Free to enter. Gift shop at the end of the crpyt and church tour. There is an area for blessings and we went to a mass in italian at 10am on a thursday.

Very nice prayerful. Nice museum with many padre pio relics

Went here as part of the pilgrimate tour, to see the St. Padre Pio. It was a 5-hour drive from Rome. The church was beautiful and there’s a museum upstairs where you can see how St Padre Pio lives in the church and the cross where he got his stigmata while he was praying. They also put some pictures to describe the life of St, Padre. There’s a big and modern sanctuary behind the church with amazing architecture and where you can enjoy a very good view of the town from the hill. Under the sanctuary, you can see the body of St. Padre Pio upclose from behind the glass. People line up and pray here. On top of the hill there is a big hospital that were build from the donation to the church. If you are going with the tour bus, the bus will have to park at the bus parking and then we go with a shuttle bus to the church. They don’t allow the outside bus to stop in front of the church anymore.

We are talking about a Sanctuary City high on the hills of San Giovanni Rotondo where Padre Pio, the most important Saint of this century (XX) was born and lived to cure the poor. He made a Hospital City very big and then people made a church then a Big Church then a Super Church (Architect Renzo Piano) with his name where thousands pilgrims visit the whole year

The new church is incredibly beautiful. Marvelous mosaics and a beatiful statue of San Pio. But much more important than this: this church is full of grace. The energetic density is very high and can be sensed as soon as you enter the building. After two minutes inside I started to cry for no reason. This is Grace that makes the unconscious sorrow conscious. On a spiritual path this is called purification. During mass the energy level gets even higher. So, walk inside, admire the mosaics and the statue, but know: the most valuable here is invisible! 🙏🙏

Beautiful murals that help you contemplate and pray

So amazingly solemn place

(Translated by Google) Personal prayer is continually disturbed, in every celebration, by people who are one with their cell phones! The thing that saddens me most is to see that there is no religious figure who teaches (there would be the means) what it means to be in the House of God. It is an infinite sadness that I have carried forward for the years in which I have frequented the Sanctuary; Unfortunately everything is becoming "a spectacle" and Padre Pio doesn't deserve this🥺 (Original) La preghiera personale è continuamente disturbata, in ogni celebrazione, da persone che sono tutt'uno con il proprio cellulare! La cosa che mi rattrista di più è vedere che non esista una figura religiosa che insegni (i mezzi ci sarebbero) cosa vuol dire stare nella Casa di Dio. È una tristezza infinita che porto avanti da anni nei quali frequento il Santuario; sta diventando tutto purtroppo "uno spettacolo" e questo Padre Pio non lo merita🥺

(Translated by Google) The holy place where Padre Pio received the stigmata for the rest of his life is a place full of reflection and certainly full of prayers, a must-have place on the map of every person who is there. There is also Padre Pio's cell and a lot of souvenirs and private things from him. Many paintings and many rooms to visit and certainly leave your intentions, thanksgiving and prayers there. At every step you will definitely feel the person of Padre Pio who will show you around this place. In Saint Padre Pio's cell I would be haunted by Mary and Jesus, as well as by Satan, with whom I had to fight many battles, and Padre Pio always emerged victorious, defeating Satan. (Original) Swiete miejsce gdzie O.Pio otrzymal stygmaty na reszte zycia,to jest miejsce pelne zadumy i napewno pelne modlitwy,⛪️😇obowiazkowe miejsce na mapie kazdej osoby bedacej tam. Jest tam rowniez cela O.Pio i naprawde mnustwo pamiatek czy tez prywatnych rzeczy wlasnie po nim. Wiele obrazow i wiele pomieszczen w ktore trzeba zajzec i napewno zostawic tam swoje intencje,dziekczynienia i modlitwy. Na kazdym kroku napewno czuc osobe O.Pio ktory bedzie was oprowadzal po tym miejscu😇w celi sw O.Pio bym nawiedzany przez Maryje i Jezusa,rowniez przez szatana z ktorym staczal nie jeden boj z ktorego zawsze O.Pio wychodzil zwyciezko pokonujac szatana.

(Translated by Google) the not only spiritual but also historical value of this place is enormous. it is worth visiting not only for devotees of Padre Pio. (Original) il valore non solo spirituale ma anche storico di questo luogo è enorme. vale la pena visitarlo non solo per i devoti di padre Pio.

