Valle Salimbene
Hello, here's a brief guide to Valle Salimbene!
Welcome to Valle Salimbene, a municipality located in the province of Pavia, in Lombardy. With a population of just over 1400 inhabitants, Valle Salimbene is an ideal destination for those seeking tranquillity and relaxation, but still want to visit an area rich in history and culture. Let's discover together the main attractions of this location.
History
Valle Salimbene has always been characterized by the presence of farmhouses and manorial villas, which already from the 16th century had communal autonomy despite their limited size. In the Middle Ages, the Monastery of Monastero and the church of San Pietro in Verzolo owned vast assets in the area, a feature that characterizes many surrounding areas of Pavia.
Valle Salimbene owes its name to the family who owned the land where a farmhouse was located. In the 17th century, it became an autonomous municipality under the name of "Cassina della Valle". Over the years, the municipality grew gradually and in 1871 was merged with the municipalities of Belvedere al Po and Motta San Damiano.
Anthropogenic Geography
Valle Salimbene is divided into three fractions: Belvedere, Motta San Damiano and San Leonardo. Belvedere is a small fraction located on a plateau overlooking the Po River; Motta San Damiano is an area on the right bank of the Ticino, while San Leonardo, the largest of the three, is shared with the municipality of Linarolo and is located on the Via Regina, a part of the Via Francigena.
Attractions
Valle Salimbene is an ideal place for lovers of outdoor walks, thanks to its naturalistic trails that cross the surrounding landscape. In the area, there are also numerous religious buildings of historical interest, such as the church of San Pietro in Verzolo, the Monastery of Monastero, the oratory of San Damiano Romanico Lombardo and the parish church of San Leonardo di Limoges.
Sports
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy a game of football or a walk on the hills surrounding Valle Salimbene. The municipality is home to the ODB San Leonardo team, which has had remarkable success, winning the Promotion round in 2006/07 and being promoted to Eccellenza. In the following season, they consequently won the play-offs against Tradate and stayed in Eccellenza Lombardia.
Administration
The municipal administration of Valle Salimbene is active and present on the territory. The mayor's office is located in Via Giuseppe Verdi.
Conclusions
Valle Salimbene is a tranquil but rich destination in history and culture. Its three fractions offer a varied experience, with the possibility of exploring the natural landscapes, religious monuments and football fields. What are you waiting for? Come and discover this gem of Lombardy!
