Monte Resegone

Monte Resegone is a mountain standing at 1,875 meters in Lombardy with fifteen distinct peaks arranged like saw teeth along a ridge that stretches about 3 kilometers. The limestone formation creates this characteristic jagged outline visible from many directions across the region.

The mountain formed millions of years ago from marine sediments when the region lay beneath an ancient ocean, leaving limestone deposits behind. This geological history shaped the peak's structure and later influenced the region's economy through quarrying activities.

The mountain appears in Alessandro Manzoni's novel 'I Promessi Sposi', where its distinctive jagged outline serves as a geographical landmark in the story. Locals and readers have long recognized this peak as part of the region's cultural landscape through its literary connection.

You can reach the mountain via cable car to Piani d'Erna or on foot through hiking trails, with several mountain huts positioned along the route for rest and meals. Weather conditions change quickly at higher elevations, so sturdy footwear and layers are advisable for any visit.

On exceptionally clear days, visitors from the summit can look out to distant landscapes including the Brianza region, Lake Lecco, and faraway mountain ranges across multiple regions. These sweeping vistas make the effort worthwhile, though such visibility days are uncommon.