Museo dell’Abbazia di Morimondo
12th-century Cistercian abbey in the Parco del Ticino, visitable with a guide: church, cloister, chapter house, refectory and dormitory.
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About the museum
The abbey of Morimondo was founded by Cistercian monks from the French monastery of Morimond: after an initial settlement at Coronate, in November 1136 the community moved to the site where it still stands today, the “Campo di Fulcherio”. In the 13th century the monastery governed a territory of about 3,000 hectares, partly cultivated and partly wooded.
The complex, first built in wood and then in brick, using a kiln made by the monks themselves, largely dates from the 12th and 13th centuries, with alterations between the 15th and 17th centuries. The main restorations were carried out in the 20th century, and a campaign concluded in 2008 reopened the entire complex.
The museum is the abbey itself, run by the Fondazione Abbatia Sancte Marie de Morimundo. The guided tour takes in the church, the cloister, the chapter house, the monks' workrooms, the founders' room, the loggia, the refectory and the dormitory, across four levels.
Highlights
- Cistercian abbey church in brick
- Cloister, chapter house and founders' room
- Refectory, loggia and monks' dormitory
- Guided tour of about 90 minutes across four levels
- Founded in 1136 by monks from Morimond
Permanent exhibition
- Visita guidata al complesso abbaziale – Route across four levels through the church, cloister, chapter house, monks' workrooms, founders' room, loggia, refectory and dormitory.
- Operated by
- Fondazione Abbatia Sancte Marie de Morimundo
- Visitors per year
- approx. 14,830
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €10 |
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| Reduced | €8Organised groups of at least 16 people, and over-65s |
| Children & teens | €4free up to age 6 · Children aged 7 to 18 in a family group: €4. Free admission up to 6 years old on Sundays. |
| Seniors | €8Reduced rate for over-65s. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freeFree admission for people with a certified disability above 75% (in some cases also for a companion). |
| Groups (16+ people) | €8 per personOne free companion for every 25 paying visitors; groups of up to 8 people: flat rate of €80. |
| Cloister only (no booking required) | €3.50Includes a companion; Monday and Wednesday at 11:00. |
| Guided tour in English or French (per person) | €15Minimum 15 participants. |
Free admission also for residents of Morimondo and for teachers on school trips. Rates valid from 1 January 2024; on Saturday afternoons the reduced group rate is €7.
Accessibility
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- 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's north entrance has a ramp accessible by wheelchair, while the main entrance has many steps. During guided tours a lift and a platform lift are available, allowing visitors to see almost the whole complex; beyond the cloister there are many flights of stairs. The square is paved with cobblestones with two smooth strips. It is advisable to contact the administrative office to arrange your visit.
Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By public transit
By train to Abbiategrasso station (Milan–Mortara–Alessandria line), then STAV bus line Z556 Abbiategrasso–Motta Visconti, which runs mainly on school days.
By car: take the Marcallo Mesero exit of the A4, the Bereguardo exit of the A7, or the Lorenteggio exit of the western ring road A50.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 1.5 hrs |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | The monastery complex can only be visited accompanied by the foundation's educational staff; bookings are required for groups and schools. Ticket office and headquarters at Piazza Municipio 6, reached through the passage on the church forecourt. |
