The Abbey of San Benedetto in Val Perlana is a corner of the spirit, surrounded by wild nature and silence, isolated from the noise, confusion and traffic of the lakeside. It includes a Romanesque-style church, a bell tower and some structures belonging to what was the monastery, and is nestled on the southern slope of Mount Galbiga.

Probably built between 1050 and 1075, at about 800 meters above sea level and near a spring that still exists today, the Abbey stands out for the simplicity of its architectural lines, the light that filters through the few, small, windows, the rustic discretion of the furnishings that give a sense of religious peace in which it is nice to immerse yourself, even if only for a little while.

Info

The walk begins at the Abbey of Acquafredda, located in Lenno (Via Acquafredda 16, 22016 Lenno – CO).
Continue along Via San Benedetto, to the left of the Abbey. This cobbled path leads uphill through the forest for about one hour. The final 15 minutes of the route follow a gently sloping woodland trail.

Address

Monastero di San Benedetto, 22010 Ossuccio CO