Santa Maria de Taüll

Santa Maria de Taüll is a Romanesque church in the Vall de Boí featuring rough stone walls and a distinctive bell tower as its most recognizable element. Its interior contains a main nave with side aisles that lead to multiple apses, creating a structured and organized layout.

The church was consecrated in 1123, representing the architectural ambition of the Erill lords who held power in this region. Its construction marked the arrival of Romanesque building practices to the high Pyrenees.

The interior displays reproductions of medieval frescoes depicting religious scenes and holy figures that shaped how people experienced this space. These artworks reflect the devotion of those who gathered here over the centuries.

The church sits in the village and is easily reached on foot from the main area. The interior requires only a few steps to enter and move around comfortably.

This is the only religious building in the valley that has homes constructed directly beside it rather than standing apart. This close connection reveals how medieval churches were woven into the daily life of villages.

Location: La Vall de Boí

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Part of: Catalan Romanesque Churches of the Vall de Boí

GPS coordinates: 42.52042,0.84833

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:40