Places
Hike·Easy·Relaxing·Hidden gem
Vicovaro — Convento di San Cosimato
Lazio
Tradition holds that Saint Benedict spent time here at San Cosimato before establishing his famous monasteries further up the Aniene valley at Subiaco, and the convent still clings to a rock ledge above the river. A quiet countryside path follows the valley from Vicovaro to reach it, well away from the busier Subiaco sites.
Duration
1–2 hours
Distance
4 km
Elevation
+100 m
Best season
Year-round
Parking · Free
Free parking near the convent path outside Vicovaro.
Water
The Aniene river along the path.
Highlights
- Early Saint Benedict connection
- Cliffside convent above the Aniene
- Quieter than the main Subiaco monasteries
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome on the countryside path to the convent.
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