A water defense and control system
The areas between the Oglio and Po rivers are characterized by waterways that have always defined this territory, along with land reclamation works; a clear example of the profound interaction between man and nature.’surrounding embankment It is part of these water control works. The route extends for approximately 18 km, encircling almost the entire municipal area. It is a passive defense structure built between the 10th and 12th centuries, completed during the Gonzaga era and subsequently modified with additions in the 19th century.
Between art and nature: the places not to be missed when crossing the’surrounding embankment.
The Arginelli nature trail is particularly enjoyable when explored on foot, by bicycle, or on horseback, offering evocative views and evidence of hydraulic architecture. The landscape is characterized by large oases of native vegetation, populated by typical fauna. Among the places worth visiting, in addition to Sabbioneta, are the hamlets of Breda Cisoni and Ponteterra, with their splendid baroque churches, the village of Villa Pasquali with the Church of Antonio Galli Bibiena, and the Marian Sanctuary of Vigoreto.
This suggestive circular route of about 22 km can be consulted on komoot at the following link link.
Imperial Gate
Church of San Giorgio Martire in Breda Cisoni
Church of Sant'Antonio Abate in Villa Pasquali
Church of San Girolamo in Ponteterra
Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin of Graces of Vigoreto
