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The Pallavicino Marquises' Scipione Castle dominates the hills between Parma and Salsomaggiore Terme and is one of the oldest fortresses in Emilia-Romagna, built before the 11th century to control the salt routes. Inhabited by the same family for centuries, it preserves medieval structures and rooms transformed in later eras, nestled within the historic village of Scipione Castello.

Not very challenging ring with short uphill sections and just as many downhill ones, possibility of varying and or breaking up the route by alternating little-trafficked asphalt road, woods and vineyards. I recommend towards sunset, a splendid view of the Rocca di Castell'Arquato opens up.

Wonderful abbey - a former Cistercian monastery - A dove dropped pieces of wood, thus determining the size of the abbey. Hence the name Colomba = dove

This was one of the most important Cistercian centers in Italy. The church was built around 1135 according to the wishes of Saint Bernard of Claivaux and the Pallavicino family. Of the abbey complex, the Romanesque church with 14th- and 15th-century frescoes and the beautiful cloister have been preserved. The old facade of the basilica is still visible in the upper part, behind the 14th-century porch. The church consists of three naves with a transept following the classical plan of the primitive churches of the Cistercian order. The southern part of the transept has a beautiful staircase, which provides access to the monks' dormitory.

For the celebration of Corpus Domini you can admire the wonderful flowered carpet, better known as the "infiorata", prepared by the monks with the help of the local faithful in the Cistercian abbey of Chiaravalle della Colomba (Alseno).

The castle of Scipione, also known as Castello Pallavicino, is a medieval manor that rises in the small hamlet of Scipione Castello.

take advantage of clear days to enjoy the view

Cistercian abbey of Chiaravalle della Colomba where you can take a break in peace and be able to buy the products made manually by the monks. Hotels and restaurants nearby to refresh yourself and rest