Frómista

Frómista is a small municipality in Palencia Province situated in the fertile lands of Castile and León. The town sits at approximately 780 meters elevation and is surrounded by agricultural fields that define the rural character of the region.

The town received its municipal structure during the Spanish administrative reorganization of 1833, which changed local governance. The Church of San Martín had been built centuries earlier and shows the medieval roots of the settlement.

The Church of San Martín shapes the character of the town with its Romanesque design from the 11th century. Visitors can observe here the craftsmanship and artistic choices typical of that era.

The town sits on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route and serves as a convenient stopover point for travelers. The central location in the region makes it easy to explore the area or continue along the pilgrimage path.

The Church of San Martín was funded by the widow of Sancho el Mayor of Navarra and contains architectural elements inspired by Jaca cathedral. This blend reveals how royal connections shaped the religious architecture of this remote region.

Location: Palencia Province

Inception: 1833

Capital city: Frómista

Elevation above the sea: 780 m

Part of: Mancomunitat d'Aigües del Otero espanyol, Mancomunidad del Camino de Santiago

Shares border with: Boadilla del Camino, Santoyo, Támara de Campos, Piña de Campos, Población de Campos, Villovieco, Marcilla de Campos, Requena de Campos

Website: http://fromista.dip-palencia.es

GPS coordinates: 42.26722,-4.40667

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:54