The Franciscan Church and Monastery

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9 / 10

8 expert reviews

“Within this monastery's solid stone walls is a gorgeous mid-14th-century cloister , a historic pharmacy and a small museum.”

– Lonely Planet

Concierge Concierge
"The gilded interior of the church next door has an impressive vaulted ceiling, and the accompanying museum displays old medical equipment."
Frommer's Frommer's
"You have access to Europe’s oldest working pharmacy, founded in 1317, and still in business today, selling herbal lotions and tonics, made to centuries-old recipes." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Treat yourself to a tour of the peaceful Franciscan Monastery." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
7.0
"Even more fascinating, the monastery houses the third-oldest functioning pharmacy in Europe. The museum portion of the pharmacy houses antique laboratory equipment, tools and medical literature. " Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This monastery's chief claim to fame is its pharmacy, which was founded in 1318 and is still in existence today, making it one of the oldest in Europe" Full review
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