Pavullo nel Frignano, Mountain commune in Province of Modena, Italy
Pavullo nel Frignano is a mountain town in the Province of Modena located at around 682 meters elevation in the Modenese Apennines. The surrounding area is crisscrossed by hiking trails and mountain biking routes that wind through forested slopes and mountain scenery.
The Ducal Palace was built in 1830, marking the town's development as an administrative center in a later period. Before this, Montecuccolo Castle served as the seat of authority until the 15th century.
The Ducal Palace houses art galleries and collections that showcase local and regional works, reflecting how the town values its creative heritage and preserves pieces from its past.
The local flying school offers gliding courses with winch launch facilities suitable for different experience levels. Visitors interested in hiking or mountain biking will find many marked trails that are easily accessible from most accommodations.
The Crescentina Festival takes place on the last Sunday of August, celebrating local baking traditions with flatbreads made according to recipes passed down through generations. The festival draws visitors who want to witness this traditional craft firsthand.
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