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Church of Santissimo Crocifisso in Visso

Church of Santissimo Crocifisso in Visso

Type
Church
Municipality
Visso (MC)

Source: site database, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

The Church of Santissimo Crocifisso (Chiesa del Santissimo Crocifisso) in Visso is a Catholic church in the historic center, in the province of Macerata, built in 1338. It belongs to the San Francesco block, which also includes the Church of San Francesco in Visso, Porta Ponte Lato (a town gate) and the headquarters of the National Park of the Sibillini Mountains. The earthquake damaged the church between 2016 and 2018, and the building is now part of the reconstruction work in Visso. Before planning a visit, it is therefore best to check on the state of the building.

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History of the Church of Santissimo Crocifisso in Visso

The church was built in the 14th century, in 1338. Between the 15th and 18th centuries the building was rebuilt, and in 1501 it changed ownership. The entire building was restored between 1997 and 2000. A few years later, between 2016 and 2018, the church suffered earthquake damage.

What to see in the Church of Santissimo Crocifisso in Visso

The building has a facade, a bell tower and a tribune. Part of its interest lies in its setting: the church belongs to a historic cluster of buildings in the center of Visso that includes the old convent and the Chiesa di San Francesco.

Visiting the Church of Santissimo Crocifisso in Visso

After the earthquake the building is among those awaiting repair. Public access cannot be taken for granted. A single project for the San Francesco block, funded with 11.4 million euros, includes the restoration of the church. In January 2023 the design work was awarded with a deadline of 180 days. In October 2023 the historic center of Visso was still closed as a red zone. For up-to-date news, it is best to contact the Comune di Visso (town hall) or the diocese before setting out.

Where the Church of Santissimo Crocifisso in Visso is located

The church is in Visso, in Le Marche, in the historic center, in a block next to Porta Ponte Lato. It is a subsidiary church of the parish of Maria Santissima and belongs to the diocese of Camerino - San Severino Marche.

Around the Church of Santissimo Crocifisso in Visso

The same block contains the Chiesa di San Francesco, Porta Ponte Lato and a church building owned by the Istituto Divino Amore. There is also the headquarters of the Sibillini National Park, set in part of the old convent. These buildings are also included in the restoration project. Other places of worship in the area are described on the page about the churches of the Sibillini Mountains.

Frequently asked questions

When was the Church of Santissimo Crocifisso in Visso built?

Construction dates back to 1338, in the 14th century. The building was later rebuilt between the 15th and 18th centuries. In 1501 it changed ownership, and between 1997 and 2000 it was restored.

Was the Church of Santissimo Crocifisso in Visso damaged by the earthquake?

Yes, it suffered earthquake damage between 2016 and 2018. Its restoration is part of the project for the San Francesco block, funded with 11.4 million euros. In January 2023 the design work was awarded, to be completed within 180 days.

Which parish and diocese does the church belong to?

The Church of Santissimo Crocifisso in Visso is a subsidiary church of the parish of Maria Santissima. It is part of the diocese of Camerino - San Severino Marche, in the ecclesiastical region of Le Marche.

Which other buildings are part of the same block as the church?

The San Francesco block includes the Chiesa di San Francesco and Porta Ponte Lato. It also contains a church building of the Istituto Divino Amore, the headquarters of the Sibillini National Park and a private building next to the church.

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