Top Things to do in Susa Valley
Things to do in Susa Valley, Piedmont: The Best Historic Sites
Discover the best top things to do in Susa Valley, Italy including Sacra di San Michele, Porta Savoia, Forte Di Exilles, Torre dell'Orologio, Palazzo del Municipio, Casa Cantamerlo, Porta San Giovanni, Oratorio del Gesu, Castello di San Giorio di Susa, Casa della Porta Ferrata.
Restaurants in Susa Valley
1. Sacra di San Michele
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4.5 based on 1,965 reviews
This monument is a symbol of Piedmont Region and a place that inspired the writer Umberto Eco to conceive the best-seller “Il nome della rosa” ( The name of the rose ) , the Sacra of San Michele is an ancient abbey built between 983 and 987 on the top of mount Pirchiriano, 40 km from Turin. From it’s towers you can admire Turin and a breathtaking view of the Val di Susa. Inside the main Church of the Sacra, dating from the twelfth century, are buried members of House of Savoy (one of the oldest royal family in the world). Dedicated to the cult of the Archangel Michele, defender of the Christian people, the Sacra di San Michele fits inside a ruote of pilgrimage (long over 2000 km) wich runs from Saint-Michel ( France ) to Monte Sant’Angelo (Puglia). The history, the spiritual value and the landscape that sorrounds it trasform the Sacra in a special destination for visitors from all over the world.
Reviewed By DamCar65
When travelling France <> Italy, I often go via the Montgenèvre pass (on the Briançon/Turin road) and could see this monastery from the motorway. So for once, I made time to visit and was very moved. Absolutely wonderful. But as many have said – be prepared to walk, even if you come by car! Monastery founded in the late 900’s (so, over 1,000 years ago!) and was for many years under the Benedictine rule (currently with the Rosminians). Most of the monastery is in ruins (except the chapel), but you can still get a sense of the grandeur of the place. It is one of seven monasteries dedicated to St Michael linking Skellig Michael (Ireland) to Jerusalem. Saint Michael’s Mount (Cornwall, UK) and Mont Saint Michel (Normandy, France) are also part of the series. Take time to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the views. Surprisingly the gift shop and the café are not overpriced. Certainly will visit again and perhaps will make it a day-trip, walking from the valley floor.
2. Porta Savoia
3. Forte Di Exilles
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4.0 based on 258 reviews
4. Torre dell'Orologio
5. Palazzo del Municipio
6. Casa Cantamerlo
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3.5 based on 4 reviews
7. Porta San Giovanni
8. Oratorio del Gesu
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
9. Castello di San Giorio di Susa
10. Casa della Porta Ferrata
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
