Carrión de los Condes

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Carrión de los Condes, Medieval town on Camino de Santiago in Palencia Province, Spain

The municipality of Carrión de los Condes sits at 830 meters elevation along the French Way, featuring Romanesque churches and historic monasteries.

In 1072, King Alfonso VI of León sought protection in the Church of Santa María de las Victorias after his defeat at the Battle of Golpejera.

The Church of Santiago contains notable Romanesque sculptures, including a detailed Pantocrator that demonstrates medieval Spanish religious artistry.

Visitors can explore multiple religious buildings, including the Monastery of San Zoilo, which contains a Renaissance cloister designed by Juan de Badajoz.

The Hospital de la Herrada, established in 1209 by Gonzalo Rodríguez Girón, served as a dedicated facility for pilgrims traveling the Camino de Santiago.

Location: Palencia Province

Capital city: Carrión de los Condes

Elevation above the sea: 830 m

Part of: Mancomunitat del Camino de Santiago

Shares border with: Villamuera de la Cueza, Calzada de los Molinos, Bustillo del Páramo de Carrión, Villaturde, Nogal de las Huertas, Valde-Ucieza, San Mamés de Campos, Villalcázar de Sirga, Villoldo

Website: http://carriondeloscondes.es

GPS coordinates: 42.33889,-4.60194

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:53

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