Tour of Villafranca del Bierzo

On this guided tour of Villafranca del Bierzo, we will explore the monumental heritage linked to the Jacobean Route of this town, known as the "Little Santiago de Compostela".

Description

At the specified time, we will meet at the Castle of the Marqueses to begin the guided tour. We will learn about its history while admiring its facade.

Next, we will visit the Church of Santiago, where the notable "door of Forgiveness" serves as the focal point. This door opens only in Jacobean years to grant a Jubilee for pilgrims unable to reach Compostela for health reasons.

The Camino de Santiago has a significant connection to Villafranca. We will stroll through this beautiful historic town of Leon, declared a Historic-Artistic Site in 1965, following the Jacobean Route taken by pilgrims.

We will stop at the impressive castle-palace of the Marquises of Villafranca and then proceed to the Calle del Agua, recognized for its historic buildings, including the birthplace of the writer Enrique Gil y Carrasco and the palace of the inquisitor Torquemada.

The tour will continue to the collegiate church of Santa Maria, built in the 16th century on the site of a 12th-century Benedictine monastery, another key monument on the Camino de Santiago.

After approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, we will conclude the tour at the collegiate church.