Mozzecane
Welcome to Mozzecane!
If you're looking for a slice of paradise in the heart of Veneto, Mozzecane is the right choice for you. This small town, located in the province of Verona, has about 7,929 inhabitants and is only 20 kilometers away from the city of Verona, nestled in the green Venetian plain.
A strategic location
Mozzecane is strategically located between the provinces of Verona and Mantua. Its territory, characterized by pools, springs, and resurgences, is bordered by numerous municipalities such as Valeggio sul Mincio, Villafranca di Verona, Povegliano Veronese, Nogarole Rocca, and the municipality of Roverbella in the province of Mantua.
A curious choice of name
The name of the town of Mozzecane derives from a local landowner, Mucius Canis, who received many lands from the City of Verona. Later, his descendants were called "de Moçecanis", which gave rise to the name of the town.
An ancient and glorious history
The history of Mozzecane dates back to the Bronze Age and passes through Roman, Lombard, and Frankish domination. In 1405, the town came under the control of the Serenissima, and subsequently became an independent vicariate. During World War II, Mozzecane housed a prisoner-of-war camp for Allied soldiers, near the town's church. Currently, sports facilities are on the former site of the prisoner-of-war camp, and Mozzecane is proud to have hosted these brave men.
Places of interest
Mozzecane is a city rich in history and religious architecture. The church of San Lorenzo, located in Grezzano, was built in the 12th century and was the original parish church of the town. Numerous other churches depended on San Lorenzo, which were destroyed or abandoned due to their remoteness from the town.
Finally, if you love walking in nature, Mozzecane offers many trails to walk, such as the Tione resurgence river in Grezzano. The beauty of the nature around Mozzecane will make you forget all your daily problems and make you feel immersed in a space of peace and serenity.
