Calatañazor

Calatañazor is a municipality in Soria Province built on a limestone hilltop at approximately 1059 meters elevation. Its narrow cobblestone streets connect traditional stone houses with wooden frameworks, forming a cohesive medieval village layout.

This settlement emerged as a fortified community during the Middle Ages and became the site of a major battle in 1002 when Christian forces defeated Moorish troops in the valley between the town and Abioncillo. That event marked a turning point in Spanish history.

The Church of Santa Maria del Castillo blends Romanesque and Gothic styles, housing religious objects from the 11th century within its stone walls. Visitors can still explore these artistic treasures as they wander through the building today.

The town is accessible by local roads and can be explored on foot, though the narrow lanes and slopes require comfortable footwear. Two additional hamlets, Aldehuela and Abioncillo, belong to the municipality and offer further opportunities to understand the broader area.

The main square displays an ancient fossil known as the Stone of the Fan, dating back between 11 to 20 million years. Beside this natural wonder stands a medieval justice column, a reminder of the square's former role in local governance.

Location: Soria Province

Capital city: Villa de Calatañazor

Elevation above the sea: 1,059 m

Part of: Mancomunidade Turística «Tierras del Suroeste Soriano»

Shares border with: Blacos, Cabrejas del Pinar, Abejar, Villaciervos, Golmayo, Rioseco de Soria

Website: http://calatanazor.es

GPS coordinates: 41.69944,-2.81750

Latest update: December 20, 2025 03:04