(Translated by Google) Inside the convent's crypt, Padre Pio's body is venerated during the winter months, from the last Sunday in November until Easter. During the rest of the year, it is transferred to the Padre Pio Sanctuary, built by Renzo Piano, in what is commonly known as the Lower Basilica. Along the votive path, you can worship the "Cell" with the armchair from which, in the serenity of Sister Death, he departed for Heaven. Inside, on the left, there is a small table, a kneeler, and a handkerchief used by Padre Pio to bless pilgrims from the window located above the sink on the right, as well as a bedside table. A display case holds the slippers he wore until his final hour. Finally, there is a small table and a sink under the "blessings window" and the "armchair" from which he breathed his last breath towards Heaven. Continuing, you come to the "Crucifix of the Stigmata" that Padre Pio held for half a century from September 20, 1918. (Original) All'interno della Cripta del convento nel periodo invernale, che va dall'ultima domenica di novembre alla Pasqua successiva, il corpo di Padre Pio è venerato. Nel resto dell'anno viene traslato nel Santuario di Padre Pio costruito da Renzo Piano, in quella che comunemente è definita la Basilica inferiore. Lungo il percorso votivo si può adorare la "Cella" con la poltroncina da cui, nella serenità di sorella morte, partì per il Paradiso. All'interno vi sono, a sinistra, un tavolino, un inginocchiatoio e un fazzoletto usato da Padre Pio per benedire i pellegrini dalla finestra che è collocata sul lavabo a destra e un comodino. In una teca sono conservate le pantofole calzate sino all'ultima ora della sua vita. Infine troviamo un tavolinetto, un lavabo, sotto la "finestra delle benedizioni" e la "poltroncina a braccioli" da dove spirò verso il Paradiso. Proseguendo si arriva al "Crocifisso delle Stimmate" che Padre Pio sostenne per mezzo secolo dal 20 settembre 1918.

(Translated by Google) It is always nice to return to San Giovanni Rotondo to visit San Pio. Divine Mercy Saturday and Sunday. There couldn't have been better days. A unique energy recharge. Convent always teeming with faithful pilgrims just like me and my wife. It is wonderful to hear the mix of different languages, as well as to imagine that in a queue of people, thousands and thousands of kilometers of travel can be accumulated. Every kilometer does not weigh, the journey is light for everyone, no one has made a sacrifice, everyone indeed, for that handful of seconds spent in the presence of Saint Pio, blesses every cm travelled, every minute of waiting and every moment spent in front of him. May she always be alone in our lives. (Original) Sempre bello è ritornare a San Giovanni Rotondo per far visita a San Pio. Sabato e domenica della Divina Misericordia. Giornate migliori non potevano esserci. Una ricarica di energia unica. Convento sempre brulicante di fedeli pellegrini proprio come me e mia moglie. È stupendo sentire la mescolanza di lingue differenti, così come immaginare che in una coda di gente, possono essere cumulati migliaia e migliaia di km di trasferta. Ogni km non pesa, il viaggio è per tutti leggero, nessuno ha fatto un sacrificio, ognuno anzi, per quella manciata di secondi trascorsi al cospetto di San Pio, benedice ogni cm percorso, ogni minuto di attesa ed ogni attimo passato davanti a lui. Sia sempre sole nelle nostre vite.

(Translated by Google) A must-see for prayer and visits to Padre Pio. (Original) Obowiązkowy punkt modlitwy i zwiedzania u Ojca Pio.

(Translated by Google) Something unique and special.. (Original) Qualcosa di unico e speciale..

Sooo n8ce

An unique experience

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Beautiful

Excellent beautiful

Thriving town, with lots of people walking, shopping and enjoying the bars and restaurants.

(Translated by Google) A small and charming historic center, about 2 km from the Church of Padre Pio. Recommended for a relaxing stroll. (Original) Centro storico piccolo e caratteristico che dista a circa 2 km dalla Chiesa di Padre Pio. Consigliato per una passeggiata rilassante.

Beautiful place to pray and walk.

Very peaceful and holy place

The way of the cross to meditate each of the stations

Pray und Hope.

(Translated by Google) In many years as an occasional or religious visitor I had never noticed this truly wonderful route adjacent to the historic Church of San Pio. Really beautiful, unique, peaceful surrounded by nature, in meditation. Imposing, well made, excellently cared for, it allows us to relax the spirit and find peace. Of course, you have to be perfectly fit to ride it all, but it's really worth it. Great find! (Original) In tanti anni da frequentatore occasionale o religioso non mi ero mai accorto di questo percorso davvero stupendo adiacente la Chiesa storica di San Pio. Davvero bello, singolare, tranquillo immerso nella natura, nella meditazione. Imponente, ben fatto, ottimamente curato, concilia con la possiamo di rilassare lo spirito e ritrovare la pace. Certo, bisogna essere perfettamente in forma per girarsi tutto, ma ne vale davvero la pena. Ottima scoperta!

