Rock Climbing Bismantova 

Climb Emilia Romagna, Italy - Reggio Emilia Province

Bismantova is located in the hills south of Reggio Emilia and is a large sand stone mesa that dominates the area. I first climbed here in the 90's, the quality of the sandstone was surprising but I found quickly that it was not an area to climb at, when the sun is overhead. The routes tend to technical and the holds very demanding on the fingers. The better routes are polished and you need idea conditions to climb at the grade listed.

The area is beautiful and one of those off the beaten path tourist area's, which make it a great visit. Plus there is the bouldering area of Ceriolo just up the road . The Pietra di Bismantova is mentioned by Dante Alighieri in his Divine Comedy (Purgatory, IV, 25-30).