Sant'Anna di Stazzema
Sant'Anna di Stazzema
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
About
Built on the structure of the old elementary school, it was inaugurated as a picture gallery in 1982 by the President of Republic Sandro Pertini. It was transformed in the actual Museum of the Resistance in 1991. The exhibition offers a panorama of the events which unfolded in Versilia, Tuscany and Italy during the Nazi occupation. The exhibition (historic- documentary) covers chronologically the fases of Resistance in Versilia, putting in evidence the important aspect, episodes and personalities most significant, on the basis of documents, pictures, objects and newspapers drawn from the archive of the Historical Institute of the Resistance, Provincia of Lucca. Ample space is dedicated to the massacres of the Nazi- Fascists in the Tirrenico sector of the Gothic Line, among which the massacre at Sant’Anna of 12 August 1944 was the most tragic. The multi -media hall is equipped with touchscreen. Outside there's the Ossuary Monument, the place where the Martyrs of St.Anna were buried.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Jo P
UK47 contributions
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Jul 2019 • Couples
Site of one of the worst atrocities of the Second World War and now dedicated to a National Park of Peace. In August 1944, apart from a handful who escaped, the entire population of the village and surrounding hamlets were massacred. It is about a 30 minute drive up a windy road from Viarreggio and well worth a visit. The area is very beautiful and there are a number of footpaths (paths of peace) to walk (though rather up and down). One path leads up to the monument to the victims with a view down from the hills all the way to,the coast. Small displays in each hamlet describes the fate of the inhabitants on the fateful night. There is a large car park and an old church where organ recitals are held on Sundays. You can get a freshly made sandwich at the little café.
Written 20 July 2019
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Cannuckk
Langley, Canada359 contributions
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Oct 2018 • Friends
I had read an obscure library book that referenced Sant'Anna and its sad WW II history; while visiting a friend who lives in nearby Massa, we decided to drive up into the hills on a misty October afternoon to see the memorial.
Others have well described what can be seen, so it doesn't need repeating. The scenery and view is spectacular, which I think adds to the effect-how could we as a human race perpetrate such an unspeakable act in the midst of such beauty. This was one of the few times I have gone to an area of stunning natural beauty and have been glad of visiting on a slightly inclement day, as it seemed fitting given the area's history, and the opportunity to be there with only a few other souls present made the visit that much more memorable.
One hesitates to recommend visiting this place to the casual traveller, as one fears if it encourages the wrong type of visitor the experience will be ruined. But it is important to do so I think, so as to help us encourage that we be vigilant that such events not happen again.
Written 7 October 2018
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Joffo25
Fortrose, UK31 contributions
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Jun 2017 • Couples
It's quite a drive to this remote hilltop village but it's well worth the effort. The village itself is a poignant reminder of a particularly barbaric WW2 mass execution and now constitutes a national peace memorial. There's a delightful little chapel, terrace cafe (deserted when we were there) and what looks to be an interesting memorial museum - unfortunately, this closes on Mon & Tues afternoons (but is open other afternoons) so we were unable to visit.
The village is also a starting point for several scenic walks, all well marked and of various lengths.
By virtue of its history, this is not the sort of place you "enjoy" visiting but it has a dignified peace about it and I feel privileged to have come
Written 12 June 2017
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MariaRDH
Meadow Vista, CA93 contributions
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Apr 2017 • Couples
The Chiesa Sant''Anna is a beautiful small church that has been restored after the Nazi invasion in 1942. The memorial at the top of the hill is very touching, remembering the lives of over 500 people killed on August 12, 1942, when the Nazis invaded the village, shot or otherwise killed all there, including 130 children and babies. In one case they even opened the belly of a pregnant women, removed her baby, and killed him/her separately. Unbelievable atrocity. The history of the area is worth reading. Yesterday dignitaries from the G7 summit in Lucca, Italy visited the memorial right before our visit. There is a small shop there where we purchased a panini and a glass of wine and ate it outside in the shadow of the church on a small terrace. There is also a smal museum which was closed so we did not see it. Well worth the trip from Camaiore up a winding road.
Written 11 April 2017
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Chester_UKCitykid
Chester, UK71 contributions
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Jul 2014 • Couples
Stumbled upon the story of Sant'anna di Stazzema whilst on holiday in Northern Tuscany. It's a tiny village,high in the mountains at the edge of the Alpi Apuane just 20-30 minutes away from the Tuscan coastal resorts of Viareggio, Forte dei Marmi and a little bit further north of Lucca. On 12 August 1944 German troop trying to prevent the Allies advance through Italy and trying to hamper local partisan activity rounded up and massacred 560 inhabitants (mainly women, children and the elderly) from Sant'Anna and nearby hamlets. The story is told in a series of panels in the village, in the village church, the Museum of the Resistance (at the time of the massacre the village school), and most poignantly the Via Crucis which leads up to a monument bearing the names of all the victims, underneath which is an ossuary containg the remains which were found in mass graves. The mounment is high up above the village, presenting stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the nearby coastline. There are numerous waymarked walking routes a number of which follow the routes the soldiers took to attack the villages, also with signposts telling the stories of the families who lived in the hamlets at the time.
It is so peaceful and beautiful now it is hard to imagine that such events could take place here. What is also surprising is that it is not really signposted or indicated in local tourist centres or guides, perhaps to ensure that an air of peacefulness allowing for respectful reflection is maintained. Really moving, but to repeat, a stunning location. Really worth making a detour to visit of you are in the area, but be warned you will need a car capable of manoeuvring up the twisty mountain roads.
Written 1 August 2014
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