Grotta di San Filippo Benizi

The Grotta di San Filippo Benizi chapel stands within a large travertine rock block, featuring a vault enclosed by two walls at its ends.

In 1269, Saint Philip Benizi retreated to this location for three months after learning about his potential nomination as successor to Pope Clement IV.

The grotto houses an 18th-century plaster bust of Saint Philip and a wooden crucifix inside a tabernacle, which tradition attributes to the saint himself.

The chapel remains open to visitors throughout the year, with special celebrations taking place on August 22 and 23 during the feast of Saint Philip Benizi.

According to local accounts, the thermal waters of Bagni San Filippo emerged when Saint Philip struck his staff against the rock of the grotto.

Location: Castiglione d'Orcia

GPS coordinates: 42.92692,11.69075

Latest update: March 12, 2025 13:34