This monastery is breathtaking for its magnificent location, its architecture and its history. San Romedio is a fascinating character, invoked by those in danger of life. The abbey preserves his remains along with the numerous ex voto who thank the saint for his miraculous interventions. In addition, the Franciscan friars are responsible for protecting bears that can no longer live in the wild; currently only Bruno is housed and fed by them. This is because Romedius domesticated a specimen, as seen in numerous depictions. The monastery can be reached on foot, following a magnificent path through streams, woods and overhanging rocks. Or you can leave your car at the car park and use the shuttle which runs approximately every twenty minutes. ( 4 euros for parking, 3 euros for the round trip shuttle).

One of the most characteristic and surprising shrines of our country. You can reach it by car through a narrow asphalted road in the rock gorge. The structure rises in height with various frescoed rooms and still perfectly today. Very striking story was maintenance of the place. Also for animal lovers and especially for children there is the possibility to spot the bear that is in captivity inside the enclosure. The place could also be reached on foot through a path carved into the rock of the valley that is part of a walk, very suggestive but not suitable for those suffering from vertigo.

Beautiful and suggestive we arrived at the hermitage along the characteristic path in the rock starting from Sanzeno a beautiful walk of about an hour. The hermitage is really very beautiful the more you climb the many steps the more you are fascinated by so much beauty. Must-see places.

…I saw it again with pleasure!!…this Sanctuary of San Romedio in Val di Non!!…not far from Sanzeno!!…in the municipal area of Predaia!!…it is located on a spur of rock!!…so truly spectacular!! …the Sanctuary is made up of five churches built over about nine hundred years!!…and they are joined together by a long staircase!!…about 130 steps!!…the hermit Romedio…from a wealthy family!!…after a visit to Rome!!…he donated all his possessions to the Church and retired as a hermit here!!…in the caves near the Sanctuary!!…it is said that he arrived in Trento to greet Bishop Virgil riding a bear!! …who had torn to pieces the horse that was supposed to transport the hermit!!…and this episode is remembered with a wooden statue…which can be seen at the entrance to the Sanctuary!!…magic place!!…of peace and serenity! !…it is said to be one of the most characteristic hermitages in all of Europe!!…this Sanctuary of San Romedio!!…in Val di Non!!…absolutely worth seeing!!…

Magnificent place of worship. Spirituality today was clouded by the huge flow of young teenagers. Despite that place worth a visit and a stop. Access on foot through a path starting from the Rhaetian Museum. The path is carved from the rock that protrudes (beware of the head) but easy and well protected by robust wooden palisades (no danger then). All very impressive. As well as the presence of a bear 🐻 in excellent health.

A suggestive place worth a visit. The Sanctuary was built on the spur of a mountain. Enchanting, both from down and up. In Val di Non it is very popular and is a destination for continuous visits and pilgrimages, due to the devotion to San Romedio (with a history similar to that of San Francesco). As you climb the many steps you will notice several chapels and places of worship until you reach the top. In the garden below (fenced), there is a brown bear, which I could not see (as it is hidden in some shaded area). Research the history of San Romedio, to understand the presence of the bear. You can arrive comfortably via a nearby parking lot, but if you want you can take a longer and more scenic route starting from the Rhaetian museum.

Beautiful sanctuary dedicated to Saint Romedio, definitely worth a visit. Unique experience both from the point of view of architectural impact and from an emotional point of view. Don't miss a visit to the Bruno bear and his particular story.