This thesis examines the feasibility of transforming the archaeological complex of the Rocca di Monselice from a simple archaeological area into a formally recognized Archaeological Park, in accordance with the Italian Ministerial Guidelines (D.M. 18 April 2012). Through a multidisciplinary approach that integrates medieval archaeology, cultural economics, sustainability studies, territorial governance and digital heritage management, the research demonstrates that Monselice constitutes a highly stratified historical landscape, with evidence ranging from Late Antique fortifications and Lombard cemeteries to the thirteenth-century Federician keep and later Carrarese structures. The SWOT analysis reveals that the main challenges do not concern scientific relevance—already well established through decades of research by the University of Padua—but rather the lack of visitor services and the fragmentation of administrative responsibilities among municipal, regional and state authorities. The study identifies the strategic reactivation of Casa Bernardini–Locanda Longobarda as a key intervention to provide essential amenities at the summit, including a Visitor Centre, eco-friendly sanitary facilities and a small refreshment point, thereby bridging the gap between the lower town and the hilltop. By comparing Monselice with successful national and international management models—such as the Val di Cornia Parks System, the Rocca di Vignola Foundation, the Maya Centre Women’s Group in Belize and the RESTART “Restarter Sites”—the thesis argues that the most effective solution is the adoption of a Special Public-Private Partnership (PSPP) or a Participation Foundation, where state-led protection is combined with operational management entrusted to qualified Third Sector actors. The work also proposes an advanced digital ecosystem based on Digital Twin technologies, Augmented Reality, IoT monitoring systems and a Destination Management Dashboard, aimed at improving predictive maintenance, visitor flow management and universal accessibility. Overall, the thesis demonstrates that establishing the Archaeological Park of Monselice represents a replicable model of cultural regeneration and long-term sustainability, aligned with the principles of the Faro Convention and capable of transforming the site into a true Restarter Site—a catalyst for social, economic and identity-based development across the Euganean Hills.
La tesi analizza la possibilità di trasformare il Colle della Rocca di Monselice da semplice area archeologica a Parco Archeologico ai sensi del D.M. 18 aprile 2012, valutando la conformità del sito ai requisiti scientifici, tecnici e gestionali previsti dalla normativa. Attraverso un approccio multidisciplinare che integra archeologia medievale, economia della cultura, governance territoriale e valorizzazione digitale, il lavoro dimostra come la Rocca costituisca un paesaggio storico pluristratificato di rilevanza eccezionale, con evidenze che spaziano dal castrum tardoantico alle necropoli longobarde, fino al Mastio federiciano e alle architetture carraresi. L’analisi SWOT evidenzia che le principali criticità non riguardano il patrimonio scientifico, bensì la carenza di servizi di accoglienza e la frammentazione amministrativa tra Comune, Regione, Soprintendenza ed Ente Parco. La ricerca individua nella rifunzionalizzazione sostenibile di Casa Bernardini-Locanda Longobarda il fulcro strategico per dotare la vetta di un Centro Visite, servizi igienici ecocompatibili e un punto ristoro, colmando il divario tra pianura e sommità. Il confronto con modelli di gestione nazionali e internazionali (Parchi della Val di Cornia, Rocca di Vignola, Maya Centre Women’s Group, casi RESTART) mostra che la soluzione più efficace per Monselice è l’adozione di un Partenariato Speciale Pubblico-Privato (PSPP) o di una Fondazione di Partecipazione, in cui la tutela resta allo Stato mentre la gestione operativa è affidata a soggetti qualificati del Terzo Settore. La tesi propone inoltre un ecosistema digitale avanzato basato su Digital Twin, Realtà Aumentata, sensoristica IoT e Dashboard di Destinazione, per garantire manutenzione predittiva, gestione dei flussi e accessibilità universale. In conclusione, il lavoro dimostra che l’istituzione del Parco Archeologico della Rocca di Monselice rappresenta un modello replicabile di rigenerazione culturale e sostenibilità, in linea con i principi della Convenzione di Faro, capace di trasformare il sito in un autentico Sito Restarter e in un motore di sviluppo sociale, economico e identitario per i Colli Euganei.
Il modello del Parco Archeologico applicato al contesto della Rocca di Monselice.
NDIAYE, SOULEYMANE
2025/2026
Abstract
This thesis examines the feasibility of transforming the archaeological complex of the Rocca di Monselice from a simple archaeological area into a formally recognized Archaeological Park, in accordance with the Italian Ministerial Guidelines (D.M. 18 April 2012). Through a multidisciplinary approach that integrates medieval archaeology, cultural economics, sustainability studies, territorial governance and digital heritage management, the research demonstrates that Monselice constitutes a highly stratified historical landscape, with evidence ranging from Late Antique fortifications and Lombard cemeteries to the thirteenth-century Federician keep and later Carrarese structures. The SWOT analysis reveals that the main challenges do not concern scientific relevance—already well established through decades of research by the University of Padua—but rather the lack of visitor services and the fragmentation of administrative responsibilities among municipal, regional and state authorities. The study identifies the strategic reactivation of Casa Bernardini–Locanda Longobarda as a key intervention to provide essential amenities at the summit, including a Visitor Centre, eco-friendly sanitary facilities and a small refreshment point, thereby bridging the gap between the lower town and the hilltop. By comparing Monselice with successful national and international management models—such as the Val di Cornia Parks System, the Rocca di Vignola Foundation, the Maya Centre Women’s Group in Belize and the RESTART “Restarter Sites”—the thesis argues that the most effective solution is the adoption of a Special Public-Private Partnership (PSPP) or a Participation Foundation, where state-led protection is combined with operational management entrusted to qualified Third Sector actors. The work also proposes an advanced digital ecosystem based on Digital Twin technologies, Augmented Reality, IoT monitoring systems and a Destination Management Dashboard, aimed at improving predictive maintenance, visitor flow management and universal accessibility. Overall, the thesis demonstrates that establishing the Archaeological Park of Monselice represents a replicable model of cultural regeneration and long-term sustainability, aligned with the principles of the Faro Convention and capable of transforming the site into a true Restarter Site—a catalyst for social, economic and identity-based development across the Euganean Hills.| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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