Abbazia di San Nicolò del Boschetto, Benedictine monastery in Valpolcevera, Genoa, Italy
Abbazia di San Nicolò del Boschetto is a Benedictine monastery in Genoa with characteristic baroque architecture shaped by multiple building phases. The complex includes a church with frescoes, a decorated cloister with arched walkways, and adjoining structures that blend together across its grounds.
The monastery began as a small chapel in 1311 and was reorganized into a convent church in 1410 under Benedictine rule. This change marked the start of a long period of growth that shaped the complex into its present form over subsequent centuries.
The name refers to Saint Nicholas and the wooded landscape where it was built. Visitors can still see how this place connected Benedictine monks and local families across generations.
Visiting requires advance booking through email or WhatsApp, so arrange your request well ahead of your trip. Tours are typically available during specific windows, making it important to contact the monastery early to confirm dates.
The monastery today also serves as a refuge for families facing financial hardship while continuing its religious role. This dual function shows how an ancient site remains woven into the community's needs and evolves with current circumstances.
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