Ciudad de la Justicia de Pontevedra

Ciudad de la Justicia is a modern courthouse complex in the A Parda district consisting of two large buildings connected by a glass walkway. The structures feature stone facades with extensive windows, and house criminal courts, juvenile courts, prosecution offices, and various specialized judicial departments.

The first building opened in 1998 following the demolition of the former provincial prison. The second structure was completed in 2019, expanding the complex with additional court spaces and administrative areas.

The complex brings together all judicial services in one location, changing how people in the region access courts and legal offices. This centralization reflects how modern Spain organizes its court system for public efficiency.

Visitors should know this is an active judicial facility and security checks may apply to some areas. The exteriors and public spaces are best explored during weekends or outside regular court hours.

The 2019 building uses vertical slats and bevelled planes to control sun exposure and manage interior temperatures. This design approach shows how contemporary architecture solves practical problems while creating a distinct visual character.

Location: Pontevedra

Inception: February 1998

Architects: Fernando Martínez Sarandeses

Architectural style: modern architecture

Part of: Ministry of Justice of Spain

GPS coordinates: 42.42531,-8.63439

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:40