Sights · Our pick in Tuscany
Abbey of San Galgano
A roofless Gothic abbey
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Image courtesy of © PaestumPaestum · CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia CommonsAbout Abbey of San Galgano
San Galgano’s Gothic church stands open to the sky; on the hill above, the round chapel of Montesiepi keeps the sword in the stone of the saint’s legend.
Why it's on our list
- Open to the sky
- Sword in the stone
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Abbey of San Galgano before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Abbey of San Galgano are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Piazza del Campo, Siena24 kmCar or taxi 33 min