Castion: Culture, Festivals and the Anello di Modolo

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Events in Castion

The Corsa dei Caret, also known as “Carrettata”, takes place every year in Castion’s square. It is a downhill race featuring imaginatively designed, non-motorized vehicles. The Sagra del Campanot in Castion has an outdoor area for concerts. The Carnevale di Castion features a parade of large allegorical floats and masks on the Pian delle Feste.

Oratorio dei Battuti and Santa Maria Assunta

The Oratorio dei Battuti was first mentioned in 1368. The Oratorio dei Battuti was rebuilt several times and served as the parish baptistery of Castion from the 17th century onward.

The Church of Santa Maria Assunta in Castion houses an altarpiece signed by Cesare Vecellio. The Church of Santa Maria Assunta in Castion is also a stop on the “Tesori d’arte della Sinistra Piave” art route.

Nearby destinations

The Museo Civico Belluno is located near Castion and is a museum. The Palazzo del Capitano, a palace, is also located near Castion. The Palazzo dei Rettori is likewise located near Castion and is a palace. “La splendida Belluno” is also located near Castion and is a historic site.

The Anello di Modolo

The Anello di Modolo is a circular trail through the landscape of Modolo and begins at Villa Miari-Fulcis. The Anello di Modolo is 4 km long, has an elevation difference of 25 m and is classified as easy. The Anello di Modolo is one of the accessible trails. However, because of the uneven surface, an all-terrain wheelchair with off-road wheels and a support wheel is recommended for the Anello di Modolo.

Villa Miari-Fulcis can be reached by city bus to the San Cipriano stop, followed by a 1.6 km walk. For planning access, the bus journey and the subsequent walking section must be considered separately. The easy classification refers to the 4 km circular trail with an elevation difference of 25 m. The uneven surface remains a separate planning factor when selecting the all-terrain wheelchair. The recommended off-road wheels and support wheel are therefore part of preparing for this trail.

Mountains near Castion

Col Falalto and Monte Malvano, each a mountain, are located near Castion. Monte Pascolet and Monte Croce, also mountains, are additionally located in the area around Castion.

To the main travel overview: Province of Belluno.

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