The Castle Church

A SANCTUARY FOR CELEBRATIONS, CORPORATE EVENTS & SOULFUL RETREATS

Pieve San Quirico Castle features a stunning, spacious 18th-century Church, still consecrated and dedicated to Saint Joseph.
The interior features a single nave culminating in a semicircular apse, creating a sense of balance and focus. The space, covering a total area of 180 square meters, is further defined by its soaring vaulted ceilings, reaching a height of 11 meters, and a frescoed wooden gallery that once housed a majestic pipe organ.

With a seating capacity of 70, this unique space provides an extraordinary setting for:

-Celebrations & Blessings
-Corporate Meetings & Seminars
-Yoga & Meditation Sessions
-Concerts & Acoustic Performances
-Art Exhibitions

The church’s serene atmosphere and historic charm make it a truly versatile venue: it serves as a breathtaking backdrop for weddings, a sophisticated space for corporate meetings, and a perfect sanctuary for concerts, yoga, and meditation, offering guests a profoundly soulful and unforgettable experience.

Mass and blessings are available upon request. The church is permanently arranged with theater-style seating (chairs). Please note that alternative layouts—such as school desks or horse-shoe shaped tables—as well as modern technical equipment (wide screens, PA systems, and speakers) are available upon request for an additional fee.

A DIALOGUE BETWEEN HISTORY & MODERN ART: THE GIUMAN MASTERPIECES 

The Church’s artistic heritage is further enriched by four sacred-themed masterpieces by Giuliano Giuman, one of Italy’s most distinguished contemporary artists.

Renowned for his extraordinary ability to blend light, glass, and music, Giuman’s work is characterized by a profound spirituality and a unique aesthetic language. His presence within the Church creates a seamless dialogue between 18th-century history and modern artistic vision, offering guests a contemplative atmosphere of rare beauty. These installations not only decorate the space but elevate it, making the Church an exclusive private gallery for those seeking a truly cultural and immersive experience.

THE HISTORY

In the 18th century, the original medieval church within the castle walls was replaced by a grand new Church, built on the northern side of the estate with a traditional east-west orientation.

At the turn of the 19th century, Pieve San Quirico Castle served as the summer residence of Pope Leo XIII (born Vincenzo Gioacchino Raffaele Luigi Pecci). A renowned intellectual, Pope Leo XIII is celebrated for his profound social teachings, most notably his landmark encyclical Rerum Novarum, and his efforts to bridge the gap between the Church and modern thought.

Having served as the Archbishop of Perugia from 1846 to 1877, he held a deep affection for this estate. It is in his honor that the church still bears his noble colors: gold and blue.