Taverna di Sossanta in Camerino

Taverna di Sossanta: where it is

The tavern takes its name from the Terziero di Sossanta. The district covers the northeast part of Camerino, from the Cathedral to Borgo San Venanzio, where the Basilica of the patron saint stands. The name comes from sub sancta, meaning “below the Cathedral”.

Taverna di Sossanta: what it offers

The terzieri taverns open with the start of the Corsa alla Spada e Palio and stay open until the end of the event. The Cena dei Mille opens the calendar, and the taverns receive reservations in the days before. In the program, tavern dinners alternate with music on period instruments and shows by jesters and jugglers.

Since the tavern is tied to the May event, it is worth checking that it is open before going when visiting Camerino at another time. Other places are on the page Camerino restaurants.

Taverna di Sossanta: what to see nearby

The Basilica di San Venanzio is the destination of the historical processions of the three terzieri. On May 17 the processions reach it by torchlight and offer candles to the saint. During the event the Rocca del Borgia hosts encampments and concerts, while the Monastero di Santa Chiara, just outside the old walls, is linked to the figure of Camilla Battista da Varano.

The current cathedral was built between 1802 and 1832, on the site of the previous medieval cathedral destroyed by the 1799 earthquake. Before a visit it is worth checking the accessibility of each site.