Monte Cimone Facts for Kids

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Monte Cimone
Highest point
Elevation	2,165 m (7,103 ft)
Prominence	1577
Geography
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Location	Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Parent range	Apennines
Climbing
First ascent	1567, by Guidinello Montecuccoli
Easiest route	Hiking, Skiing

Monte Cimone is the tallest mountain in the northern Apennines mountain range in Italy. It stands at 2,165 m (7,103 ft) high. This famous peak is a popular spot for both hikers in summer and skiers in winter.

It is so tall that you can see it from very far away. Monte Cimone is a special place for nature lovers and people who enjoy outdoor activities.

Exploring Monte Cimone's Geography
- Shape and Features
Monte Cimone's History
- First Climbs and Studies
- Chapel and Statue
Skiing Adventures on Monte Cimone
- Ski Season Details
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Exploring Monte Cimone's Geography

Monte Cimone is located in the province of Modena in Italy. It touches the areas of Fiumalbo, Sestola, Fanano, and Riolunato. This mountain is the highest point in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy.

Shape and Features

The mountain looks like a low pyramid with a flat top, which is called a summit. This pyramid shape has three sides. Each side has a long, narrow ridge pointing outwards. These ridges point towards the west, northeast, and south.

There is a road that goes all the way up to the summit along the northeastern ridge. Near Monte Cimone, you can find the Parco regionale dell'Alto Appennino Modenese. This park is also known as Parco regionale del Frignano.

Monte Cimone's History

People have been climbing Monte Cimone for a very long time. Roman objects have been found at the top of the mountain. This shows that people were visiting the summit even centuries ago.

First Climbs and Studies

The first recorded climb for fun was in 1567. A local nobleman named Guidinello Montecuccoli reached the top. Later, a group of priests called the Jesuits made many trips to the mountain. They went there to study the air and weather conditions at a high elevation of more than 2,000 m (6,562 ft).

Chapel and Statue

In 1908, a small chapel was built on the mountain. It is dedicated to Madonna delle nevi, which means "Our Lady of the Snow". Right on the very top of the summit, there is a statue of the Madonna. This statue faces south, watching over the land.

Skiing Adventures on Monte Cimone

Monte Cimone is a very popular place for winter sports. It is a well-known ski resort. The mountain has 31 ski trails for skiers and snowboarders. These trails cover a total length of more than 50 km (31.1 mi). The longest trail is about 3.6 km (2.2 mi) long.

Ski Season Details

To help skiers get up the mountain, there are 26 ski lifts. The ski season usually begins in early December. Sometimes it even starts on the last weekend of November. The season typically lasts until the middle of April, offering many months of winter fun.