{"id":990,"date":"2025-02-20T11:22:49","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T10:22:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:10029\/saint-anthony\/la-storia\/"},"modified":"2025-03-14T22:29:33","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T21:29:33","slug":"history","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.staging.camminodisantantonio.it\/en\/saint-anthony\/history\/","title":{"rendered":"History"},"content":{"rendered":"
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On foot and by bicycle
in Saint Anthony\u2019s footsteps<\/h1>\n

Two regions, Friuli Venezia Giulia and Veneto, connected by a path of faith that has guided pilgrims in Saint Anthony\u2019s footsteps for over 800 years. With a new section spanning more than 250 kilometers, this ancient devotional route extends from Gemona del Friuli to Padua, crossing rural landscapes, historic villages, and artistic cities. Along the way, pilgrims can relive the Saint\u2019s story, immersing themselves in a journey rich in spirituality and tradition, bridging past and present.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

\"Cella<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Anthony: a pilgrim’s story.<\/h2>

Before becoming a Saint, Anthony was a pilgrim. His journey took him across Italy and Europe, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire those who walk this path today. Following the Way of Saint Anthony means retracing his steps, rediscovering the inner dimension of pilgrimage, and experiencing faith, reflection, and discovery.

Gemona del Friuli holds a special place in this journey: it was the first city in the world to dedicate a sanctuary to Saint Anthony of Padua, a testament to an ancient and profound devotion. Here begins an itinerary that is more than just a physical journey\u2014it is a path of the soul, at the heart of Anthony\u2019s history and spirituality.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

\"Lungo<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Slow Tourism, Devotion, and Scenic Beauty<\/h2>

The devotional paths that cross our beautiful peninsula embody the essence of \u201cslow tourism\u201d, a rediscovered treasure for both the religious and secular worlds. This form of travel embraces slowness, allowing for a sustainable connection with nature, a revival of local traditions, and an immersion in the beauty of landscapes, art, and history.

The “Comitato Cammini”, supported by MiBACT, promotes slow mobility and walking routes throughout Italy. For Gemona del Friuli, joining this network of green routes is of great significance, offering a way to explore on foot that is not only eco-friendly and customizable but also a deeply emotional and enriching experience.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Do not miss<\/h2>\n \n <\/div>\n
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The Sanctuary of Saint Anthony in Gemona<\/h3><\/div>
\"Giardini<\/div>

Recognized as the oldest place of worship in the world dedicated to the Saint of Miracles, this sanctuary has a unique historical significance.<\/p><\/div><\/a>

The Antonian Sanctuaries of Camposampiero<\/h3><\/div>
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In the final stretch of the Way of Saint Anthony, Camposampiero welcomes pilgrims to two sacred sites filled with spirituality and history. Here, in the spring of 1231, Saint Anthony spent his final days in prayer and contemplation before his journey to Padua.<\/p><\/div><\/a>

The Treasures of the \u201cRenato Raffaelli\u201d Museum<\/h3><\/div>
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Beneath the main hall of the new Sanctuary, a large crypt houses the Renato Raffaelli Museum, named after the renowned engineer and benefactor of the sanctuary.<\/p><\/div><\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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