St. Francis of Assisi Church, Modena

Name: St. Francis of Assisi Church
Address: Piazza S. Francesco D'Assisi, Modena, 41121, Italy
Telephone: +39 059 236218

#8 among attractions in Modena

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San Francesco is a Gothic-style, Roman Catholic church in central Modena, Italy. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 44°38'36"N, 10°55'20"E

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Piazza S. Francesco D'AssisiModena 41121 Italy

Contact

+39 059 236218

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St. Francis of Assisi Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. Francis of Assisi Church?

Nearby attractions include San Bartolomeo, Modena (5 min walk), Piazza Grande, Modena (7 min walk), Modena Cathedral, Modena (7 min walk), San Pietro Church, Modena (7 min walk).

How to get to St. Francis of Assisi Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Francis of Assisi Church:

Bus

Rimembranze bv Canalchiaro • Lines: 2, 2A, 5, 5A (2 min walk)
Risorgimento • Lines: 2, 2A, 5, 5A (4 min walk)

Trolleybus

via Giannone • Lines: 6 (4 min walk)
Giannone • Lines: 6 (4 min walk)

Train

Modena Piazza Manzoni (20 min walk)
Modena (23 min walk)