cappelletta (coming from Borgo Val Di Taro), on a paved road, but cyclist-proof (zero cars encountered), which winds at high altitude between pastures and conifers, with an enchanting scenery