First stop Rimini. Between silence and 14th-century art

In the heart of Rimini stands the Augustinian Convent of St John the Evangelist, founded in 1200.
It is one of the largest and most fascinating churches in the city, famous for its precious frescoes of the 14th-century Rimini School of painting.
A place where spirituality meets the beauty of art.

Second stop Santarcangelo. The parish church that tells the centuries

Santarcangelo di Romagna, about 10 km from Rimini, is home to the oldest parish church in the area, dedicated to St Michael Archangel, the town's patron saint. Built in the 6th century in Byzantine style, today, its bare stones make this a very evocative place that invites to meditation and recollection.

Third stop Verucchio. Where Francis Passed, Convent of St Francis

In the green heart of the Marecchia Valley, at the foot of the Verucchio hill, stands the Convent of San Francesco, the oldest in Romagna (1215).

Here the Saint of Assisi stopped to perform miracles. The church preserves a 14th-century portal and a fine Renaissance choir, perfect examples of Franciscan art. A cypress still stands, alive and well after centuries, in the cloister, planted by St Francis.

Fourth stop Villa Verucchio. Between olive trees and stone

About 3 km away in Villa Verucchio stands the parish church of San Martino. It dates back to the year 990. It is a Romanesque-Gothic building surrounded by olive trees, at the foot of the rock on which it dominates the village. A simple and authentic place, where time seems to stand still.

Fifth stop Talamello. Between faith and mystery

After about 20 minutes by car, you reach Talamello, with its fascinating Monastery of San Lorenzo.

Founded in 1300, it houses the miraculous Crucifix of Giovanni da Rimini, protagonist of numerous healings. A place of deep devotion and mystery, perfect for those seeking an authentic spiritual experience.

Sixth stop San Leo. In the shade of the sacred elm

Only 10 km separate Talamello from San Leo. The Convent of Sant'Igne recalls the passage of St Francis.

A fragment of the elm tree under which the saint preached is preserved in the church. Next to it, a sober cloister and a Gothic chapter house tell of the quietness of monastic life.

Seventh stop San Leo. Cloisters and silence

Conclude your journey in the Parish Church of Santa Maria Assunta and the Convent of Montemaggio, symbols of Montefeltro's oldest spirituality.

Built in the 11th century over the cell of San Leone, the parish church houses a precious ciborium from the 9th century and an evocative stone crypt.

Travel tips

• Ideal for slow and spiritual tourism
• Perfect for discovering medieval art and breathtaking views
• An exciting journey through history, legend and faith