According to an ancient legend, the origins of this monastery date back to the early 9th century, when the inhabitants of the northern mountain ranges gradually began to migrate towards the plains of the central plateau. However, the earliest records of the monastery correspond to the start of the 11th century and the first donations; eventually the vast dominions would extend into the lands of Palencia, Valladolid, Burgos and Cantabria.

In 1169 King Alphonse VIII of Castile founded a community of Premostratense monks, who would embark on an ambitious building programme in the Romanesque style that was so popular at the time.

Renovation work started in 1978 and today it is a leading centre for restoration, promotion and research into our cultural heritage.

Historical Data

Architecture:
Religious architecture
Construction:
Monastery / Convent
Predominant styles:
Romanesque
Historical Period:
Middle Ages

Address

Ctra. Cervera s/n. Aguilar de Campoo. 34800 Palencia.

Telephone: 979 123 053 / 616 994 651

More information

Oficina de Turismo Regional of Palencia

Address:

C/ Mayor, 31. Palencia. 34001 Palencia.

Teléfono: 979 706 523

Fax: 979 706 525

Email: oficinadeturismodepalencia@jcyl.es

Tourist Office of Aguilar de Campoo

Address:

Paseo Cascajera,10. Aguilar de Campoo. 34800 Palencia.

Telephone: 979 123 641

Fax: 979 125 710

Opening hours

  • From March, 7 to June, 29:
    • Tuesday to friday: 16.00 – 20.00
    • Saturdays, sundays and holidays: 10.00 – 14.00 and 16.00 – 20.00
    • Closed: monday
  • From December, 10 to March, 6:
    • Saturdays, sundays and holidays: 10.00 – 14.00 and 16.00 – 20.00 (Closed from 9 to 15 and from 19 to 21 January. CHRISTMAS: Closed days: 24, 25, 31 December Jan 1 and 6). Guided tours:10.00,11.00, 12.00, 16.00,17.00, 18.00, 19.00
    • Tuesday to friday: 16.00 – 19.30 (Closed from 9 to 15 and from 19 to 21 January.)
    • Closed: monday
  • From September, 11 to December, 22:
    • Tuesday to friday: 16.00 – 20.00 (ALWAYS BOOK IN ADVANCE). Guided tours:16.00,17.00,18.00,19.00
    • Saturdays, sundays and holidays: 10.00 – 14.00 and 16.00 – 20.00 (ALWAYS BOOK IN ADVANCE). Guided tours:10.00, 11.00,12.00,13.00,16.00,17.00,18.00,19.00

Tickets

  • General: 7 €
  • Reduced: 4 €
  • Groups: 6 €

Remarks: Consult cultural activities and routes through the Romanesque at www.alojamientosconhistoria.com Children under 10 years free. Discounts: Friends of Museums Card, Friends of Heritage Card and staying at the Royal Inn of the monastery: 3? EASTER WEEK: Open

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