Hermitage of Sant'Onofrio

The Sant'Onofrio hermitage integrates natural rock formations into its structure, featuring both a church section and multiple connected chambers with barrel vaults.

Benedictine monks from the Abbey of San Liberatore constructed this religious sanctuary in the 12th century, with substantial modifications made in 1948.

The hermitage contains a specific stone formation called the Cradle of Sant'Onofrio where people traditionally lie down seeking physical healing.

The hermitage requires approximately 30 minutes to visit and can be accessed by car through the roads leading to Serramonacesca in the Pescara province.

Behind the altar, two doors lead to an ancient core containing a partially unexplored cave system with archaeological remnants and burial sites.

Location: Serramonacesca

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 42.23160,14.08460

Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:39