Description
At an altitude of 1520m, Pietralba is the most significant place of pilgrimage in South Tyrol and among the region's popular destinations, especially since the visit of Pope John Paul II in July 1988. Highlights include the large monastery and its collection of votive tablets.
How to get there
Take highway's exit “Bolzano Nord/Eggental”, turn right direction Bolzano/Bozen, after about 0,5 km on roundabout keep left and head towards Val d’Ega (SS 241). Keep driving up to Ponte Nova. At Ponte Nova’s crossroads, turn to the right and continue to Nova Ponente and Pietralba/Maria Weißenstein (about 40 min. from highway toll booth).
Videos
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