Monte Gazzaro

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Mount Gazzarro (1,118 m) is one of the most fascinating peaks of the Tuscan-Romagnolo Apennines. Serving as a border between Mugello and the Santerno Valley, this mountain is a true paradise for hikers and cyclists thanks to its network of trails. The name "Gazzarro" may derive from the Latin "gazerium," linked to the presence of woods and pastures. For centuries, the mountain has been a natural passageway used by shepherds, travelers, and pilgrims, as well as an important communication route between Florence and Romagna. During World War II, it was the scene of clashes between Allied troops and the Nazi-fascists along the Gothic Line, leaving visible traces of history along the paths. From the summit of Mount Gazzarro, the view stretches over the entire Mugello valley on one side, and over the Santerno Valley to the Adriatic Sea on the other. This panoramic point offers an unforgettable spectacle at sunrise and sunset, with colors that make the landscape even more evocative. Mount Gazzarro is crossed by important hiking and cycling itineraries such as the "Via degli Dei" (Way of the Gods). In the past, Mount Gazzarro was an area of transhumance, with shepherds leading their flocks from the hills of Mugello to the Romagna plains. During the Resistance period, the mountain was an important refuge for partisans fighting against German troops.