Monasterio de Santa María de Valdediós

The Monasterio de Santa María de Valdediós stands in a valley near Villaviciosa, featuring Gothic architecture with ribbed vaults and three semicircular apses.

Founded on January 17, 1201, by Alfonso IX and Queen Berengela, the monastery received extensive lands from Melgar in León to establish its presence.

The monastery forms part of the Camino Primitivo pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, maintaining its religious significance through centuries.

Visitors can explore the monastery from April to September, Tuesday through Sunday, between 11:00-13:00 and 16:30-18:30, with reduced winter hours.

The church of Santa María la Real remained the largest religious structure in Asturias until the construction of Oviedo Cathedral.

Location: Villaviciosa

Inception: 13 century

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Part of: Camino Primitivo

Opening Hours: April-September Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-13:00,16:30-18:30; October-March Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-13:30; December 25 off; January 01 off; January 06 off

Phone: +34670242372

Website: https://monasteriovaldedios.com

GPS coordinates: 43.43622,-5.50667

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:36