Vercelli
Majestic churches, extraordinary museums full of artistic masterpieces, mediaeval towers, alleyways scenting of history and typical trattorias where you can enjoy traditional local dishes – come and discover Vercelli!
THE ABBEY OF ST. ANDREW, THE CATHEDRAL AND THE FRESCOES OF GAUDENZIO FERRARI
Symbol of the city for more than 800 years, the Abbey of St. Andrew is among the earliest examples of Gothic-Romanesque architecture in Italy. It has a majestic façade, an astonishing interior, and conceals a cloister and chapter house of rare beauty. The Cathedral of St. Eusebius is the most imposing church in Vercelli. Built on an ancient early Christian basilica, it houses the remains of St. Eusebius and a beautiful medieval crucifix. How can one not marvel at Gaudenzio Ferrari’s frescoes? The masterpieces of Piedmont’s Renaissance master can be found in the Church of St. Christopher, also known as the “Sistine Chapel of Vercelli”.
CAVOUR SQUARE, THE MUSEUMS AND MEDIEVAL VERCELLI
Economic centre and beating heart of the city, Cavour Square is surrounded by charming arcades and dominated by the beautiful Angel Tower. Narrow alleys and shopping streets lead off from the square, overlooked by ancient palazzos, religious buildings and medieval towers, which testify to the importance Vercelli in medieval times when it was considered among the most important metropolises in northern Italy. Evidence of this glorious past can still be seen in the city’s museums full of artistic treasures and masterpieces. Do not miss the Borgogna Museum, the Cathedral Treasure Museum and the Leone Museum with the MAC (Museum of Civic Archaeology).
RISOTTOS, RICE FIELD CYCLING ROUTES AND THE VIA FRANCIGENA
In Vercelli, the undisputed king of the table is rice. This is why you cannot leave without first tasting panissa, the typical dish par excellence, or a delicious risotto. Surrounded by thousands of hectares of rice fields, Vercelli is the ideal destination to explore the rice lands of Vercelli. Two-wheel enthusiasts can discover them by following the Rice Field Cycle Paths, pleasant itineraries in the Vercelli rice fields. Those who love to walk can, on the other hand, walk a stretch of the Via Francigena, an ancient path of faith that has crossed the city since the Middle Ages, an alternative way to discover the richness of this territory.
how to get there
how to reach vercelli
BY CAR
A4 Milan-Turin A26 junction at Biandrate, direction Alessandria for Vercelli Est exit (from Milan)
A4 Turin-Milan A26 junction at Santhià, direction Alessandria for Vercelli Ovest exit (from Turin)
BY TRAIN
Vercelli is on the Milan-Turin railway line
BY BUS
Daily bus services connect Vercelli with Biella, Varallo and Casale Monferrato
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Art and culture, ancient traditions, food and wine excellence and many outdoor activities: let Vercelli win you over!
