Vallombrosa Abbey, Reggello

Name: Vallombrosa Abbey
Address: Via Guido Monaco, Reggello, 50066, Italy

#1 among attractions in Reggello

Top attraction, Church, Monastery

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Vallombrosa is a Benedictine abbey in the comune of Reggello, about 30 km south-east of Florence, in the Apennines, surrounded by forests of beech and firs. It was founded by Florentine nobleman Giovanni Gualberto in 1038 and became the mother house of the Vallumbrosan Order. ()

Local name: Abbazia di Vallombrosa Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 43°43'56"N, 11°33'28"E

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Via Guido MonacoReggello 50066 Italy

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Vallombrosa Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sammezzano, Arboreti di Vallombrosa, Museo Masaccio, Castle of Montemignaio.

4.7 miSW
Forts and castles
Sammezzano
121 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, Italy, the enchanting Sammezzano Castle is a hidden gem that exudes a unique blend of history, art, and architecture. This mesmerizing structure is not just a castle but an exemplary showcase of Moorish revival style, set amidst the...
~720 ftW
Botanical garden
Arboreti di Vallombrosa
4 min walk • The Arboreti di Vallombrosa are seven arboreta located within the Forest Demaniale Vallombrosa near the historic Vallombrosa Abbey founded in 1036 by St. John Gualbert of Visdomini, heavenly patron of the Italian Forestry Corps.
4.2 miS
Specialty museum, Museum
Museo Masaccio, Reggello
107 min walk • The Masaccio Museum is located in Cascia, a hamlet in the municipality of Reggello in the province of Florence. The museum, which opened on April 21, 2002, is located in the apse area of the beautiful parish church of San Pietro.
3.7 miE
Forts and castles
Castle of Montemignaio
94 min walk • Montemignaio Castle is a castle in the commune of Montemignaio, Province of Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy.
3.6 miS
Church
Chiesa di San Jacopo, Reggello
92 min walk • The church of San Jacopo is located in Regello.
7.3 miSW
Locality
Incisa Val d'Arno
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4.2 miS
Church
Pieve dei Santi Pietro e Paolo, Reggello
107 min walk • The parish church of San Pietro a Cascia is located in Cascia, in the municipality of Reggello, in the metropolitan city of Florence, diocese of Fiesole.
5 miW
Church
Pieve di San Leolino, Rignano sull'Arno
128 min walk • The parish church of San Leolino is located in the municipality of Rignano sull'Arno, in the province of Florence.
3.3 miNW
Locality
Pelago
85 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque Tuscany region of Italy, Pelago is a charming comune that offers a delightful mix of natural beauty, historical landmarks, and a laid-back atmosphere. Situated amidst rolling hills and lush vineyards, Pelago is a haven for nature lovers...

Vallombrosa Abbey, Reggello

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Vallombrosa Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)