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Abbeys and monasteries, Lombardy

Abbeys and monasteries in Lombardy

In Lombardy we have listed 305 abbeys and monasteries; the most detailed page is Torba Abbey (Gornate-Olona).

Most are in the province of Milano (73), the province of Brescia (48) and the province of Bergamo (35).

By date of construction, the most common period is the Middle Ages (77% of dated places).

Of these, 3 list opening hours and 3 are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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  • 108with photo
  • 117with description
  • 3with opening hours
  • 1free entry

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Abbeys and monasteries in Lombardy: frequently asked questions

How many abbeys and monasteries are there in Lombardy?

Our atlas lists 305 abbeys and monasteries in Lombardy. The province with the most abbeys and monasteries is Milano (73).

What are the most important abbeys and monasteries in Lombardy?

Based on how much information is available (description, photos, visitor info), the standouts are Torba Abbey (Gornate-Olona), San Pietro in Ciel d'Oro (Pavia) and Certosa di Pavia (Certosa di Pavia).

Which abbeys and monasteries in Lombardy can you visit for free?

Free entry (always, or on the first Sunday of the month) is listed for Certosa di Pavia (Certosa di Pavia). Always check the conditions on the official website.

Which abbeys and monasteries in Lombardy have opening hours listed?

3 out of 305 have opening hours (source: OpenStreetMap), including Torba Abbey (Gornate-Olona), Abbazia di San Nicola (Rodengo Saiano) (Rodengo-Saiano) and Palazzo Diocesano (Mantua). Hours can change: check before you go.