Ronco all'Adige
Let's discover Ronco all'Adige together
Ronco all'Adige is a municipality located in the province of Verona, in the region of Veneto, and is home to around 5959 people. The city is situated approximately 28 kilometers southeast of Verona and is crossed by the Adige river.
Let's explore the physical geography of Ronco all'Adige
The municipality covers an area of over 33 square kilometers in the "Bassa Veronese” area at an altitude of 18 meters above sea level. Ronco all'Adige borders many surrounding municipalities, including Zevio, Belfiore, Albaredo d'Adige, Roverchiara, Isola Rizza, Oppeano and Palù. It's interesting to note that "Ronco” is a name that often recurs in rural areas, recalling the place's origin, which was made cultivable thanks to the intervention of land reclamators who used the sickle as a tool in the medieval period.
Let's discover the history of Ronco all'Adige
Ronco all'Adige has an ancient history dating back to Roman times, as evidenced by archaeological finds in the area. However, following a presumed flood in 589 AD and the subsequent plague epidemic, the village was destroyed. Over the centuries, Ronco all'Adige has experienced moments of development and reconstruction thanks to the domination of the Scaligeri and the Republic of Venice. In 1593, the reclamation consortium for agricultural cultivation was established. In 1866, Veneto became part of Italy and Ronco all'Adige became part of the new state.
Let's visit the monuments and places of interest in Ronco all'Adige
Ronco all'Adige offers many monuments and places of interest that are worth a visit. Among the religious buildings, there is the parish church of Saints Filippo and Giacomo in the Scardevara district, which preserves medieval Romanesque structures from the ancient church of 1100. The old parish church of Ronco, on the other hand, has been rebuilt several times and offers an interesting 1400s apse. The parish church of Tombazosana, instead, holds a deposition by Felice Brusasorzi, also known as Brusasorci, while the Oratory of Sant'Antonio da Padova in Tombazosana was commissioned by Francesco Polfranceschi and his wife Costanza Montresor. Finally, the parish church of Sant'Andrea and Santa Sofia in Albaro is an imposing modern church, divided into three naves, with frescoes by Giuseppe Resi and a Pietà. Among the most important villas in Ronco all'Adige are the Corte Polfranceschi from the 17th century, the Corte Corso from the 18th century, and Villa Camozzini from the 19th century.
Let's discover the society of Ronco all'Adige
The city of Ronco all'Adige has undergone an interesting demographic evolution over the years, going from a very small population to almost six thousand inhabitants.
The culture of Ronco all'Adige
Ronco all'Adige offers many cultural events throughout the year. In August, the Sagra di San Lorenzo takes place in the Albaro district, at the Albaro sports field, while the Sagra della Natività di Maria is held on the second Sunday in September, at the Ronco all'Adige sports field. Furthermore, the Mostra della Mela e della Pera takes place on the last Sunday of September in the Tombazosana district. Finally, the Sagra di Canton, which takes place in the Canton industrial zone, is an occasion to discover local specialties.
In conclusion, Ronco all'Adige is a place rich in history and cultural heritage, offering interesting opportunities for leisure and entertainment for visitors looking for an enchanting destination in Veneto.