(Translated by Google) A wonderful and unique Way of the Cross!⛪️which is crowned with the monument of the Risen Jesus Christ, it is worth and I recommend going on this particular Way of the Cross, at the V station we can see instead of Simon of Cyrene helping to carry the cross, Padre Pio helping to carry the cross😇a truly wonderful and spiritual experience for everyone will have their own personal unique issue :) At the very beginning of the Way of the Cross, we will be greeted by a statue of Saint O Pio. So we will definitely feel his presence along this journey. The view from the hill itself is really beautiful and worth recommending.🏞 (Original) Wspaniala i niepowtarzalna droga krzyzowa!⛪️ktora jest zwienczona monumentem Jezusa Chrystusa zmartwychwstalego,warto i polecam sie wybrac w ta wlasnie droge krzyzowa,na stacjo V mozemy zobaczyc zamiast Szymona z Cyreny pomagajacego niesc krzyz,Ojca Pio pomagajacego niesc krzyz😇naprawde wspaniale i duchowe przezycie ktore dla kazdego bedzie jego wlasna osobista biepowtarzalna sprawa🙂 Na samym poczatku drogi krzyzowej powita nas posag sw O Pio. Wiec napewno bedziemy czuli jego obecnosc podczas tej drogi. Widok z samego wzgorza jest naprawde piekny i warty polecenia.🏞

