WHAT TO VISIT IN SPILIMBERGO

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THE COLORFUL CITY

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Spilimbergo, known as the colorful city, is full of frescoed palazzi along Corso Roma, housing shops, restaurants, and bars. The street leads to the main square and the Cathedral, where even the walls are decorated with images of Saint Cristoforo. Near the church, a small bridge takes you to the beautiful "Palazzo Dipinto" (Painted Palace), adorned with impressive frescoes.

The city's colorful tradition continues with mosaic sculptures, created by the renowned local mosaic school.

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HISTORY AND SIGHTS

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Spilimbergo's history dates back to the 11th century, when the Spengenberg family, appointed by the Patriarch of Aquileia, settled here. The town's name likely derives from the German family name.

The 13th-century Cathedral, largely funded by Earl Walterpertoldo, houses his sarcophagus in the crypt.  In the nearby Church of SS Giuseppe e Pantaleone.you can admire the stunning Renaissance-era wooden choir seats.These seats are considered some of the most beautiful Renaissance choir stalls in the region. Exceptional craftsmanship that are considered masterpieces of religious art and woodwork.

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THE FAMOUS MOSAIC SCHOOL

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In 1922 the city opened a mosaic school to help boys who lost their fathers in WWI learn a new profession. Today, it is one of Italy’s most important mosaic schools, alongside the one in Ravenna. Students from around the world come to learn mosaic art and restoration. It's open for public with a guided tour that you can book with me. 

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VISIT THE NEARBY PROVESANO

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Nearby, the village of Provesano features the beautiful Church of San Leonardo, with religious frescoes by the Renaissance painter Gianfrancesco da Tolmezzo.

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BOOK A GUIDED TOUR

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A visit to Friuli Venezia Giulia isn't complete without Spilimbergo. Contact me to book a guided tour and explore the town and its famous mosaic school. More details on the tour and rates are available by clicking the purple button.