Weddings Principato of Lucedio Vercelli Piedmont Italy
Lucedio is an ideal location to hold prestigious ceremonial events of the highest caliber
History - The Abbey of Lucedio was fouded in 1123 by the Cistercian Monks that reclaimed the land starting here, first in Italy, rice growing at the beginning of the XV century.
As time went by, thank to its strategic geogrphic position along the VIA FRANCIGENA, the Abbey became a prosperous centre of economic and political power: three were the Popes that visited Lucedio.
Several noble Italian families fought for the possession of Lucedio which from the Gonzaga passed to the Savoy until it has been annexed to the properties of Napoleon at the beginning of the XIX century.
Later on the Abbey became property of the Marquis Giovanni Gozani di San Giorgio, the ancestor of the present owner Countess Rosetta Clara Cavalli d’Olivola Salvadori di Wiesenhoff.
The Abbey is situated inside a protected area, whose policy has favoured the reappearance of the fauna which has always inhabited the rice fields; besides frogs, plenty of grey herons and still-birds have chosen to return to Lucedio adding cherm to the place.
Abbey Lucedio is open to the public every day by appointment. The visit includes the Church of the People, the Chapter House, the abbey, the auditorium, and other medieval rooms which have been recently restored. In addition to the historical enchantment the Abbey has to offer, the tour includes the opportunity to visit the agricultural portion , and observe the particular machinery used for the entire production cycle of the rice.
During the visit, upon request, guests can enjoy a tasting of typical local products (including the famous risotto of Lucedio!).
In the shop, guests can purchase a full range of products from the Principality of Lucedio (rice, flour, vegetables, preserves, and delicacies).