Montacuto
Welcome to Montacuto, the Piemonte town on the hills
Montacuto, also known as Montèigo in the Ligurian language, is located in Piemonte, in the Alessandria province, and is situated in the Curone Valley on the Museglia stream, at the foot of Mount Giarolo. In this article, we will take you on a journey to discover Montacuto, a town rich in history and natural beauty.
The History of Montacuto
Since the Lombard period, the territory where Montacuto stands today was among the possessions of the Abbey of San Colombano di Bobbio, inserted in the territory of the monastic court of Casasco. During the Middle Ages, the town was under the jurisdiction of the bishops of Tortona from 1157 and was assigned in fief to the Malaspina family. Later, it passed to the Frascaroli family. Montacuto was the seat of an important parish church in the thirteenth century, from which all the parishes of the valley depended. The communal patron of Montacuto is Fermo and Rustico and is celebrated on the second Sunday of August.
The Symbols of Montacuto
The coat of arms of the Municipality of Montacuto was granted by decree of the President of the Republic on March 4, 2002. In the left partition (heraldry) are depicted the arms of the Frascaroli family.
Monuments and Places of Interest in Montacuto
Montacuto has the remains of the castle, rebuilt in the seventeenth century and later abandoned, and the church of San Pietro, rebuilt in Baroque style in the seventeenth century. Both places are definitely worth visiting to admire the history of the city.
The Society of Montacuto
Demographic Evolution of Montacuto
Montacuto is a rather small municipality with a population of about 350 people. Over the years, the population has remained constant, but an increase is expected in the coming years due to tourism and agriculture.
Anthropological Geography of Montacuto
The Hamlets of Montacuto
The municipality of Montacuto includes numerous hamlets, including Benegassi, Costa dei Ferrai, Roverassa, Giara, Giarolo, Gregassi, Magroforte Inferiore, Poggio, Poldini, Restegassi, Serbaro, and Solarolo. Each hamlet has its unique characteristics, and there are several hiking trails that allow visitors to explore the hamlets and natural beauty of Montacuto.
The Administration of Montacuto
Below are all the administrations that have succeeded in this municipality. Montacuto was part of the Valli Curone Grue and Ossona Mountain Community.
Notes
There are no notes to report for the municipality of Montacuto.
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For more information on Montacuto and its characteristics, consult the municipality's website or tourist guides of the area.
