Santa Maria la Rossa Church

Santa Maria la Rossa is a Roman Catholic church in Milan featuring a central nave covered by a barrel vault. The vault extends into an apse and reflects Romanesque Revival design principles.

The church site contains remains from the Roman Imperial period, with written records first mentioning a basilica in the 10th century. The current building was constructed later when the medieval structure was redesigned according to contemporary architectural ideas.

The church is named "la Rossa" for its distinctive red brick facade that stands out in the neighborhood. Visitors notice this striking exterior feature immediately upon approaching the entrance.

The church is located at via Neera 24 and welcomes visitors during religious services and public hours. Visitors planning to photograph or spend time exploring should check ahead about scheduled services that might affect access.

The interior contains a permanent installation of fluorescent lights in green, blue, red, and yellow created by American artist Dan Flavin in 1996. These colored light rays create an unexpected contemporary feel within the traditional sacred space.

Location: Milan

Part of: Cascina Chiesa Rossa

GPS coordinates: 45.43065,9.17251

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:41