Visit of the center of Pavia

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Italy

Lombardy

Pavia

Visit of the center of Pavia

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Visit of the center of Pavia

01:09

4.38km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 4, 2024

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Train Station

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908 m

Cathedral of Pavia

Highlight • Religious Site

The history of the cathedral begins in August 1487 when the citizens asked for the construction of a new cathedral to replace the medieval buildings.
Cardinal Ascanio Sforza received permission …

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1.51 km

The Covered Bridge, also known as Ponte Vecchio, crosses the Ticino River and connects the historic center of Pavia with the characteristic Borgo Ticino district, originally located outside the peripheral …

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1.94 km

Basilica of San Michele Maggiore

Highlight • Religious Site

This masterpiece in Lombardy-Romanesque style was built in the 12th century on the remains of an older church, where the coronation of the Lombard kings took place. This tradition continued …

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2.43 km

Medieval Towers of Pavia

Highlight • Historical Site

In the 12th century, around fifty family towers were built in Pavia, three of which are still standing as free-standing towers. Remains of several other towers are built into houses today.

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2.62 km

Church of San Francesco

Highlight • Religious Site

The Church of San Francesco (also known as San Francesco Grande), which - begun around 1230 - was almost completed in 1298, was built as the seat of a Franciscan monastery.

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3.14 km

Visconti Castle of Pavia

Highlight • Castle

Impossible not to be conquered by the beauty of the Castello Visconteo in Pavia. The stronghold is immersed in a park and represents an imposing medieval fortress in the heart …

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