Corleone: the Saint's birthplace
The journey begins in Corleone (PA), the birthplace of Saint Bernard, born Filippo Latino. Visitors are able to visit the birthplace of the saint, now converted into a chapel, and take part in the celebrations held in his honour in September.
Walking through the historic centre, visitors can experience an atmosphere of intense spirituality and tradition.
Campofiorito: ancient traditions and religious festivals
In Campofiorito (PA), a village of Arab origin, the trail stops at the Mother Church dedicated to Saint Joseph, where the traditional "Tavolate" (large communal feasts) are held.
A place for devotion and hospitality, surrounded by the tranquillity of the Sicilian countryside.
Bisacquino: memories of the convent
Saint Bernard spent part of his spiritual training in Bisacquino (PA).
The village still honours the saint's memory and welcomes pilgrims with its typical mountain architecture and rural traditions.
Giuliana: between history, faith and nature
As well as historical and religious sites, Giuliana (PA) is home to the S. Anna "Giuseppe Altamore" Suburban Park, a natural oasis perfect for a refreshing break.
A village that combines culture, biodiversity and hospitality.
Chiusa Sclafani: farming knowledge and cherries
Midway along the route, Chiusa Sclafani (PA) welcomes walkers with its medieval architecture and the hospitality of its village festivals.
The famous Cherry Festival takes place in June.
Palazzo Adriano: Arbëreshë cinema and culture
Palazzo Adriano (PA), known for its Italian-Albanian community and as the setting for the film "Nuovo Cinema Paradiso’" is home to several museums: the Arbëreshë Culture Museum, the Cinema Museum and the Water Museum.
A journey through cultural identities, cinematic memory and spirituality.
Bivona: hospitality and memory
Entering the province of Agrigento, Bivona is home to the Capuchin Convent where Saint Bernard spent part of his pilgrimage.
The historic centre embodies the medieval spirit of the village.
Burgio: between the majolica and the mummies
In Burgio (AG), you can visit the intriguing Mummy Museum in the crypt of the Capuchin Convent and the MUCEB, the Ceramics Museum.
A blend of spirituality, craftsmanship and mystery.
Caltabellotta: convents and landscapes
Caltabellotta (AG) is home to a historically significant Capuchin Convent.
Overlooking a spectacular valley, the village is home to a rich religious and gastronomic heritage.
Sciacca: the final destination amid sanctuaries and Baroque architecture
The final stop is Sciacca (AG), a Baroque town and spa resort known for its Carnival.
It is here that the journey ends, with the presentation of the Testimonium and a visit to the historic centre, full of churches and historic buildings.
