The Castelli Da Varano

On this route you pass by the fortifications used by the Da Varanno family of Camerino in medieval times. At Calderola you can also take a guided visit around a well maintained Castello Pallotta - the original building dates back to the 9th. Century. Cycle to Cacamo, just before you reach the town turn left towards Pievefavera. The turnoff is signposted. Once at Pievefavera follow the road back road passing by Croce, Vestignano, and la Valle. There are scenic views along this road of the valley. At la Valle you can carry straight on to Montalto and the remains of a castle built on a 9th. century monastry . There is also a charcoal museum here (traditionally charcoal was made locally in the woods). Alternatively you can bear left and follow the road down to Cessapalombo and back to CC. If you go up to Montalto the main road brings you back to the Cessampalombo route.