Landscapes and Landforms Driven by Geological Structures in the Northwestern Apennines

The northwestern Apennines present a very complex geomorphology, strictly related to the recent tectonic evolution of the orogenic chain (Upper Oligocene—Lower Miocene to present). In this chapter, some unique and representative landform assemblages related to tectonic structures located in the area between the Scrivia and Trebbia valleys are described. Morphological aspects are also highlighted in relation to lithological/structural elements of local or regional importance, some of which have driven significant river diversion. The peculiar features of these landforms hold the pieces of the geological and geomorphological evolution of the entire area and are spectacularly exposed and clearly visible along beautiful valleys.