Frassinoro (MO) - Madonna della Neve Sanctuary of Pietravolta and Piandelagotti - Emilia Romagna
- Tuttitaly
- Oct 23, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 6
It is located along the ancient Via Bibulca, in the Terre di Badia, whose "sovereign" was Matilda of Canossa. In the mountains, at 1151 above sea level, the Sanctuary preserves the painting depicting the Virgin, an object of worship and popular devotion... #tuttitaly
Frassinoro is a small Italian municipality located in the province of Modena, south of the regional capital. It is a place of great historical and naturalistic interest.
One of the must-see places in Frassinoro is the Benedictine Abbey, built in 1071 by the will of Beatrice of Lorraine, mother of Matilda of Canossa. Although the abbey fell into ruin in the 15th century, the Church of Santa Maria Assunta di San Claudio e Lorenzo now stands on its ancient foundation. Inside the church, a museum space has been set up with columns and capitals from the ancient abbey buildings.
Another place of interest is the Sanctuary of Madonna di Pietravolta, a place of worship dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Additionally, near Cargedolo, there are numerous water mills, such as the Silvestro mill, the Grillo mill, and the Fante mill, dating back to the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
Frassinoro is also an essential center for cross-country skiing, thanks to its location in Frignano Park. Here, it is possible to practice trekking, mountain biking, and horseback riding along the CAI paths, offering splendid panoramic views and immersing yourself in the surrounding nature.
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