Church of Sant'Agata (Pieve Torina)
Church of Sant'Agata (Pieve Torina)
- Type
- Church
- Municipality
- Pieve TorinaPieve Torina (MC)
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The Church of Sant'Agata (Chiesa di Sant'Agata) in Pieve Torina is a protected Italian cultural heritage site in the municipality of Pieve Torina, in the province of Macerata. Pieve Torina lies at about 470 m above sea level, in the Sibillini National Park in the Sibillini Mountains. The church is described as a former church in the Gothic style, with 15th-century frescoes. It stands at the entrance to the village for those arriving from La Maddalena.
On the map
Points from the site database. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors · Protomaps.
History of the Church of Sant'Agata
A small hospital for pilgrims was attached to the church. This detail links it to the role of sheltering those who crossed the area on foot. Today the building is referred to as a former church.
What to see in the Church of Sant'Agata
The building is in the Gothic style and keeps 15th-century frescoes, its most interesting artistic feature.
How to visit the Church of Sant'Agata
Pieve Torina was hit hard by the 2016 earthquake, which left many religious and civic buildings in the municipality unusable. Before planning a visit, it is best to ask the Comune (town hall) about access to the church and the surrounding area.
Where the Church of Sant'Agata is
The church is in Pieve Torina, in the province of Macerata, in the Marche region. It stands at the entrance to the village, on the side facing those arriving from La Maddalena. The main town lies at about 470 m above sea level.
Around the Church of Sant'Agata
The same municipality is also home to the Church of Santi Cosma e Damiano (Pieve Torina) and the Church of Santi Pietro e Paolo (Pieve Torina). The church of Sant'Agostino, part of a complex with a 15th-century cloister, was badly damaged by the 2016 earthquake. It was given back to the community on April 27, 2024, together with the museum complex. The other churches of the area are gathered on the page about the churches of the Sibillini Mountains.
Frequently asked questions
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Nearby
What to see nearby
- 300 m
- 300 m
- 500 m
Where to stay
- I Giardini Affittacamere, Pieve TorinaGuesthouse400 m
- 1.5 km
- Il Conventino, Pieve TorinaFarm stay1.5 km
Where to eat
- 400 m
- Kriss Bar, Pieve TorinaBar and café700 m
- Bar Luigi 7.1, ValfornaceBar and café3.1 km
Straight-line distances.