Monastery of San Pedro de Cardeña

The Monastery of San Pedro de Cardeña features a convent church from the 16th century, incorporating Romanesque and Gothic architectural elements throughout its structure.

The monastery provided sanctuary to El Cid during his exile, where he resided with his family before becoming a temporary burial site for him and Doña Jimena.

Cistercian monks maintain the monastery since 1942, producing traditional wine and medicinal herb liquors while preserving religious traditions and practices.

The monastery welcomes visitors on specific weekdays and Sundays, with guided tours conducted by resident monks, except during liturgical celebrations and religious holidays.

The Chapter House, dating from the 13th century, contains a museum displaying historical artifacts connected to the monastery's extensive past.

Location: Castrillo del Val

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Part of: Way of Saint James in the province of Burgos

Website: https://monasteriosanpedrodecardena.com

GPS coordinates: 42.30432,-3.60739

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:53