On the road to Val Veny, against the backdrop of the majestic Brenva glacier, stands this characteristic sanctuary, in a place that since the 17th century has been the scene of numerous miraculous healings. Already in ancient times, in fact, a statue dedicated to the Vierge du Berrier was venerated in the area, at first exposed in a simple niche, then transferred to the interior of a nearby oratory, built on the rock ("berrier" in patois, the local dialect); this was followed by a new transfer to a chapel dedicated to the Visitation of the Virgin, a little above the present temple.
In 1816 the small building was demolished by the inexorable advance of the glacier; only the statue of the Madonna remained intact. Following this event, considered miraculous, it was decided to build a new place of worship, which was achieved in 1867, when it was erected the current building, enlarged over time thanks to pious donations.
Consecrated by Bishop Jans in 1868, the church has a Latin cross plan. The altars, made by the sculptor Fumasoli of Lugano, contain paintings by Giuseppe Stornone, evidence of the centuries-old devotion to the Madonna venerated here. The thaumaturgic fame of the Virgin has made this sanctuary a very popular place of worship; inside the walls are entirely covered with crutches, ex-votos and gifts brought by the faithful who have been miraculously cured. The alpine guides of the valley periodically celebrate a propitiatory mass here.
