Necrópolis de la judería de Valladolid

The Jewish necropolis extends along the central walkway of Campo Grande, between the park fence and Acera de Recoletos street, from Plaza Zorrilla to Plaza Colon.

In 1492, following the expulsion decree of Jews from Spain, the necropolis grounds were auctioned for 25,000 maravedis, as documented in the National Library of Spain.

The cemetery contains 78 burial sites with skeletons arranged according to medieval Jewish funeral practices, discovered during renovation work in 2002.

The necropolis location near the Esgueva River follows traditional Jewish burial customs of establishing cemeteries near water sources, outside city centers.

Archaeological studies revealed well-preserved bones due to alkaline soil conditions, with limited burial items dating between the 12th and 14th centuries.

Location: Valladolid

GPS coordinates: 41.64593,-4.72819

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:08