Santuario della Madonna del Frassino

Tiny statue

A tiny statue of Madonna with little Jesus appeared in the early 1500s among the branches of an ash tree, according to popular belief it was invoked by a shepherd who had just been bitten by a snake t...

Enchanting place

We went up - you park and walk up about 400 mètres to not only a beautiful Church but a restaurant where the food is worth the walk. Peaceful - no cars- set in the pre alps this is a visit well worth...

Wonderful, off the beaten path stop.

While visiting Pischiera, Italy, on Lake Garda, we decided on a last minute stop to this peaceful sanctuary. It was lovely. Very beautiful grounds, nice cafe, and interesting history of the Virgin Mar...

Interesting History!

Just below the south end of the lake is the Santuario della Madonna del Frassino (Sanctuary of Madonna del Frassino), which has an interesting history: Following the appearance of a small statue of t...

A step back in time

My fiancee and I attended Sunday services, and were impressed by the friendliness of the congregation and the interior of the church! Be prepared for a totally Italian service, and don't be shy tryin...