Monte Canda

Monte Canda is a mountain reaching 1,158 meters in elevation, part of the northern Apennine chain in Emilia-Romagna. The peak connects different valleys and serves as a natural dividing line between nearby regions.

Medieval merchants and travelers used the mountain paths around the peak as key trade routes connecting different Italian regions. These passages shaped how the area developed and how people still move through it today.

Local herders use the slopes for moving livestock between seasonal grazing grounds, a practice that still shapes village life around the mountain.

Climbing requires proper hiking gear and starts from nearby villages, with best conditions from April through October. You should expect changing weather and start early to have enough daylight for a safe return.

The peak sits at the intersection of three regional territories, making it a natural boundary marker visible from several surrounding valleys. This position makes it a notable landmark that helps orient visitors across the broader landscape.

Elevation above the sea: 1,158 m

GPS coordinates: 44.17520,11.35390

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:01