Sorbolo
Sorbolo: the town in the heart of Bassa Parmense
Sorbolo is an Italian town located in the province of Parma in the Emilia-Romagna region. With a population of 9,571 inhabitants, it is a place rich in history and natural beauty. Crossed by the Enza stream, Sorbolo is part of the province area called Bassa Parmense.
Physical geography
Sorbolo is located 12 km from the capital Parma and is located on the left side of the Enza stream, which serves as the boundary between the province of Parma and that of Reggio Emilia. The Sorbolo territory is crossed by the Strada statale 62 della Cisa, an important road that connects Parma with La Spezia.
Hydrography
The territory of Sorbolo is characterized by the presence of numerous artificial canals that cross the territory. Among these, the Gambalone, Canalazzo Terrieri, Fumolenta and Parmetta stand out, which are all left tributaries of Enza. These waterways are monitored by the competent river basin authority, the Po River District Authority.
Name origins
The name Sorbolo derives from the Latin word "Sorbus", the name of the fruit tree called sorbus, with the suffix "-ulus". The sorbus tree was very present in the area in ancient times, while today it is not widely spread and is protected as an ancient native fruit tree.
History
The oldest traces of human settlement in the territory of Sorbolo date back to the protohistoric period of the “terramare”. Over the centuries, Sorbolo has undergone many cultural and political influences, from the founding of the colony of Parma in 183 BC to the fall of Rome.
During the Middle Ages, Sorbolo was involved in the struggles between the noble families of the area, including the Visconti and the Sforza. In the following years, the territory of Sorbolo experienced economic growth thanks to agriculture and handicrafts.
The new town of Sorbolo Mezzani
Since January 1, 2019, Sorbolo and Mezzani have merged to become the new town of Sorbolo Mezzani, of which Sorbolo is the municipal seat.
This union has made it possible to improve the services offered to citizens and to reduce costs for the municipal administration. Sorbolo Mezzani is an innovative and avant-garde town that offers many opportunities for work and development.
Conclusions
Sorbolo is a place rich in history and natural beauty, which represents an ideal tourist destination for those who want to immerse themselves in Emilian culture. The new town of Sorbolo Mezzani offers many opportunities for development, and the merger with Mezzani has improved the quality of life for citizens. Come discover Sorbolo, the heart of Bassa Parmense!
