Rogolone

The Rogolone: The Majestic Oak of the Sanagra Valley

In the heart of the Sanagra Valley, among the forests of Grandola ed Uniti, stands Rogolone, an imposing 25-meter-high, centuries-old oak tree with a circumference of 8 meters, considered the largest in northern Italy.

Discovering Rogolone

In the heart of the Sanagra Valley, in the municipality of Grandola ed Uniti, stands the majestic Rogolone, an oak tree that represents one of the most significant testimonies to the region's natural and cultural history.

This imposing oak tree (Quercus petraea) is known not only for its extraordinary grandeur, but also for its historical and symbolic value.

With a circumference of about 8 meters e A height exceeding 25 meters, the Rogolone is one of the most impressive specimens in Italy and one of the largest in all of Europe.

Its extraordinary size and longevity make it a true monument of nature. Estimated date with last coring (March 1988) 295, having grown since 1730.

Throughout the centuries, the oak tree has witnessed multiple changes in the landscape and in the lives of the valley's inhabitants. Its presence has had a strong cultural significance, linked to local traditions that celebrated the strength and sacredness of these great trees. The oak tree has seen the passage of generations and eras, becoming a landmark for the community.

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A Monument to Protect

In 1928, Rogolone was recognized as the Natural Monument, gaining official protection because of its importance. This recognition marked the beginning of stricter protection, which has allowed the oak to survive and thrive to the present day.

Today the tree is managed by Italia Nostra who owns it and collaborates with the Municipality of Grandola ed Uniti, l'"History, Nature and Life" Association and the BIM Porlezza which it also supports with a financial contribution.

The Rogolone is an extraordinary example of how nature and community can coexist, with the tree becoming a symbol of a deep connection to history and territory.

The trail leading to the oak tree winds through the lush greenery of the Sanagra Valley, offering a unique experience to those who visit.

Access is facilitated by three well-marked trails.

To walk through the woods and reach the Rogolone is to immerse oneself in an unspoiled corner of nature, far from the daily chaos, and to rediscover a slow and calm rhythm, in tune with the beauty that surrounds the tree.

Publications

The Rogolone, Story of a great tree

One of the most imposing oak trees in Europe tells its story-a tale rooted in the heart of the Sanagra Valley, among nature, memory and collective identity.

This book tells the fascinating story of the Rogolone, a majestic centuries-old oak tree located in the Grandola ed Uniti area in the province of Como. With a circumference of more than 8 meters and a height of 25 meters, it is among the largest oaks in northern Italy and Europe.

Through a wealth of text, period photographs and historical documents, the author Attilio Selva guides us on a journey through nature, history, legends and science.

A unique publication resulting from the work of the Val Sanagra Ethnographic Museum and of the"History, Nature and Life" Association, which celebrates not only the tree, but also the land that guards it.