(Translated by Google) A Profound Journey of Faith: The Monumental Way of the Cross in San Giovanni Rotondo The pilgrimage town of San Giovanni Rotondo in the heart of Apulia is inextricably linked to Saint Padre Pio, and numerous pilgrims seek solace and spiritual enlightenment here. In addition to the impressive Church of San Pio da Pietrelcina and the Monastery of Santa Maria delle Grazie, another structure draws attention and touches the hearts of visitors in a unique way: the Monumental Way of the Cross. This monumental Stations of the Cross is not only a work of art, but a profound spiritual experience that vividly retraces Christ's Passion. Built on a hill overlooking the town and the surrounding landscape, the Via Crucis is a place of reflection, prayer, and visual drama. Even the ascent to each station is part of the experience. The path winds gently upwards, inviting visitors to pause and gather their thoughts. Each of the fourteen stations is designed as a separate sculptural group or relief, with impressive artistic execution. The figures are often life-size and appear incredibly vivid due to their attention to detail and expressive facial expressions. One can practically feel the emotions of the people depicted: the pain of Christ, the grief of Mary, the despair of the women of Jerusalem, and the brutality of the Roman soldiers. What makes this Via Crucis so special is not only its mastery of craftsmanship, but also the way it incorporates the landscape. The vastness of the sky and the rolling hills provide a fitting backdrop for the dramatic scenes. Many stations also offer breathtaking views that invite one to linger and reflect. It is as if nature itself becomes part of the Way of the Cross. Of particular note is the statue of the Risen Christ at the end of the Way of the Cross. It radiates a hope and peace that is comforting after the intense contemplation of suffering. This conclusion conveys the message of resurrection and eternal life, which lies at the core of the Christian faith. The Via Crucis Monumentale is a place of intense devotion and prayer for believers. But it also offers a fascinating artistic and cultural experience for non-religious visitors. It is a testament to human creativity and a reminder of the universal themes of sacrifice, suffering, and hope. Conclusion: A visit to the Via Crucis Monumentale in San Giovanni Rotondo is an absolute must. Take your time—at least one to two hours—to quietly take in each station. It is a moving and unforgettable experience that engages both the mind and the senses, leaving a profound impression. You won't leave this place untouched, but with a sense of awe and reflection. (Original) Eine tiefgründige Reise des Glaubens: Die Via Crucis Monumentale in San Giovanni Rotondo Die Wallfahrtsstadt San Giovanni Rotondo im Herzen Apuliens ist untrennbar mit dem heiligen Pater Pio verbunden, und zahlreiche Pilger suchen hier Trost und spirituelle Erleuchtung. Neben der beeindruckenden Kirche San Pio da Pietrelcina und dem Kloster Santa Maria delle Grazie zieht ein weiteres Bauwerk die Aufmerksamkeit auf sich und berührt die Herzen der Besucher auf einzigartige Weise: die Via Crucis Monumentale. Diese monumental angelegte Kreuzwegstation ist nicht nur ein Kunstwerk, sondern eine tiefgreifende spirituelle Erfahrung, die den Leidensweg Christi auf eindringliche Weise nachzeichnet. Errichtet auf einem Hügel mit Blick über die Stadt und die umliegende Landschaft, ist die Via Crucis ein Ort der Besinnung, des Gebets und der visuellen Dramatik. Schon der Aufstieg zu den einzelnen Stationen ist Teil der Erfahrung. Der Weg schlängelt sich sanft nach oben und lädt dazu ein, innezuhalten und die Gedanken zu sammeln. Jede der vierzehn Stationen ist als eigenständige Skulpturengruppe oder Relief gestaltet, wobei die künstlerische Ausführung beeindruckend ist. Die Figuren sind oft lebensgroß und wirken durch ihre Detailtreue und ausdrucksstarke Mimik unglaublich lebendig. Man spürt förmlich die Emotionen der dargestellten Personen: den Schmerz Christi, die Trauer Mariens, die Verzweiflung der Frauen von Jerusalem und die Rohheit der römischen Soldaten. Was diese Via Crucis so besonders macht, ist nicht nur die handwerkliche Meisterschaft, sondern auch die Art und Weise, wie sie die Landschaft einbezieht. Die Weite des Himmels und die sanften Hügel bilden eine passende Kulisse für die dramatischen Szenen. An vielen Stationen bieten sich zudem atemberaubende Ausblicke, die zum Verweilen und Nachdenken einladen. Es ist, als ob die Natur selbst Teil des Leidensweges wird. Besonders hervorzuheben ist die Statue des auferstandenen Christus am Ende des Kreuzweges. Sie strahlt eine Hoffnung und einen Frieden aus, der nach der intensiven Auseinandersetzung mit dem Leiden tröstlich wirkt. Dieser Abschluss vermittelt die Botschaft der Auferstehung und des ewigen Lebens, die den Kern des christlichen Glaubens bildet. Die Via Crucis Monumentale ist für Gläubige ein Ort intensiver Andacht und Gebet. Doch auch für nicht-religiöse Besucher bietet sie eine faszinierende künstlerische und kulturelle Erfahrung. Sie ist ein Zeugnis menschlicher Schaffenskraft und ein Mahnmal für die universellen Themen von Opfer, Leid und Hoffnung. Fazit: Ein Besuch der Via Crucis Monumentale in San Giovanni Rotondo ist ein absolutes Muss. Nehmen Sie sich Zeit – mindestens ein bis zwei Stunden –, um jede Station in Ruhe auf sich wirken zu lassen. Es ist eine bewegende und unvergessliche Erfahrung, die sowohl den Geist als auch die Sinne anspricht und einen tiefen Eindruck hinterlässt. Man verlässt diesen Ort nicht unberührt, sondern mit einem Gefühl der Ehrfurcht und Nachdenklichkeit.

Free to enter. Gift shop at the end of the crpyt and church tour. There is an area for blessings and we went to a mass in italian at 10am on a thursday.

Very nice prayerful. Nice museum with many padre pio relics

Went here as part of the pilgrimate tour, to see the St. Padre Pio. It was a 5-hour drive from Rome. The church was beautiful and there’s a museum upstairs where you can see how St Padre Pio lives in the church and the cross where he got his stigmata while he was praying. They also put some pictures to describe the life of St, Padre. There’s a big and modern sanctuary behind the church with amazing architecture and where you can enjoy a very good view of the town from the hill. Under the sanctuary, you can see the body of St. Padre Pio upclose from behind the glass. People line up and pray here. On top of the hill there is a big hospital that were build from the donation to the church. If you are going with the tour bus, the bus will have to park at the bus parking and then we go with a shuttle bus to the church. They don’t allow the outside bus to stop in front of the church anymore.

