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Monte San Paolo

Monte San Paolo is a panoramic peak in Monte Grimano Terme, surrounded by nature and famous for its thermal springs. With its peaceful trails and open views over the Montefeltro hills, it is an ideal place for walks, relaxation, and connecting with the hilly landscape.
Monte San Paolo
Credits: Comune di Monte Grimano Terme

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Monte San Paolo is one of the most scenic elevations in the territory of Monte Grimano Terme, situated at approximately 860 meters above sea level and easily recognizable for its open views over the Montefeltro hills. Accessible via trails immersed in nature, this mountain is an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility, fresh air, and a direct connection with the rolling landscapes of the Marche region.

On its slopes, some of the most important thermal springs of the municipality emerge, known for their alkaline and mineral-rich waters that have given rise to the local thermal tradition. The area is especially appreciated by hikers and nature lovers thanks to paths that wind through forests, meadows, and viewpoints offering spectacular vistas of the Conca Valley and the nearby mountains.

Monte San Paolo is not an urban park but a true natural area, quiet and unspoiled, perfect for walks, light trekking, and moments of contemplation. Its relaxing atmosphere and commanding position make it one of the most distinctive and authentic places in Monte Grimano Terme.

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The Surroundings of Monte Grimano Terme

Significant transformations have also shaped the hamlets of Savignano Monte Tassi and the scattered settlements throughout the territory, including Ca' Secco and San Donato. The hamlet of Montelicciano has become increasingly populated and important due to its location along the provincial road that leads from Cattolica to the neighboring Republic of San Marino. Around the historic core, after the Second World War, the old country houses almost entirely disappeared: some were rebuilt from the foundations, others were transformed into something else, and many slowly but inexorably vanished year after year. Those remaining as ruins will unfortunately meet the same fate, such as “Combarbio” on the hill to the right of the Conca River, the buildings of “San Leo” near Monte Tassi, and those of “Ca' Pesatore” on the hill above the solitary little church of Soripe. Today, the main town is characterized by modern small neighborhoods consisting of villas, guesthouses, and hotels, some of which have been converted into residences. Very few historical vestiges remain in these territories, but those of Monte Tassi are noteworthy; once a fortified castle, it is now a panoramic viewpoint in the shadow of the ancient parish church of San Giovanni Evangelista. The altitude, from just over 200 meters along the Conca, reaches 864 meters at Monte San Paolo, the solitary height in front of the city of San Marino, characterized by grazing cows and flocks, shady woods, and pine forests, where the entire municipal territory converges. On clear days, the view from here spans the entire coast, from Cesenatico to Pesaro, and from the Tuscan–Umbrian–Marchigiano Apennines to Urbino, Montefiore Conca, and Gradara. The rest consists of the typical Montefeltro hillside characterized by valleys and heights, each with different characteristics from the others. In our case, they are literally covered by the green of woods, wild hedges, and gardens. A flora that almost protects and encloses the numerous small inhabited nuclei and scattered houses. Here, there are some modern farms, especially for cattle, many of which are moved to high pastures during the good season.