Madonna del Sasso Sanctuary

Located at 565 metres above sea level, the Sanctuary of Madonna delle Grazie al Sasso represents the main architectural complex of the Santa Brigida Protected Natural Area and one of the most important in the area, especially from a devotional point of view. The features of the place, high on the Borro delle Sieci valley and surrounded by woods, facilitated since ancient times the establishing of cult practices and forms of hermitage. The first proof in this respect would consist of the building, between the 4th and 5th century AD, of a tabernacle, later called of the Hermit.

The construction of the Madonna del Sasso Sanctuary began on July 2 1490 and was completed on several occasions throughout the years before achieving its current appearance, with the arcade overlooking the area in front and the architectural complex divided into upper and lower oratory embellished by a belltower, whose construction dates back to 1510.

A place of worship and pilgrimage, the Sanctuary is also a reference point for many hiking and walking enthusiasts; inside the complex is the Visitor Centre of the Santa Brigida Protected Natural Area.