Chiesa di San Sebastiano
Small 15th-century church outside the walls of Panicale, housing the “Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian” frescoed by Perugino in 1505.
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About the museum
The church of San Sebastiano was built at the end of the 15th century by the community of the castle of Panicale, next to a lazaretto for plague victims and a cemetery. It stands about 250 metres from the town walls, at the end of Borgo Regio. The building, of brick, has a gabled plastered façade; originally it was preceded by a portico, of which two arches remain.
The interior was renovated in 1623. At the beginning of the 17th century the church passed to the Jesuits and later to the nuns of the Collegio delle Vergini, who educated girls there; the dates 1690, 1692 and 1725 visible on the exterior are linked to bequests and works promoted by the nuns.
The main attraction is the fresco by Perugino of the Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, dated 1505 and protected by barriers, alongside an enthroned Madonna with Child and musician angels in the style of the Perugino school. The visit may be independent or guided, arranged through the Panicale Info Point.
Highlights
- Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian by Perugino (1505)
- Enthroned Madonna with Child and musician angels from the Perugino school
- Small 15th-century church outside the walls, about 250 metres from the centre
- Guided visits arranged through the Panicale Info Point
- Operated by
- Comune di Panicale (Sistema Museo)
- Visitors per year
- approx. 3,000
Admission & discounts
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · Free admission for people with disabilities and one companion. |
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The sources consulted do not agree on prices: for up-to-date information please contact the Panicale Info Point.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The church can be reached by car; near the entrance there are two parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
- Accessible parking
The church stands at the end of Borgo Regio, about 250 metres from the walls of Panicale, and can be reached by car.
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | The visit may be independent or guided, arranged through the Panicale Info Point (tel. +39 075 837433, e-mail panicale@sistemamuseo.it). The fresco is protected by barriers that keep visitors at a distance. |
