Sant'Agostino Church

Sant'Agostino is a church in Amatrice built in Romanesque style with a Gothic-Romanesque marble portal and local sandstone walls. The structure was heavily damaged during the 2016 earthquakes, leaving only the left wall and portal intact.

The building was constructed in 1428 and originally dedicated to Saint Nicholas before being rededicated to Saint Augustine. Giovanni dell'Amatrice designed this church during a period when such dedications reflected changing local religious practices.

The church holds 15th-century frescoes discovered in 1894, revealing how Renaissance art was valued in this region. These wall paintings reflect the artistic traditions that local artists and worshippers cherished.

The structure is in a damaged condition and access may be limited or restricted. Visitors should check locally about safety conditions and current accessibility before planning a visit.

The vault was demolished in 1845, fundamentally altering the interior layout. This change shaped how the building appeared for almost 200 years until the earthquakes caused further transformation.

Location: Amatrice

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Address: SR260, 7 - Amatrice

Website: http://comune.amatrice.rieti.it/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=34&Itemid=45

GPS coordinates: 42.62858,13.29127

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:00