Abbey of Sant'Antimo

In an isolated, picturesque corner of Tuscany, close to Siena and Montalcino you will find this silent yet spectacular attraction. The origins of the abbey date to a small oratory built in this location, which is thought to be a former Roman villa, in 352 at the death of Anthimus. In 715 it was cared for by the diocese of Chiusi, Tuscany.


There are several villa rental options in this area which make day trips to visit the abbey during vespers and the chanted mass easy and comfortable. Vacation in an area known for its authentic Tuscan beauty, a silent retreat into the countryside of Italy and its famous vineyards - rich in history and cultural.

In 770 the Lombards commissioned the construction of a Benedictine monastery in Tuscany, which was to act as a hotel for the pilgrims directed to Rome, Italy. In 781, in his trip back from Rome, Charlemagne, gave his imprint to the construction. At the apex of its history, the abbey possessed 96 castles, terrains and other lands, as well as 85 monasteries, churches and hospitals. Their most important possession was the castle of Montalcino nearby in the region in Tuscany.

Discover Tuscany organizes hiking and biking tours in this area designed to give you a unique opportunity to visit close-up this extraordinary zone of Tuscany, Italy. There is a listed of selected vacation villa rentals and self catering holiday apartments which allow for you to enjoy the Tuscan sunsets with a glass of Brunello wine and bread dipped in Italian extra virgin olive oil.

Who are the figures at Sant'Antimo?

In their own words "We are neither monks or friars, but a community of Regular Canons. We draw our inspiration from the Premontratensien Order founded by Saint Norbert in the 12th century, and from the Rule of Saint Augustine. To speak briefly, we are priests here who serve the local church, and the diocese…"


This community of priests who live in Tuscany, have opened their doors to those truly interested in deepening their knowledge of the historical importance of these religious structures in Italy. Discover Tuscany has an open appointment with this friendly priests of Tuscany to introduce you to their secret and enchanting world.

Tour Sant'Antimo

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