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The Abbey Church of San Bartolomeo, rebuilt in the second half of the 19th century, stands out for its Greek cross layout and the richness of its interiors. The frescoes by the painter Fontana, along with the marble decorations and the figures of saints created by his student Nicola Achilli, make it a small treasure of sacred art.
The Abbey of San Bartolomeo was founded in the 11th century as a Romanesque church, built on the foundations of a Roman villa and a pagan temple. It had a rectangular layout, a main nave, and a secondary one with an oak wood roof, as well as a bell tower. Externally, it displayed typical Romanesque features: exposed bricks, hanging arches, and stone-decorated portals.
In the first half of the 19th century, the original structure was demolished and rebuilt in neoclassical style according to the design of engineer Roncalli: a rectangular plan with an inscribed Greek cross, barrel vault, central dome, semicircular apse, and a walnut wood choir. The interior is enriched by paintings by master Luigi Fontana, stuccos by his student Niccolò Achilli, and the splendid pipe organ by Vincenzo Paci from 1881, restored thanks to the efforts of the Corale San Bartolomeo.
Adjacent to the church, the rectory houses the evocative ‘Hall of Coats of Arms,’ entirely decorated with views of the village and portraits of the commendatory abbots who have succeeded each other from 1564 to the present.
The Orto Abbaziale is located in the village of Campofilone, near the Abbey of San Bartolomeo. If arriving by car, take the A14 motorway, exit at Pedaso and continue towards Campofilone following local signs.
The nearest railway station is Pedaso, on the Adriatic railway line. From there, Campofilone can be reached by local transport connections or by taxi.
To visit the historic centre of Campofilone, it is advisable to leave the car in parking areas outside or near the village and continue on foot. Check local signs for any access or parking restrictions in the historic centre.
This is a municipal villa in Liberty style, surrounded by a large garden, which becomes a vibrant cultural space with events and exhibitions during the summer. Since 2012, it also hosts a private collection of maritime objects, making it a place that combines architectural elegance with historical interest.
Prepared only with fresh fish from the central Adriatic, it has become a gastronomic symbol of the city, to be enjoyed in typical restaurants or during events dedicated to the sea.
Architectural jewel of the 19th century, the Theater of Porto San Giorgio was completed in 1817 based on a design by architect Giuseppe Locatelli. Inside, the beautifully frescoed ceiling, painted in 1910 by Sigismondo Nardi, showcases an allegory of the arts and human destiny, bestowing remarkable beauty and elegance upon the city today.
