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Tempio del Valadier

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Tempio del Valadier
4.5
761 reviews
#1 of 15 things to do in Genga
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Restaurants
14 within 3 miles
Da Evanio
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0.2 miItalian
Ristorante Pizzeria Da Bosio
125
0.4 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Seafood
Hotel Ristorante Le Grotte
306
1.8 mi$$ - $$$ • Seafood • Vegetarian Friendly • Gluten Free Options
Trattoria Hostaria da Marianna
1,161
1.8 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Mediterranean • Vegetarian Friendly
Osteria cerqueto
377
1.9 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Mediterranean • Barbecue
Da Maria
1,767
2.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Mediterranean • Vegetarian Friendly
La Taverna di Frasassi
237
2.7 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Mediterranean • Vegetarian Friendly
Ristorante Francesco
611
2.7 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Mediterranean
La Terrazza
23
2.8 miItalian • Bar • Mediterranean • Central-Italian
747 Cafe
22
2.9 mi$ • Bar
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Attractions
59 within 6 miles
Museo Arte Storia Territorio
10
0.2 miHistory Museums
Museo d'arte sacra San Clemente
38
0.3 miArt Museums
Grotte di Frasassi
4,091
2.8 miCaverns & Caves
Abbazia di San Vittore delle Chiuse
361
2.7 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Santuario Madonna di Frasassi
90
2.6 miReligious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
Parco Naturale Regionale della Gola della Rossa e di Frasassi
102
Nature & Wildlife Areas
Chiesa di Santa Lucia
46
Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
Museo Speleo Paleontologico e Archeologico
131
2.7 miNatural History Museums
Ponte Romano
19
2.7 miBridges
Castello di Pierosara
39
2.4 miCastles
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
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4.5
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kaththewanderer26
London, UK13 contributions
Breathtaking and beautiful
Jul 2019 • Couples
Such a beautiful landmark again hidden and tucked away in such a beautiful part of Italy. So hot the day we went, especially walking the 700m incline to the temple but well worth the walk!!!
Written July 21, 2019
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ggeleyn
Kieldrecht, Belgium107 contributions
Worth the climb
Sep 2018 • Family
We previously visited the caves of Frassasi but never visited this church in the rocks before. Now we took the steep climb - take your time and rest a few times - and at the end this climb was really worth the effort. Nice view from above and 2 nice churches to visit.
Written September 22, 2018
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Maggie W
Montegiorgio, Italy42 contributions
Challenging walk ma vale la pena
Sep 2016 • Friends
For me, an out of condition pensioner, it was a challenging walk up. I counted the stations of the cross which helped me chart my progress! It was certainly worth it. The position of the church is incredible and the small sanctuary is very atmospheric. Sensible and comfortable shoes are a must.
Written September 20, 2016
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Tom_Ottantatre
Zuienkerke, Belgium725 contributions
steep climb, worth it!
Jul 2015 • Family
What a find, after a steep climb we arrived at this church on a odd location. What a view, what a temple, also do not forget to visit the 11th century church ñext to it!
Written July 29, 2015
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gelkr
Stockholm, Sweden196 contributions
Intresseting place well worth to visit
May 2022 • Couples
This is really something different. After a walk up in the hills you will find a small church located inside a cave.
Written June 10, 2022
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Klodia M
Carshalton, UK171 contributions
Super recommended
Aug 2019
Recommended to go with gym shoes. It is a wonderful place to visit. It’s 700 mt uphills so bring plenty of water. There s a small parking at the bottom with the possibility of having fresh public water.
Absolutely beautiful place
Written August 12, 2019
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Zoeshrager
45 contributions
Unique and beautiful church carved in a mountain.
Jun 2019 • Family
The church was magnificent on the exterior and pictures don’t do it justice. The only complaints are as follows: more benches on the hike up and cleaner bathrooms.
Written June 15, 2019
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Anuj_Mithani
Mumbai, India3,584 contributions
Unique
May 2018 • Couples
This “Refuge of Sinners” is an old pilgrimage site, with an octagonal temple (commissioned in early 19th century,and designed by Giuseppe Valadier- hence the name) sitting at the mouth of a cave. It's a steep 700 metres climb from a small, informal parking lot at the bottom (ample space was available, having arrived early before our Frassasi tour), but very worth the effort. Not to be missed when visiting the Grotte di Frassasi (mere 5 mins drive from there) .
Written June 20, 2018
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Mark, Toronto Canada
Toronto, Canada209 contributions
Incredibly beautiful
Jun 2018 • Couples
It's not an easy hike up to the top of the mountain, but it's certainly worth it to see this remarkable temple. While here, be sure to explore the area behind the temple, which serves as one of the primary cavers' entrances to the Grotte di Frasassi. You'll need sturdy shoes (it can get slippery) and a light. It's also easy to neglect the 1,000 year old Santa Maria Infra Saxa sanctuary just to the right of the temple. Don't.
Written June 10, 2018
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Craig C
Bollington, UK19 contributions
Worth the hike..!
Aug 2017 • Family
Came here after visiting grotto di frasassi (another must see place) the directions I found on the web and on trip advisor were not so great, it turns out that the start of the path is about half a mile from the frasassi cave opening (where you start the tour not where you get the tickets) there is a layby with a sign - Maddona di Frasassi where you can park and where the path starts. It's quite a steep climb but manageable. Our 9 and 7 year old walked it without complaint (but we walk a lot) people were up there with smaller children too. It is definitely worth the walk up as the place is beautiful and views are stunning. There are a couple of caves to explore behind the church and we even saw people climbing up the side. If you are in the area it is a must. Doing both Frasassi caves and this place in one day is a great day out for all.
Written August 16, 2017
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Tempio del Valadier (Genga) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

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