San Giulio Island, Orta San Giulio

Name: San Giulio Island
Address: Orta San Giulio, Italy

#5 among attractions in Orta San Giulio

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San Giulio Island or St. Julius Island is an island within Lake Orta in Piedmont, northwestern Italy. The island is 275 m long, and is 140 m wide. The most famous building on the island is the Basilica di San Giulio close to which is the monumental old seminary. Since 1976 it has been transformed into a Benedictine monastery. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 45°47'46"N, 8°23'60"E

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San Giulio Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Basilica di San Giulio, Mater Ecclesiae Abbey, Bagnera, Sacro Monte di Orta.

~250 ftSW
Sacred and religious sites, Church, Architecture
Basilica di San Giulio, Orta San Giulio
2 min walk • Nestled on the enchanting island of San Giulio in the middle of Lake Orta, the Basilica di San Giulio is a serene spiritual retreat and a jewel of Italian religious architecture. This historic basilica, a cornerstone of faith and history in the picturesque city of Orta...
~40 ftNW
Monastery
Mater Ecclesiae Abbey, Orta San Giulio
1 min walk • Mater Ecclesiae Abbey is an Italian Benedictine territorial abbey of nuns founded in 1973. The abbey is located on Lake Orta in northern Italy, considered one of the most scenic sites in the country.
1 miE
45°48'4"N • 8°25'11"E
Bagnera, Orta San Giulio
26 min walk • Beach
0.5 miE
Historical place, Sacred and religious sites, Park
Sacro Monte di Orta, Orta San Giulio
14 min walk • The Sacro Monte di Orta is a Roman Catholic devotional complex in the comune of Orta San Giulio on the summit of a hill known as San Nicolao, which faces the western shore of Lake Orta.
0.9 miE
Village
Carcegna, Orta San Giulio
22 min walk • Carcegna is a small village located above the eastern shore of Lake Orta, at an altitude of 490m, in the Province of Novara, Piedmont, Italy. Administratively a frazione of the commune of Miasino, it has 260 inhabitants, called Carcegnesi. Its patron saint is Saint Peter, celebrated on 29 June.
0.7 miNW
Locality
Pella
18 min walk • Visitors to Pella can wander through the charming streets lined with colorful houses and quaint cafes, taking in the relaxed atmosphere and friendly local hospitality. The town's waterfront promenade is the perfect place to take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the...

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Which popular attractions are close to San Giulio Island?

Nearby attractions include Mater Ecclesiae Abbey, Orta San Giulio (1 min walk), Basilica di San Giulio, Orta San Giulio (2 min walk), Sacro Monte di Orta, Orta San Giulio (14 min walk), Carcegna, Orta San Giulio (22 min walk).

San Giulio Island, Orta San Giulio

Facts and practical information

San Giulio Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Basilica di San Giulio, Orta San Giulio

Mater Ecclesiae Abbey, Orta San Giulio

Bagnera, Orta San Giulio

Sacro Monte di Orta, Orta San Giulio

Carcegna, Orta San Giulio

Pella

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to San Giulio Island?