Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo, Montescaglioso
Abbazia di San Michele Arcangelo
An 11th-century Benedictine abbey with two cloisters, a library, and well-preserved 16th-century frescoes, one of Basilicata’s most important monasteries.
The abbey is in the hilltop town of Montescaglioso, about 15 km south of Matera. It was founded in the 11th century and expanded over time into a complex with two cloisters, a library, and a long gallery, with 16th-century frescoes still visible on the walls. From the edge of the hilltop town you can look out over the Bradano valley. The abbey often hosts exhibitions and events, and opening hours depend on the day. It pairs well with a hike through the southern section of the Murgia park.
Opening hours
Check on site
Nearby sights
- Convicinio di Sant'Antonio
- Belvedere Murgia Timone
- Palazzo Lanfranchi
- Casa Grotta di Vico Solitario
- Sasso Caveoso
- Santa Maria de Idris
- Church of San Pietro Caveoso
- Crypt of Original Sin