Abbey of San Pietro al Monte

The religious site includes three structures: the basilica of San Pietro, the oratory of San Benedetto, and ruins of the original monastery at 662 meters altitude.

According to records, King Desiderius built the monastery in 772 after his son Adelchi regained sight through the waters of a local spring.

The basilica contains extensive Romanesque frescoes depicting the Apotheosis of Christ and Triumph of the Righteous based on the Book of Revelation.

Visitors can reach the monastery through a 50-minute walking path starting from Civate or a 75-minute trail beginning in Suello.

Two stone portals display the Benedictine motto 'Ora et Labora,' marking the entrance to this mountain religious complex in Valle dell'Oro.

Location: Civate

Inception: 1000

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Elevation above the sea: 662 m

GPS coordinates: 45.83476,9.31944

Latest update: May 11, 2025 20:10