The foundation was instigated by Alfonso VIII and it was the fourth abbot, San Martín de Finojosa who began the construction of the monastery, which is consistent with the style of the Order. The monastery is Romanesque-Gothic-Plateresque.

The refectory is a masterpiece of Cistercian art with one nave covered with vaults. In the Cloister the staircase in the wall, under arches, which leads to the pulpit, is noteworthy.

Occupied by Cistercian Monks.Guesthouse, house of spirituality / museum. This monastery dating from the 12th and 13th centuries is an ideal place for rest and prayer. The guests can take part in the mass which is sung by the monks and there is woodland nearby for walks.

Historical Data

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

Address

Monasterio s/n. Santa María de Huerta. 42260 Soria.

Telephone: 975 327 002

Website: http://www.monasteriohuerta.org/

More information

Ayuntamiento of Santa María de Huerta

Address:

Municipality of Santa María de Huerta. Soria.

Teléfono: 975 327 006

Fax: 975 327 006

Email: aytohuerta@gmail.com

Página Web: http://www.santamariadehuerta.es

Tourist Office Regional of Soria

Address:

C/ Medinaceli,2. Soria. 42003 Soria.

Telephone: 975 212 052

Fax: 975 221 289

Email: oficinadeturismodesoria@jcyl.es

Opening hours

  • Monday to saturday: 10:00 – 13:00
  • Monday to saturday: 16:00 – 18:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 – 11:15

Remarks: Closed Sundays and holidays from 11.30 to 12.30 Mass

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