Monastery of San Salvador de Lérez

The neoclassical church of San Salvador de Lérez contains a single nave with semicircular arches and features two flanking towers on its facade.

The monastery dates back to the 10th century when Benedictine monks established it, with the current church structure incorporating elements from the 18th century.

The monastery holds the traditional pilgrimage of San Benito every July 11, marking the start of summer festivities in Pontevedra.

Visitors can access the monastery by crossing the Burgo bridge via N-550 toward Santiago and turning right after 2 kilometers at the indicated sign.

The chapel of San Benito, constructed in 1700, preserves a Romanesque image of the Saviour and maintains the tradition of visitors passing under the altar.

Location: Lérez

Architectural style: Baroque

Address: Porta do Sol, 31

GPS coordinates: 42.44917,-8.63222

Latest update: March 15, 2025 09:57