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Church of San Vigilio and Biagio
Martello Valley, Vinschgau Valley
Description
The Vigilius/Blasiuskirche church in Morter is of pre-roman origin and it ranks among the oldest and most important religious buildings in the Venostaregion. Its “oriental” appearing architecture is particularly striking, while the consecration inscription reveals th...

The Vigilius/Blasiuskirche church in Morter is of pre-roman origin and it ranks among the oldest and most important religious buildings in the Venostaregion. Its “oriental” appearing architecture is particularly striking, while the consecration inscription reveals the year 1080. The church is one of the cultural centres of the “Stairway to Heaven” project.

Approach

Along the state road until Coldrano in the Venosta Valley, at the roundabout in the direction Val Martello and 2 kilometers to the village Morter.