Museo Diocesano di Susa
Central seat of the Diocesan Museum System of the Susa Valley, with the Triptych of the Rocciamelone, the Madonna del Ponte and the treasure of the cathedral of San Giusto.
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About the museum
The Museo Diocesano di Susa is the central seat and coordination hub of the Sistema Museale Diocesano (Diocesan Museum System), which consists of five venues: besides Susa, the alpine religious art museums of Melezet (Bardonecchia), Novalesa and Giaglione, and the Chapel of San Lorenzo in San Giorio. The choice of a network of venues arose from the wish to enhance the artworks of the valley without taking the heritage away from local communities. The system is run by the Centro Culturale Diocesano (Diocesan Cultural Centre), active in the Susa Valley since 2000.
The seat is located in the building complex adjoining the ancient church of the Madonna del Ponte. The collections include works dating from the 6th to the 20th century, belonging to the Treasury of the cathedral of San Giusto, the Treasury of the church of the Madonna del Ponte and various places in the valley: paintings, wooden sculptures, goldsmiths' work, textiles, liturgical furnishings and a precious collection of vestments.
Among the most valuable works are the Triptych of the Rocciamelone (1358), the Madonna del Ponte (12th century) and the processional cross by Johannes Bos (around 1360). The route makes it possible to follow the evolution of the figurative culture of the area from the Middle Ages to the modern era.
Highlights
- Triptych of the Rocciamelone (1358)
- Madonna del Ponte (12th century)
- Processional cross by Johannes Bos (around 1360)
- Treasury of the cathedral of San Giusto
- Collection of liturgical vestments
Permanent exhibition
- Collezioni permanenti – Works from the 6th to the 20th century from the Treasury of the cathedral of San Giusto and other churches of the valley: paintings, sculptures, goldsmiths' work, textiles and liturgical furnishings.
- Founded
- 2000
- Operated by
- Centro Culturale Diocesano di Susa
- Visitors per year
- approx. 5,420
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
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| Reduced | €3 |
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- 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
According to the Museionline listing, the museum offers access for people with disabilities.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
Bookshop.
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | The Centro Culturale Diocesano offers educational activities for schools and groups; information is available at 0122 622640. |
