Abbazia di San Martino al Cimino - Parrocchia "S. Martino Vescovo"
About This Museum
If these walls could talk, they'd whisper tales of Cistercian monks and the formidable Sister Benedetta. The story really begins in the 13th century, when the abbey was first established, but its current grandeur is thanks to Pope Innocent X's powerful sister, who transformed it in the 1600s. Stepping inside feels like walking into a cool, quiet slice of the past, where the light filters softly through the windows onto ancient stone. It’s a place that still feels deeply spiritual, a living parish church layered with centuries of history.
Collection Highlights
Don't miss the stunning wooden choir stalls behind the main altar, intricately carved with scenes from the life of Saint Martin. Your eye will also be drawn to the magnificent rose window above the entrance, a classic feature of Cistercian architecture that bathes the nave in colored light.
Visitor Information
It's best to check their schedule for Mass times if you want to see it in full swing, as it's a working church. The piazza outside is lovely for a quiet moment afterwards.
Architecture & Building
You're looking at a beautiful example of Cistercian Gothic, all clean lines and solemn grandeur, though you can see the later Baroque touches from its 17th-century renovation, especially inside.
Contact & Location
Address: Piazza dell'Oratorio, San Martino al Cimino, Viterbo, Lazio, Italia
Phone: +39 0761 379803
Website: Visit Website
