Monastery of Bonaval, Cistercian monastery in Retiendas, Spain.
The Monastery of Bonaval exhibits Cistercian architecture with clean lines and functional spaces spread across its religious complex in the province of Guadalajara.
Founded in 1168 under Valbuena Abbey supervision, the monastery operated until 1495, when its dissolution marked the beginning of a gradual structural decline.
The monastery received recognition as Bien de Interés Cultural in 1992, marking its status as a protected monument of Spanish architectural heritage.
Visitors can observe the remaining structural elements of the monastery, including its preserved sundial and architectural features characteristic of medieval religious buildings.
Between 2007 and 2018, the monastery was listed on the Red List of Endangered Heritage, highlighting conservation needs for this medieval religious structure.
Location: Retiendas
Architectural style: Cistercian architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.96714,-3.29519
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:04
Pontón de la Oliva
15.3 km
Ocejón
15.7 km
El Atazar Dam
16.2 km
Cave of El Reguerillo
15.6 km
El Vado Reservoir
4.2 km
Beleña Reservoir
9.2 km
Ermita de los Enebrales, Tamajón
6.4 km
Hermitage of Virgen de la Oliva, Patones
15.7 km
Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
5.6 km
Azud Pozo de los Ramos
10.4 km
Church of San Miguel
10 km
Azud de Navarejos
14.2 km
Palacio de los Mendoza
5.4 km
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Blanca, El Vado
6.5 km
Azud de La Parra
14.5 km
Castle of Beleña de Sorbe
9.9 km
Cueva del Gorgocil
8 km
Church of San Miguel
4.4 km
Puente sobre el río Sorbe, Beleña de Sorbe
9.8 km
Church of Santa María Magdalena
13.3 km
Church of San Juan Bautista
5.9 km
Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
10.7 km
Church of San Benito Abad
15.2 km
Montarrón Town Hall
16.3 km
Pontón de la Oliva Reservoir
15.4 km
Picota de La Mierla
6 km
El Vado Dam
4.1 km
Cárcavas de Alpedrete
13.9 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes