DESCRIPTION

The territory of Montegrimano belonged to the Malatesta of Rimini and the Montefeltro of Urbino, one after the other, until 1947 when Federico da Montefeltro (Duck of Urbino) conquered it again thanks to the help of people from Montegrimano. The history of Montegrimano is strictly connected to the fate of Urbino Ducky until 1631, when it became part of the Papal State. The castle did not work anymore as advanced defense (ensured both from San Leo and San Marino) to defend itself from Rimini. So its decline and its transformation into a town started. Due to lack of space, buildings were built also instead of old walls and buildings. Montegrimano distinguished itself also during Napoleonic period and Italian Unification. After Italian Unification current urban structure takes place.

MONUMENTS - ARTWORKS - TOWNS AND VILLAGES

The old town center of Monte Grimano was created around the old tower, which raised in the middle of fortified walls. It was rebuilt in the 15^th century in Romanesque-style. In 1600 it was changed through a strange dome, which was rebuilt in the 19^th century as it currently it appears.

In 1700 a clock was added, which still exists. The Civic tower is what remains of the Castle built in the 14^th century under the request of Montefeltro family, together with underground rooms (currently incorporated with houses).

After the Second World War country houses surrounding the old town center almost completely disappeared.

NATURE AND LANDSCAPE

The territory of Monte Grimano, situated among the towns of Mercatino Conca, Monte Cerignone, Sassofeltrio, Montecopiolo and The Republic of San Marino, expresses all different environmental types existing in Val Conca.

In fact, there is the river environment at about 200 m above sea level characterized by typical flora. Besides there is the high hills thanks to San Paolo Mountain (864 m). At last, there is also a mountainous environment thanks to specific features, such as cows and sheep to pasture, shady woods and pine forests. When the weather is good, it is possible to range over the entire cost: from Cestenatico to Pesaro and from the Apennines of Tuscany- Umbria and Marche to Urbino, Montefiore Conca and Gradara.

In the high Conca Valley there is a very old park where it is possible to spend fantastic days being immersed in greenery, quietness, and relax.

There are many water springs. Waters of thermal baths are used for specific medical treatments. Specific water properties were already known during the Roman period.