📜 Roman Catholic monastery dramatically built into a cliff overlooking Lake Maggiore.
🔍 Houses the preserved body of its 12th-century founder, Alberto Besozzi.
⛪ Impressive monastery architecture and historical frescoes
🏞️ Picturesque location with breathtaking views of Lake Maggiore
📜 Rich history and spiritual tranquility
🪦 Coffin with a perfectly preserved hermit
🚡 Accessible by elevator or boat
🚫 Animals not allowed inside the monumental part
⛪ Church access restricted during religious services
♿ Partially accessible for persons with reduced mobility; some areas difficult due to steep paths and stairs.
Entrance fees typically 5-10 €.
Daily, hours vary by season:
High Season (Mar 16-Oct 14, Dec 16-Jan 6): 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Low Season (Oct 15-Dec 15, Jan 7-Mar 15): Mon-Fri 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sat-Sun & holidays 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
🛥️ For best views, approach by boat or ferry on Lago Maggiore
👟 Wear comfortable shoes due to steep paths and stairs
🚶♀️ Steep steps from jetty, elevator available from car park
ℹ️ Check official website for current hours
Ample parking available near ticket office, accessible via 240 steps from above.
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