Church of the Santissima Trinità

Santissima Trinità (Most Holy Trinity): Art and Tradition in Argegno

The Church of the Santissima Trinità (Most Holy Trinity) stands near the mouth of the Telo stream, just a stone’s throw from the shores of Lake Como. The parish church was constructed in the early 20th century and consecrated in 1927 by Adolfo Luigi Pagani, the Bishop of Como. This newer structure was built to replace the original 16th-century parish church located in the historic town center.

Mosaics and paintings of the church in Argegno

Designed by engineer Cesare Nava in a striking Neo-Romanesque style, the building features a single-nave layout. The facade is graced by a stunning stained-glass rose window depicting various saints. Below it, surrounding the main entrance, are intricate mosaics of the four Evangelists alongside Saints Abbondio and Anna—a generous gift from the Giussani family to the community.

Inside, the church preserves treasures from its predecessor, including a splendid 17th-century painting of the Nativity on the left wall. Flanking the high altar are statues of the Blessed Virgin and St. Joseph, while two masterfully crafted granite stoups support the choir loft and the antique organ.

The Live Nativity Scene in Argegno

The church also houses a revered 19th-century sculpture of Baby Jesus. Every New Year’s Day, this statue is the centerpiece of the Presepe Vivente (Live Nativity Scene), a tradition known locally as I Capell. This world-famous event, which has been celebrated for over four centuries, involves the entire town and its hamlets in a historic procession that is truly a must-see for visitors.