Certosa di Serra San Bruno

The Certosa di Serra San Bruno stands in the heart of the Calabrian Serre and is one of the most fascinating monastic complexes in Southern Italy. Founded in the eleventh century by Saint Bruno of Cologne, it remains today a place of profound spirituality, immersed in a natural context of extraordinary quietude. The complex rises within a wooded area rich in beeches and firs, where silence is an integral part of the visiting experience. The certosa preserves its contemplative character and maintains structures of great historic and architectural value, including the church, monastic buildings and spaces dedicated to eremitic life. Beside the monastery is the Certosa museum, which allows visitors to deepen their knowledge of the Carthusian order's history, the figure of Saint Bruno and the profound bond between the monastery and the surrounding territory. The Certosa di Serra San Bruno is not just a place to see but a place to experience with respect and slowness. It is an ideal stop for those who wish to discover the most authentic soul of the Calabrian hinterland.