Monasterio de San Pedro de las Dueñas

Monasterio de San Pedro de las Dueñas is a Benedictine monastery in Sahagún combining stone and brick construction with a basilica floor plan and a square tower positioned above the main chapel presbytery. The building structure reflects different materials and building techniques applied across various periods.

Construction of the monastery began in the late 10th century using stone and continued with brick additions between 1087 and 1110. These building phases show how the structure evolved over multiple generations.

The church holds a life-sized polychrome Christ figure attributed to sculptor Gregorio Fernández, showcasing the artistic traditions of Castile. This sculpture demonstrates the level of craftsmanship that flourished in the region.

The monastery sits about five kilometers from central Sahagún and forms part of the Way of Saint James route crossing through León province. Visitors can reach the site by following the pilgrimage path or by vehicle.

The building displays a blend of Christian and Islamic architectural styles known as pre-classical Mudéjar Romanesque architecture. This mixing of building and decorative methods is unusual and makes the site architecturally distinctive.

Location: Sahagún

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

GPS coordinates: 42.33131,-5.04986

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:03