CHURCHES AND CHAPELS San Giacomo’s Church San Giacomo’s Church is located on the ancient ‘Troi Paian’ path and, according to oral tradition, is the oldest church in the valley and dedicated to Saint James, protector of hikers and pilgrims. From Ortisei you can reach the church on foot following a gradually steep ascent in about one hour. As an alternative, you can take the bus or the car to San Giacomo. After a 15-minute uphill walk, you’ll reach San Giacomo’s Church. Even from Plesdinaz, above S. Cristina, a footpath leads to a picturesque church whose origins go as far back as the 12th century. The outside facade of San Giacomo’s Church is influenced by the Gothic movement, while the interior by the Baroque. The many works of art that are housed here are good reproductions by local wood carvers. The originals can be found in Val Gardena’s Museum Gherdëina. Opening hours and guided visits between the start of July to mid-September. In Winter only guided tours. For further information visit the Tourist Office in Ortisei. ‘Santa Maria ad Nives’ Selva di Val Gardena Parish Church The 19th century Neo-Gothic nave was dismantled in 1988 and replaced by an 8-sided building. The chancel and the main altar painting by Lucas Cranach date back to 1670. In 1503 Wilhelm von Wolkenstein had a chapel dedicated to the Virgin Mary built on this spot. It became a major pilgrimage destination, and was subsequently enlarged. The outer wall of the sacristy still bears a Von Wolkenstein coat of arms made of granite. The sights 110 THE SIGHTS
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