Hermitage of Sant'Antonio del Mesco

The hermitage structure includes two buildings with perimeter walls, an apse, and remaining sections of the original stone vault at 311 meters elevation.

First documented in 1380, the hermitage construction began in the 11th century with carved stone, followed by additional building work in the 15th century.

The 15th-century wooden statue of Saint Anthony, formerly displayed at the hermitage, now resides in the Mortis et Orationis oratory in Monterosso.

The religious complex stands along a forested path to Punta Mesco, at the administrative border between Levanto and Monterosso al Mare municipalities.

From its position, visitors can observe the coastline stretching from Portofino promontory to the Cinque Terre and Palmaria Island.

Location: Levanto

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 44.13813,9.63514

Latest update: March 12, 2025 08:14