Climbing the Sacred Mount is an experience which, in the silence of contemplation, allows you to explore artistic treasures of great value and significance for spiritual life. The information office employee explains them very well and is very generous in offering travelers detailed and engaging explanations. Look for him, because his passionate accompaniment makes the visit truly special. The beauty of the site is enhanced by the splendid view of the island of S. Giulio, which from the top of the mountain appears like a poetic dream. Coming down you feel regenerated. Annarita and Andrea (province of Gorizia)

Amazing place to explore. Did not know what to expect as we walked up the steep hill from the town. You do not have to be religious to enjoy this place. Think of it as a landscape park full of classical follies - I did. Great views across the lake as well. Highly recommended.

Small hike / easy ascent about 30 minutes to the Sacro Monte d’Orta (Holy Mountain). Here lies a pilgrimage site built during the Counter-Reformation with reference to Francis of Assisi (1181-1226) – 200 years between the beginning of construction and completion (1590-1785) – devotional path with 21 chapels with beautiful frescoes and 376 living sculptures made therein by Dionigi Bussola, who is also represented with numerous works in Milan Cathedral. Crowning the “Chiesa di San Nicola” with beautiful altarpieces and a closed monastery. From the forecourt you have a beautiful view over the lake and the island of Isola San Giulio.

Spectacular view. Immense park. Sculptures of the life of St. Francis at human height. From the mountain you can see the island with the monastery of 70 cloistered nuns. In one of the buildings were the works of a contemporary artist (Omar Hassan). Super experience.

Beautiful path above Orta to enjoy peace and a stunning view of the lake. The route is uphill but it is quite easy. the 20 chapels tell the life of St. Francis in various "episodes". Some chapels are a bit ruined by time but others have been recently restored

An artistic and spiritual journey on the life of St. Francis, pure emotion. Thanks to the Sacred Mountains Management Board, which with so much work and dedication made our experience simply unforgettable. Thank you from the Cappuccini group in Casalpusterlengo.

We arrived at the parking lot by car and started the route from the church of San Francesco and San Nicolò, admiring the chapel with life-height statues. On the altar we admired the Pieta in cherry. On the way down we visited the 21 chapels that describe the path of St. Francis. And x last the New Chapel surprised us x its volume on different floors, but it has never been finished. All "wrapped" by immense trees 🌳 and almost uncontaminated nature 💚. The route can last from 1 hour to 1 hour and thirty.

Twenty chapels where each tells a very important episode in the life of St. Francis. It also enjoys an excellent panorama, a place set in the green. Being with a newborn, pushing the stroller into the pebbles made me desist from seeing all the chapels... too bad

Unexpected tour. A real discovery! We suddenly organized this tour following the many positive reviews! The tour was interesting and exhaustive without doubt thanks to the passion and skills of the staff of the managing body! A must-see destination even during the winter months.

Our visit to the Sacred Mount was a profound discovery... the cold and gray skies did not stop our feeling as pilgrims and our immersion in the spirituality, art, history and nature that this place holds. Without our special guide we could not fully immerse ourselves in this experience: professionalism, sensitivity, respect, delicacy and sympathy of the reception office staff were the way to not feel like simple tourists! We are very grateful and look forward to returning soon involving our loved ones and friends.