Trani and the Monastery of Colonna – circular walk

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Italy

Apulia

Barletta-Andria-Trani

Trani

Trani and the Monastery of Colonna – circular walk

Easy

4.7

(3)

hikers

Trani and the Monastery of Colonna – circular walk

01:56

7.56km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 25, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.91 km

Monastero di Colonna

Highlight • Religious Site

Dating back to the year 1100. The Monastery was first inhabited by the Benedictines and then, from 1427 to 1867, by the Franciscans.

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5.51 km

Trani Harbour

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Do not miss another jewel of Puglia, not only its basilica which is wonderful in a unique position, the historic center is equally so.
Trani has an important history behind it.

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6.05 km

Trani Cathedral (Cathedral of Saint Nicholas the Pilgrim)

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The cathedral of Trani, whose official name is the Basilica cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, commonly called of San Nicola Pellegrino, is the main Catholic place of worship in the city of Trani, in Puglia, mother church of the archdiocese of Trani-Barletta-Bisceglie and, since 1960, minor basilica.
It is one of the most significant examples of Apulian Romanesque architecture. It has been repeatedly defined as “the Queen of the Cathedrals of Puglia” and is also a highly appreciated destination for cultural tourism.
Its construction is linked to the events of San Nicola Pellegrino, dating back to the era of Norman domination.

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6.22 km

Swabian Castle of Trani

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A castle built in the 13th century by Frederick II on the harbor in the immediate vicinity of the cathedral. Today, the building houses a public museum.

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