1729Bishop Approved

Madonna of Montagnaga

Montagnaga di Pine, Italy

Visionaries: Domenica Targa, a shepherdess

Overview

The Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to Domenica Targa, a young shepherdess, in the alpine village of Montagnaga di Pine in Trentino, Italy. Our Lady appeared dressed in white with a rosary in her hand, standing in a meadow. She appeared five times between May 1729 and May 1730, calling for prayer and devotion to the Rosary.

History

In May 1729, Domenica Targa was tending her flock in a meadow near Montagnaga when she saw a beautiful woman dressed in white holding a rosary. The apparitions continued over the following year, with five appearances total. The local bishop, Cardinal Leopold Ernst von Firmian of Trento, investigated and approved the apparitions. The existing Church of Sant'Anna was expanded in 1740 to accommodate pilgrims, and a new church was consecrated by the cardinal. The miraculous image was crowned on August 11, 1894, and a feast day was established on May 26.

Location

Church of Sant'Anna, Montagnaga di Pine

Montagnaga di Pine, Italy

46.1333, 11.25

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Testimonies, experiences, and reviews from our community

Pilgrim ExperienceVisited April 2024

My visit to Madonna of Montagnaga

The shrine at Madonna of Montagnaga in Montagnaga di Pine is well organized for pilgrims, with clear information about the apparition history. I appreciated the balance of devotion and education. The outdoor areas are perfect for quiet reflection.

June 5, 2025

Pilgrim ExperienceVisited October 2025

My visit to Madonna of Montagnaga

My pilgrimage to Madonna of Montagnaga in Montagnaga di Pine was a turning point in my spiritual life. I went expecting a nice trip and came home with a renewed faith. The other pilgrims I met there became friends, and we still keep in touch.

December 9, 2024