Monastery of San Isidro de Dueñas

The Monastery of San Isidro de Dueñas is a Trappist community nestled among farmland in Castile, northern Spain. The buildings display plain, functional architecture designed for monastic living, with no unnecessary ornamentation.

The monastery was founded in the 7th century and renewed by King Alfonso III in the 9th century. In 1891, it joined the Trappist order, adopting a stricter interpretation of the Benedictine way.

The monastic community follows the Rule of Saint Benedict, shaping how the monks spend their days in work, prayer, and silence. Visitors walking through the grounds sense this ordered rhythm of spiritual life as it continues today.

You can explore the grounds during designated visiting hours and join the monks for prayer services. The on-site shop sells handmade goods produced by the community, supporting their daily work and mission.

Saint Rafael Arnáiz Barón, canonized in 2009, lived and worked here before his death, and his remains are buried within the monastery walls. His recognition as a saint connects this place to modern spiritual history in an unexpected way.

Location: Dueñas

Website: https://abadiasanisidro.es

GPS coordinates: 41.89918,-4.51661

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40