Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pomposa, Modena

Name: Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pomposa
Address: Piazza della Pomposa, Modena, 41121, Italy
Telephone: +39 059 203 2660

#9 among attractions in Modena

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Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pomposa, Modena

Facts and practical information

The church of Santa Maria della Pomposa in Modena, Italy, is an ancient church in the city, once located at the edge of the city walls. Its name derives from the Pomposa Abbey located near the delta of the Po River. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 44°38'57"N, 10°55'27"E

Address

Piazza della PomposaModena 41121 Italy

Contact

+39 059 203 2660

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Day trips

Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pomposa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Modena Cathedral, Stadio Alberto Braglia, Palazzo Ducale, Ghirlandina.

~1150 ftS
Romanesque cathedral with a bell tower
Modena Cathedral, Modena
6 min walk • Modena Cathedral is a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture nestled in the heart of Modena, Italy. This stunning cathedral, consecrated in 1184, is renowned for its unique blend of artistic elements that have stood the test of time, drawing visitors from around the...
~1520 ftN
Sport complex, Outdoor activities, Sport venue
Stadio Alberto Braglia, Modena
8 min walk • Stadio Alberto Braglia is a football stadium in Modena, Italy. The stadium was built in 1936 and holds 21,092 people.
~1390 ftE
Palace, Baroque architecture, Architecture
Palazzo Ducale, Modena
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Modena, Italy, the Palazzo Ducale is a grandiose palace that stands as a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. Constructed under the orders of Francesco I d'Este, Duke of Modena, in the 17th century, this palace served as the main...
~1150 ftSE
Landmark bell tower with city views
Ghirlandina, Modena
6 min walk • The Torre della Ghirlandina or simply Ghirlandina is the bell tower of the Cathedral of Modena, in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. Standing at 86.12 metres, the tower is the traditional symbol of Modena, being visible from all directions outside the city.
~800 ftSE
Church, Baroque architecture
Chiesa del Voto, Modena
4 min walk • The church of Chiesa del Voto or Votive Church of Modena is a Baroque style church in the city of Modena, Italy. It is located near the town center, and was built to give thanks for the cessation of the plague of 1630.
0.7 miE
Museum, Specialty museum
Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari, Modena
17 min walk • Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari is a museum in Modena focused on the life and work of Enzo Ferrari, the founder of the Ferrari sports car marque.
0.5 miE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Monumental Temple of St Joseph, Modena
13 min walk • The Tempio Monumentale San Giuseppe or simplified as Tempio San Giuseppe was constructed in Modena, Italy, as a memorial for the 7237 fallen Modenese soldiers in the First World War. It is a Roman Catholic parish.
0.4 miS
Church
St. Francis of Assisi Church, Modena
11 min walk • San Francesco is a Gothic-style, Roman Catholic church in central Modena, Italy.
~950 ftSW
Art museum with Renaissance pieces
Galleria Estense, Modena
5 min walk • The Galleria Estense is an art gallery in the heart of Modena, centred around the collection of the d’Este family: rulers of Modena, Ferrara and Reggio from 1289 to 1796. Located on the top floor of the Palazzo dei Musei, on the St.
0.5 miS
Church
San Pietro Church, Modena
14 min walk • The Monastery and Church of San Pietro is a building complex located on Via San Pietro in central Modena, Italy. The site still hosts an active Benedictine monastery, and the temple now serves as a parish church.
~1850 ftSE
Concerts and shows, Opera, Theater
Teatro Comunale Luciano Pavarotti, Modena
9 min walk • The Teatro Comunale di Modena is an opera house in the town of Modena, Italy. The idea for the creation of the present theatre dates from 1838, when it became apparent that the then-existing Teatro Comunale di via Emilia was no longer suitable for staging opera.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pomposa?

Nearby attractions include Chiesa del Voto, Modena (4 min walk), Sant'Eufemia, Modena (5 min walk), Church of Sant'Agostino, Modena (5 min walk), Biblioteca Estense, Modena (5 min walk).

How to get to Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pomposa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pomposa:

Bus

Berengario Università • Lines: 1, 1A, 1B, 4, Linea 4 (Latina/Galilei) (2 min walk)
Ospedale Sant'Agostino • Lines: 1, 1A, 1B, 4, Linea 4 (Latina/Galilei) (4 min walk)

Trolleybus

Storchi Sacro Cuore • Lines: 6 (12 min walk)
Giannone • Lines: 6 (14 min walk)

Train

Modena (12 min walk)
Modena Policlinico (28 min walk)