Cavezzo, north of Modena, was first mentioned in writings from 1183 which reveal that the oldest and most important settlement in the area was known as Casare, located where the Motta quarter stands today.
The May 2012 earthquake struck Cavezzo with particular ferocity, and many of its historical buildings and churches were seriously damaged and remain closed. Projects are underway for the complete restoration of the town’s art and architecture.
Cavezzo is one of the cities of the “Bassa Modenese” in the northern part of the Modena Province. This large area of river valleys is bordered by the Secchia and Panaro Rivers and is known for ample fields cultivated with crops tied to Emilia’s culinary traditions.
Parish Church di St. Giles (Sant'Egidio Abate)
The Church of St. Giles was built on the site of a 12th-century chapel. The current building dates to the beginning of the 1900s.
Astronomical Observatory
Outside Cavezzo, in the countryside near Disvetro, the Astronomical Observatory attracts many hundreds of visitors each year, including both the merely curious and serious astronomy buffs. The Observatory’s telescopes and IT tools are available to anyone who wants to scan the heavens and discover their mysteries with the help of docents from the local astronomy group.
Delfini Villa
Delfini Villa, a beautiful residence dating to the 1700s, lies a few kilometers from the center of Cavezzo.
By Bike
Like the entire northern part of the Modena Province, Cavezzo is crossed by a large number of bike paths. One of these is the Eurovelo 7, also known as the Sun Route, a long bikeway that runs from North Cape, Norway, all the way to Malta. The Sun Route passes through Modena and Mantua as well, giving riders a chance to make a welcome stop in Cavezzo to try out the local cuisine and visit the surrounding area. In fact, the bikeway runs along the banks of the Secchia River not far from town.
