Twenty-Eight Steps to Paradise
Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs of Campli,
a place of faith, history and unique artistic beauty,
in the heart of Abruzzo
the steps of the Staircase
They represent the spiritual journey of the faithful towards divine grace. Each step, made of olive wood, is to be climbed kneeling in prayer, recalling the Passion of Christ.
It is the only one among the holy stairs, which does not end with the death of Christ, but leads to a part illuminated by images representing the glorious resurrection.
Made up of 28 steps in olive wood to be climbed strictly kneeling and in prayer to obtain indulgence, the Holy Stairs is also a place of great artistic value.
History, art, faith
Holy Staircase Sanctuary over the centuries, history and art of the Sanctuary
The Sanctuary of the Scala Santa of Campli was established on January 21, 1772 by a Papal Bull of Pope Clement XIV. Its foundation is due to the efforts of the lawyer Giampalma Palma, father of the historian Nicola Palma and Prior of the Confraternity of the Sacred Stigmata of Saint Francis. On May 12, 1776, during the feast of Saint Pancras, patron saint of the city, the Sanctuary was officially opened for worship.
A journey of faith, history and spiritual beauty awaits you during the Jubilee
A Journey of Faith
The Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs is a unique symbol of the Christian path to redemption. Founded in 1772 and recognized by the Church with important indulgences, this sacred site offers a profound spiritual experience for pilgrims and visitors.
- An artistic experience immersed among the paintings
- Immerse yourself in history
- A path of hope for every pilgrim
