Abbazia Cistercense di Santa Maria di Piona

A very nice, peaceful holy place. Nevertheless I'm not sure in the opening hours, because we arrived there before 3 PM, and the facility was open. The road leading there is very narrow, and surface is uneven, made up in smaller/bigger pebbles. 10 km/h speed is the maximum, if you don't want to let your car being damaged.

A beautiful and peaceful place, the Abbey is still in use. Its worth a visit for the church and the grounds, but the views of the lake and mountains are quite stunning. When we visited there was an exhibition of Fra. Piets paintings, striking and original, surprisingly fresh and modern, and the Abbey produces a liquor which can be bought in a small shop.

We stopped here well taking a day trip around lake Como. This ministry is very large and with many beautiful view points of the lake. This ministry also has many places where you could just sit relax and reflect. It is also pretty quiet here I definitely recommend visiting here well you are in the lake Como area.

Stumbled upon this place as we drive around Como. Beautiful little Abbey and well maintained grounds & gardens.

I’ve been to this little location many many times. It is peaceful, beautiful, and above all they serve really great. The course and face screams made by the monks and nuns.

I can't help it but wonder whether Jesus would have put up these (very recent) signs aimed at not so rich travellers who used to flock in large numbers to the site. Now the parking is empty. A symptom or a feature ? Otherwise always worth a visit For the believer and non-believer. Don't forget : except for this place, catholic churches (and parkings) are open to everyone !

Beautiful place, especially love the tree in the middle. But probably wouldn't come from far just to visit. But if you are there hiking, or climbing definetly stop by!

Great North view of the lake and snow capped mountains.