Capizzo: Sanctuary, Rock Sanctuary and Festivals

Capizzo combines a striking ascent to a rock sanctuary with religious feast days, historic architectural landmarks and the virtual EcoMuseo of the municipality of Magliano Vetere. This creates a place with a range of focal points: the route to the Santuario rupestre di San Mauro, the rock niche of the Cappella, the San Mauro and San Fortunato festivals, as well as Chiesa di San Fortunato and Palazzo Morra each appeal to different interests.

On foot to the Santuario rupestre di San Mauro

The hike to the Santuario rupestre di San Mauro begins in Capizzo at an elevation of 625 metres and ends at the sanctuary at 1,100 metres. The Santuario rupestre di San Mauro can only be reached on foot via trekking trails. For planning purposes, the starting point in Capizzo is therefore clearly distinct from the destination at the sanctuary; the elevation range is an integral part of the character of the route. Anyone wishing to experience this section should plan their stay around a hike and allow sufficient time for it.

Rock niche and interior of the Cappella

The Cappella rupestre di San Mauro in Capizzo is built into a rock niche on Monte Faito. Monte Faito presents itself as a massive limestone formation. The interior of the Cappella Rupestre di San Mauro Martire was shaped across three levels. Its starting point was the cave that originally housed the sanctuary's altar. Thus, in Capizzo, the rocky landscape, sacred space and architectural design exist closely alongside one another, without the site being limited to a single attraction.

Festivals on 11 July and 28 August

The San Mauro festival takes place in Capizzo on 11 July. On the morning of 11 July, during the annual procession to San Mauro, the residents of Capizzo carry the statue of the patron saint to the Santuario rupestre di San Mauro. The San Fortunato festival takes place in Capizzo on 28 August. The two fixed dates give the local culture a clear annual rhythm and offer travellers interested in culture specific occasions to connect Capizzo with its religious traditions.

Historical traces in and around Capizzo

Chiesa di San Fortunato in Capizzo dates from the 15th century. Palazzo Morra has two portals dating from 1723 and 1800. The ancient site of Capocasale is also located in the vicinity of Capizzo. Together, these sites lead from the history of medieval church architecture through the portals of Palazzo Morra to an ancient site in the surrounding area. A tour through the history of the town can therefore focus on different periods and forms.

Landscape and Cilento in the virtual EcoMuseo

Capizzo is home to the virtual EcoMuseo and visitor centre of the municipality of Magliano Vetere. It has an immersive room where you can learn about the distinctive landscape and natural features of Cilento.

More destinations for trip planning

Sant'angelo A Fasanella, Conca Dei Marini, Colliano, Salitto-valle, Borgo Carillia, Sanza, Albanella, Battaglia Di Casaletto Spartano

To the overarching travel overview: Salerno.