Monastery of Piedra, Cistercian monastery and natural park in Nuévalos, Spain
The complex includes monastic buildings, multiple waterfalls, caves, and green spaces spread across a natural park along the Piedra River valley.
Founded in 1194 by Alfonso II of Aragon, the monastery operated until 1835 when religious orders were dissolved during Spanish desamortization.
The monastery kitchen holds historical importance as the first location in Europe where chocolate production techniques were developed and implemented.
The site operates daily with guided tours available in several languages, offering access to both the monastery buildings and the surrounding natural park.
The monastery grounds contain Spain's first fish farm, established in 1867, which continues to supply native trout species to regional rivers.
Location: Nuévalos
Inception: 1194
Architectural style: Cistercian architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.19333,-1.78250
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:15
This Spanish region contains medieval monasteries, castles, nature parks and geological formations. The provinces of Huesca, Zaragoza and Teruel feature Romanesque churches, Gothic bridges and Moorish architecture. The terrain includes canyons, caves, limestone formations and mountain ranges with hiking trails.
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