The town once belonged to the Malatesta Seignory. The surrounding countryside is planted with vineyards and olives creating a relaxing view down the gentle slopes to the valley.
Most parts of the castle date back to the Malatesta period.
The area is rich in archaeological features which bear witness to the working of clay over a period of hundreds of years. Under the Malatestas, the area became an important part of their defence system and they built a robust fortress to "shield" Rimini, which still preserves its medieval layout to this day.Montescudo is famous for its potatoes, which have a distinctive consistency and flavour owing to the nature of the terrain, and are ideal for making "gnocchi". The Potato Festival is an opportunity to try this and many other, often unusual, dishes featuring one of the best products in Emilia Romagna.