Croce di Calvino, Monumental cross in central Aosta, Italy.
The Croce di Calvino is a stone monument rising about 6 meters high, standing on a square base with a slender pillar. A small semicircular fountain was added to its foundation in 1841.
The monument was built in 1541, replacing an earlier shrine dedicated to Saint Gratus. This construction marked a moment when religious change was reshaping the region.
The Latin inscription at the base reflects how much local people valued this monument by renewing it repeatedly. The cross stands in a busy part of town where residents and visitors pass by throughout the day.
The monument is located on Via Croix de Ville in the historic center of Aosta and is easy to reach on foot. The spot sits near public transportation and other landmarks, making it simple to visit along with exploring the surrounding area.
Local stories connect the monument with a supposed visit by John Calvin to Aosta in 1536, though historical records do not confirm this link. This makes the cross a point where local memory and documented history diverge in interesting ways.
Location: Aosta
GPS coordinates: 45.73658,7.31694
Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:03
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