Cerreto Abbey

Cerreto Abbey is a medieval Cistercian monastery featuring a three-nave church structure in Lombardy. The building displays typical religious architecture with construction methods that reflect its age and original purpose.

The monastery was founded in 1084 by Benedictines and transitioned to Cistercian monks in 1139. When the monastic community declined, the complex was converted into a parish church and ceased its original religious function.

The monastery shaped Abbadia Cerreto so deeply that the village took its name from this religious building. The bond between the abbey and the settlement remains visible today in how the structures relate to each other and in the local identity.

The abbey remains open for visits and continues to serve religious functions in Lombardy. Visitors should be aware that the site remains active for worship, so respectful behavior is important when visiting.

In 1801 the Napoleonic government sold the abbey's assets to Marchese Giorgio Teodoro Trivulzio, fundamentally changing its ownership. This transfer marked the end of monastic control over the complex.

Location: Abbadia Cerreto

Inception: 1084

Address: Piazza della Vittoria, 1,0(P)

GPS coordinates: 45.31158,9.59517

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:25