Casalecchio
Welcome to Casalecchio di Reno: A Friendly Introduction to the Municipality
Hello everyone! Today we'll be talking about Casalecchio di Reno, a municipality in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. With a population of 35,697, it is the third most populous municipality in the Bologna metropolitan area, after Bologna itself and Imola. If you're curious about the geography, climate, and history of the place, you've come to the right spot! Keep reading to learn more about this beautiful city.
Physical Geography: The Territory of Casalecchio
Casalecchio di Reno is located just over 60 kilometers from Bologna, covering an area of about 17.33 square kilometers. This city borders three municipalities: Sasso Marconi to the south, Bologna to the east and north, and Zola Predosa to the west. The territory is divided in two by the Reno River. The Reno flows through Casalecchio for a length of 3 kilometers.
The territory of Casalecchio is largely flat, but some areas are formed by hills that reach up to 350 meters. The territory is flanked by the hills of the Eremo di Tizzano (Monte Capra), which constitute the slopes of the first hills of the Emiliano Apennines. In addition to the Reno, there are also modest watercourses in the municipal territory, such as the Bolsenda river, which descends from Nugareto, the Gamberi river, which descends from the hills of the Eremo, the Ceretolo river, which descends from Tizzano, and the Pizzacchera river, which descends from the Guardia hill.
Climate
Based on the Classification of Italian Municipalities' Climate, Casalecchio di Reno has a continental climate, with winters characterized by cold temperatures and frequent precipitation, including snow. On the other hand, summer is characterized by sultry heat and scattered precipitation. In February 2012, the city was hit by an exceptional snowfall with accumulations close to 1.5 meters; this snowfall surpassed both the amount and duration of the one in 1985, but recorded less severe temperatures at the time.
Origins of the Name
The name of Casalecchio di Reno has Latin origins. It comes from the expression "Casaliculum," which in medieval Latin means "a cluster of houses." When you visit this city, you will immediately notice the welcoming and familiar character of the homes, many of which date back to ancient times.
History
Human presence in the territory dates back to the Paleolithic period, as evidenced by archaeological finds of scrapers and other ceramic and lithic materials from that time. The evidence of human presence in Casalecchio di Reno spans various historical phases, such as the Villanovan, Etruscan, Celtic, and Roman domination (the Bologna Roman Aqueduct and century division). The history of this city is a treasure to discover, with many monuments and sites to visit.
Conclusion
We have had fun discovering all the interesting things about Casalecchio di Reno. We talked about the physical geography, climate, and history of the municipality, learning many interesting things. If you're thinking about visiting this wonderful place, don't forget to discover the other treasures that this city has to offer. From the hills of the Eremo di Tizzano to the historic Roman century division, Casalecchio di Reno is a city to discover!
