Montemilone (Potenza)
Sanctuary of the Gloriosa (Madonna del Bosco)
The Sanctuary of the Gloriosa, also known as the Madonna del Bosco, is one of the first sanctuaries to have arisen in Basilicata. It stands on a hill of about 400 metres in the “valley of the Greeks”, some 2 km from the town, surrounded by oak woods.
- Opening hoursVariable: check before visiting
- AdmissionFree entry
- WhereValle dei Greci, Montemilone (PZ)
What to see
- The small Romanesque church, with the friars’ hermitage attached.
- The ancient grotto above which the sanctuary stands: it belonged to the oratory of the village of San Lorenzo.
- The view over the valley and the oak woods around.
How to get there
It can be reached by car from Montemilone, along a road that starts from Via Madonna del Bosco. The town lies on the border between the Murge, the Bradano trough and the Tavoliere.
Useful information
The feast of the Madonna del Bosco is celebrated on 11, 12 and 13 August. Opening times vary, so it is best to check before going. The map position comes from Wikipedia.
Also visit the Mother Church of Santo Stefano, which holds the wooden statue of the Madonna del Bosco. Discover more places in Montemilone.