We are talking about a Sanctuary City high on the hills of San Giovanni Rotondo where Padre Pio, the most important Saint of this century (XX) was born and lived to cure the poor. He made a Hospital City very big and then people made a church then a Big Church then a Super Church (Architect Renzo Piano) with his name where thousands pilgrims visit the whole year

The new church is incredibly beautiful. Marvelous mosaics and a beatiful statue of San Pio. But much more important than this: this church is full of grace. The energetic density is very high and can be sensed as soon as you enter the building. After two minutes inside I started to cry for no reason. This is Grace that makes the unconscious sorrow conscious. On a spiritual path this is called purification. During mass the energy level gets even higher. So, walk inside, admire the mosaics and the statue, but know: the most valuable here is invisible! 🙏🙏

Beautiful murals that help you contemplate and pray

So amazingly solemn place

(Translated by Google) NOVENA TO SAINT PADRE PIO FROM PIETRELCINA This novena can be prayed for nine consecutive days, starting on September 14 or any other day of the year. Pray with the intention of expressing devotion to St. Padre Pius, for a certain grace from the Lord through his intercession or to give thanks for graces already received. The only required condition for this novena to be "valid" is that it be prayed without ceasing for nine consecutive days. (If one day is skipped, it is necessary to start it again; not because it is a magic formula, but to practice steadfastness and faithfulness in prayer.) A LITTLE ADVICE As Holy Mother Church teaches, spiritual life and exercises of piety are closely connected with sacramental life, and they are more effective and fruitful the more they correspond to the Lord's grace. Therefore, during the novena, it is desirable to receive the sacrament of reconciliation and penance (confession) in order to obtain from God the forgiveness of one's sins: it is also desirable to daily participate in Holy Mass (if possible) and receive Holy Communion, the source and pinnacle of all Christian life. The novena of St. Padre Pius is indeed very effective if it is firmly believed. Pray for us to overcome moments of suffering, illness, anxiety, moral ruin, family misfortunes; in order to be enlightened in the most difficult decisions to be made; so that we would be healed, comforted and able to ask for help in big and small difficulties every day; but also to pray in order to give thanks for the immeasurable graces that we constantly receive from the Lord. (Original) DEVETNICA SVETOM PADRE PIJU IZ PIETRELCINE Ova devetnica može se moliti devet uzastopnih dana, počevši od 14. rujna ili bilo kojega drugog dana u godini. Moli se s namjerom izražavanja pobožnosti sv. Padre Piju, za određenu milost od Gospodina po njegovu zagovoru ili kako bismo zahvalili za već primljene milosti. Jedini traženi uvjet kako bi ova devetnica bila “važeća” jest da se moli bez prestanka devet uzastopnih dana. (Ako se jedan dan preskoči, potrebno ju je započeti iznova; ne zbog toga što je riječ o magijskoj formuli, nego kako bismo se vježbali u postojanosti i vjernosti u molitvi.) MALI SAVJET Kako uči sveta majka Crkva, duhovni život i vježbe pobožnosti usko su povezani sa sakramentalnim životom te su to učinkovitije i plodonosnije što više odgovaraju milosti Gospodnjoj. Stoga je za vrijeme devetnice poželjno primiti sakrament pomirenja i pokore (ispovjediti se) kako bi se od Boga zadobilo oproštenje vlastitih grijeha: poželjno je i svakodnevno sudjelovanje u svetoj misi (ako je moguće) i primanje svete pričesti, izvora i vrhunca svega kršćanskog života. Devetnica sv. Padre Piju doista je vrlo učinkovita ako se čvrsto vjeruje. Moli se kako bismo nadišli trenutke trpljenja, bolesti, tjeskobe, moralne propasti, obiteljskih nesreća; kako bismo bili prosvijetljeni u najtežim odlukama koje treba donijeti; kako bismo bilo ozdravljeni, utješeni te kako bismo mogli zatražiti pomoć u velikim i malim poteškoćama svakoga dana; ali također se moliti kako bismo zahvalili za neizmjerne milosti koje neprestano primamo od Gospodina.

(Translated by Google) We settled down for a few hours in front of this shop, which kept us company with its lights. Nice place (Original) Ci siamo sistemati per qualche ora avanti questo negozio, che ci teneva compagnia con le sue luci. Bel posto

(Translated by Google) The editions on the history of Padre Pio where you can find the places where the Saint has spent his life. Interesting essays (Original) Las ediciones sobre la historia de Padre Pio donde encontrar los lugares donde el Santo ha pasado su vida . Interesante redacciones

(Translated by Google) Excellent clear site, well done. (Original) Ottimo sito chiaro , insomma fatto bene.

(Translated by Google) I have been a subscriber for 3 years (Original) io sono abbonato per 3 anni

(Translated by Google) Calm (Original) Tranquillo