Paderno del Grappa
Paderno del Grappa: a small village rich in history
If you're looking for a historic destination in Northern Italy, don't miss Paderno del Grappa. This small village in the municipality of Pieve del Grappa is located at the foot of Monte Grappa and has ancient origins.
Origins of the name
The toponym Paderno derives from Latin "paternus", which means "inherited land from the father". This name is quite common throughout the North of Italy.
History
Ancient era
Although no artifacts dating back to the prehistoric era have been found in Paderno, the presence of archaeological sites in the surrounding towns proves that the area was already inhabited during the Paleolithic era.
The most numerous artifacts date back to the Roman era, when Paderno was close to Asolo, known as the ancient ''Acelum''. In fact, in the 18th century, a Roman curtain was identified around the parish church of Paderno. It is also said that in this area the base of the statue of consul Lucio Ragonio was found.
Middle Ages
The medieval era also left its traces in Paderno, thanks to the passage of the Lombards. There are not many testimonies of the existence of a castle in the area, but it is assumed that there were a certain number of small fortified settlements. It is known that Paderno referred to the parish of Fonte, both from an ecclesiastical and civil point of view.
Venetian period
During the period of the Venetian Republic, Paderno became part of this city-state. The wool industry began to play an important role throughout the foothills of the Grappa, but only a few streams like the Lastego were able to provide enough water to operate the fulling mills, which were concentrated in some areas of the village.
Conclusions
Paderno del Grappa is a place rich in history, where human presence has been documented since prehistoric times. The village has experienced moments of great importance during the Roman, medieval and Venetian periods, with different traces of these eras still visible today. If you are a history enthusiast, Paderno del Grappa is an authentic gem to discover.
