{"id":23668,"date":"2025-03-15T16:23:45","date_gmt":"2025-03-15T15:23:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/blog\/the-sanctuary-of-madonna-della-ceriola-at-monte-isola\/"},"modified":"2025-08-26T12:29:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T10:29:41","slug":"the-sanctuary-of-madonna-della-ceriola-at-monte-isola","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/en\/blog\/the-sanctuary-of-madonna-della-ceriola-at-monte-isola\/","title":{"rendered":"The Sanctuary of Madonna della Ceriola, at Monte Isola"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Iseo lake 360-degree Experience! Discover the itinerary to the Sanctuary of Madonna della Ceriola on Monte Isola with us.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/www.outdooractive.com\/it\/embed\/237667670\/js?mw=false&amp;usr=3cvm0l&amp;key=USR-KMG3HMJD-EMWGKRBO-4OSSUGOL\"><\/script><\/p>\n\n<p>The Sanctuary of Madonna della Ceriola is a small church located at the top of Monte Isola, at an altitude of about 600 meters, in the heart of Iseo lake. Built in the 5th century at the behest of Saint Vigilius, the Bishop of Brescia, and later expanded and modified, it boasts a commanding position from which you can enjoy expansive views over the entire Sebino region. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:75% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/1-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23397 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/1-2-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/1-2-1-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/1-2-1-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/1-2-1-600x375.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>TRIP SUMMARY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>DIFFICULTY<\/strong>: Moderate to Easy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>ELEVATION GAIN<\/strong>: About 400 meters<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>MAXIMUM ALTITUDE<\/strong>: about 600 meters<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: A\/R<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>DURATION<\/strong>: 1.5h Outbound \/ 0.45h Return<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>START<\/strong>: Peschiera Maraglio (BS)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>ARRIVAL<\/strong>: Sanctuary of Madonna della Ceriola<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<p>After parking your car on the mainland in Sulzano, you can reach the village of Peschiera Maraglio by taking the regular ferry. Our walking excursion begins in this charming village, particularly from the tourist information office.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/4-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/4-2-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/4-2-1-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/4-2-1-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/4-2-1-600x375.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Monte Isola &#8211; BergamoXP<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>We ascend along the main promenade that runs alongside the info point, leading us to the asphalt road; we cross it and take the trail that continues into the forest on the left, initially with steps and then on an unpaved path. The panorama offers glimpses of Rocca Martinengo and the Island of San Paolo. In the final stretch, the path levels out and quickly brings us to the village of Cure. <\/p>\n\n<p>We pass through the town until we reach a small chapel dedicated to Madonna, where we turn right onto a forest trail. We then follow the signs for the start of the Via Crucis, which will lead us to the north entrance of the Sanctuary.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3-3.jpg\" alt=\"Peschiera Maraglio - BergamoXP\" class=\"wp-image-19415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3-3.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3-3-600x375.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3-3-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3-3-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Peschiera Maraglio &#8211; BergamoXP<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>The return is along the same route taken on the way there. For those who prefer, there is the option to take the local bus. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/5-2.jpg\" alt=\"Rocca Martinengo - BergamoXP\" class=\"wp-image-19419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/5-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/5-2-600x375.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/5-2-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/5-2-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rocca Martinengo &#8211; BergamoXP<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>The elevation gain is considerable and requires a minimum level of fitness, but the route itself does not present any significant difficulties or technical passages. <\/p>\n\n<p>You can find the interactive map of the route, complete with elevation profile and downloadable GPS track, at this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.outdooractive.com\/it\/route\/escursione\/italia\/santuario-della-madonna-della-ceriola-a-monte-isola\/237667670\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">link<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2-2.jpg\" alt=\"Sanctuary of Madonna della Ceriola - BergamoXP\" class=\"wp-image-19413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2-2-600x375.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2-2-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2-2-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sanctuary of Madonna della Ceriola &#8211; BergamoXP<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p><em>Always organize your trips with care, choose appropriate equipment, and verify the itinerary before embarking on it.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BergamoXP<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p id=\"bergamoxp\">BergamoXP is the first aquatic sports center in the province of Bergamo. We are a team of nature enthusiasts, outdoor and adventure lovers, connoisseurs of our territory and professionals specializing in the disciplines of <a href=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/en\/kind-of-experience\/kayak-lombardy\/\">Kayak<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/esperienza\/canyoning-in-lombardia\/\">Canyoning<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/en\/kind-of-experience\/rafting-lombardy\/\">Rafting<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/en\/experience\/hydrospeed-on-brembo-river\/\">Hydrospeed<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/bergamoxp.com\/en\/experience\/river-trekking-in-brembana-valley\/\">River Trekking<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p>Choose BergamoXP, the adventure in our backyard is waiting for you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Sanctuary of Madonna della Ceriola is a small church located at the top of Monte Isola, at an altitude of about 600 meters, in the heart of Iseo lake. 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