Castelnovo ne' Monti, Mountain commune in Province of Reggio Emilia, Italy.
Castelnovo ne' Monti is a commune situated at 700 meters elevation in the Reggiano Apennines. The Pietra di Bismantova, a distinctive rock formation, rises sharply nearby and defines the landscape.
The settlement grew from a medieval fortress, as its Latin name Castrum Novum suggests. Traces of these early fortifications remain visible on Monte Castello.
The town has long been tied to Parmesan cheese making, and visitors can see this craft practiced in local dairies today. The annual San Michele Fair still showcases traditional production methods and goods that define the community.
The municipality is accessible via the SS 63 state road toward Reggio Emilia and the SS 513 toward Parma, with regular bus service available. Bring comfortable shoes, as the hilly terrain and trails are best explored on foot.
The Pietra di Bismantova appears in Dante's Divine Comedy and is accessible through climbing routes and hiking trails. The rock offers both geological interest and a literary connection to medieval times.
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