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Pallavicino Castle of Varano de' Melegari

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Pallavicino Castle of Varano de' Melegari

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  • Location: Varano De' Melegari, Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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    August 22, 2023

    Mountain biking

    The Pallavicino Castle of Varano De' Melegari stands on a sandstone rock, in a strategic position for the control of the Ceno valley, and represents an exceptional example of medieval …
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    The Pallavicino Castle of Varano de' Melegari is an extraordinary medieval fortress located on a sandstone spur in the Ceno valley, in the province of Parma. Renowned for being a perfect example of defensive military architecture, the castle was designed to be completely impregnable. It is part of the prestigious circuit of the Castles of the Duchy of Parma, Piacenza and Pontremoli.
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    Piccolo Stelvio Parmense and Varano Castle Loop

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    This moderate 30.2-mile racebike ring tour in the Parmesian Hills offers 2417 feet of elevation gain and takes about 2 hours 30 minutes.

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    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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    Elevation 200 m

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    Location: Varano De' Melegari, Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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