Chiesa di San Marziale

Parish church in northern Cannaregio with origins in the 9th century — notable for ceiling paintings by Sebastiano Ricci and a quiet setting away from tourist routes.

San Marziale is a parish church in the Venetian sestiere of Cannaregio, dedicated to Saint Martial, the 3rd-century bishop of Limoges. The church's origins date to the 9th century, though the current building has been remodelled several times. Inside are ceiling paintings by Sebastiano Ricci from the early 18th century, among his most notable works in Venice. Located away from the main tourist routes in northern Cannaregio, the church is surrounded by canals and bridges that reflect Venetian everyday life.