Castel Castagna - Santa Maria di Ronzano

Santa Maria di Ronzano stands isolated on a hill in the village of Ronzano, in the municipality of Castel Castagna.


The oldest document that mentions this church is from 1184. The exact date of the construction is unknown, but it was probably built in the second half of the 12th century. Some scholars see parallels to the Apulian Romanesque which is reflected in the setting of the windows, in the blind arches of the presbytery and in the floor plan

The ornate window is slightly damaged, but the frame is intact. Above, a bird is attacked by mixed creatures. They are tendrils - with animal heads.