History

Monastero's Story

Nestled in the Colli Berici, the Monastero traces its origins to the early 13th century.

Founded in 1214 as the "Monastero di Longare" it was one of the earliest monastery inspired by the Franciscan spirituality of Clare of Assisi and to a small but religiously significant community of women known as the Humiliated Damianities.

Within these wall, the Damianites lived a life of prayer, agriculture, textile production (mainly wool), craft work and hospitality to travelers. Unlike isolated monastic orders, the Damianites were integrated into society. They worked, traded and contribute to the economic life of the region while maintaining a disciplined spiritual life.

In the mid-13th century, the community was transferred to Vicenza, and the monastery began its long transformation through centuries, evolving from sacred enclosure to rural estate, and finally into the refined country villa and chapel that stand today.

The Chapel

Though its purpose has changed, its spirit remains.

The ancient chapel still watches over the grounds, the stones still hold centuries of stories, and what was once a okay if vows ti faith has become a place if vows to love.

At the Monastero, history is not preserved behind glass, but it is lived, celebrated, and renewed with event event.