Ronco Scrivia
Welcome to Ronco Scrivia: the pearl of the upper Scrivia valley
Hello everyone! Are you ready to discover a beautiful destination in Liguria? Today we're taking you to Ronco Scrivia, a municipality of 4,137 residents located in the upper Scrivia valley, to the north of Genoa. Here you'll find plenty of nature and history.
Let's explore the physical geography of Ronco Scrivia
The territory of Ronco Scrivia is located on an alluvial plain corresponding to a double bend in the Scrivia River, closed on both sides of the watercourse by numerous mountain ridges, including the highest being Monte Reale with its 1251 meters. Here you can find several peaks: from bric dell'Aiuola to mount Porale, from bric Rebora to mount Refin, from bric degli Alberi to bric Roncobari, from mount Zuccaro to bric Baldin and from bric Moian.
On the hills of Ronco Scrivia, there are many small localities, mainly frequented for holidays. These areas are still inhabited by farmers and direct cultivators. Ronco Scrivia is separated from the Ligurian coast by the Ligurian Apennines mountain range, which affects the climate of the area, causing particularly colder winters with more frequent snowfalls. Between the territories of Busalla, Ronco Scrivia and Fraconalto, between 1970 and 1977, the Busalletta lake was created.
Let's discover the history of Ronco Scrivia
Ronco Scrivia has an almost millennial history. The toponym Ronco derives from the Latin-medieval verb "runcare," meaning to clear new uncultivated lands. Ronco Scrivia has a little over 200 years as a municipal entity.
Ronco Scrivia was the obligatory passageway for important communication routes between Liguria and northern regions. In the Serravalle Scrivia territory, near Ronco, there are the excavations of the Libarna site, the main archaeological site of Lower Piedmont. A first settlement dates back to the year 1000, and the name Ronco is mentioned for the first time in a document from 1127.
Ronco was subjected to the temporal power of the Dioceses of Tortona until the 13th century when the ownership of the imperial fiefs of Ronco was acquired by the Spinola family, intertwining its history with the neighboring villages and hamlets of the upper Scrivia valley. In 1242, the mayor of Genoa besieged the villages of Ronco, Savignone, Costapelata, and Busalla to counter the probable alliances between Guglielmo Spinola, lord of the imperial fiefs, and Emperor Frederick II of Swabia.
Things to do in Ronco Scrivia
Coming to Ronco Scrivia, there are many things to see and do.
Nature plays a leading role, and the area is perfect for walking or mountain biking among the splendid peaks and rivers of the area. In Ronco Scrivia, you'll also find thermal baths, perfect for those seeking relaxation and well-being.
Ronco Scrivia is a town that also offers the opportunity to get to know the local culture, through museums and other activities that allow you to discover the past, art, and culinary tradition.
Events in Ronco Scrivia
Ronco Scrivia is alive throughout the year thanks to the presence of festivals and fairs.
During the summer, you can participate in events such as the Sagra del Raviolo, Ronco's gastronomic event par excellence, where you can taste the typical dishes of the area, or the Festival of the Mountains, with a view of the mountains surrounding the town.
In autumn, the Fiera del Fungo is a fixed appointment for food enthusiasts. Here you can taste locally harvested mushrooms and discover all the properties of these incredible treasures of nature.
Conclusion
Ronco Scrivia is a small town that encompasses so much nature and history. Ideal for hiking or mountain biking, Ronco is also a destination that offers plenty of activities for those seeking relaxation, culture, and good food. Come and discover Ronco Scrivia, the pearl of the upper Scrivia valley!
