Historic Religious Sites
La Rioja’s religious landscape is defined by the UNESCO-listed Monasteries of San Millán de Yuso and Suso, where the first written words of the Spanish language were recorded. This collection spans from the Romanesque Hermitage of Santa María de La Piscina to the massive Baroque-fronted Co-Cathedral of Logroño. Notable sites include the Cathedral of Santo Domingo de la Calzada, famous for its Gothic architecture and the living poultry kept within its walls, and the Collegiate Church of San Miguel Arcángel in Alfaro, which hosts one of Europe's largest stork colonies.
A San Millan Yuso Monastery
UNESCO World Heritage Site. Monastery with a history since the 11th century.
B San Millán de Suso Monastery
UNESCO World Heritage Site. Believed to be built upon a hermitage where St. Emilian lived.
Iglesia de la Asunción
A 16th-century Renaissance church in Navarrete featuring an exceptional Baroque altarpiece created by José de San Juan y Martín.
D Co-Cathedral of Logroño
The Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda is a co-cathedral located in Logroño, in La Rioja, Spain.
E Iglesia de Santa María de Palacio
Notable for its unique 13th-century Gothic pyramidal spire and a 16th-century Renaissance altarpiece by Arnao de Bruselas.
F Catedral de Santo Domingo de la Calzada
A major Camino de Santiago site housing the tomb of Saint Dominic and a famous chicken coop commemorating a 14th-century miracle.
Iglesia de San Bartolomé
The oldest church in Logroño, dating to the 12th century, featuring a prominent Gothic portal with intricate stone carvings.
Iglesia de la Asunción
A 16th-century Hallenkirche-style church in Briones, recognized for its high vaults, Renaissance architecture, and historic sacristy.
Iglesia de Santiago
A historic pilgrims' church in Logroño featuring a 16th-century facade with a large equestrian statue of Saint James.
J Santa María de Herrera
A former 12th-century Cistercian abbey located in the Montes Obarenes, currently serving as a monastery for the Trappist order.
Iglesia de San Andrés Apóstol
A 16th-century church in Zorraquín built with a blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles, featuring notable ribbed vaulting.
Ermita de Nuestra Señora de Allende
A 17th-century Baroque hermitage in Ezcaray housing a rare collection of 'Angeles Arcabuceros'—paintings of angels armed with muskets.
Iglesia de San Julián y Santa Basilisa
A 16th-century church in Ojacastro built over Romanesque foundations, featuring a Renaissance altarpiece and a unique circular apse.
Iglesia de Santa María la Mayor
A 16th-century fortress-church in Ezcaray characterized by its cylindrical towers, Gothic interior, and prominent balcony.
O Colegiata de San Miguel Arcángel
A massive 17th-century brick collegiate church in Alfaro, famous for supporting the world's largest colony of white storks on its roof.
Hermitage of Santa María de La Piscina
The Hermitage of Santa María de La Piscina is a hermitage located in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, La Rioja, Spain.
Parroquia de San Martín
A 16th-century parish church in Torrecilla en Cameros featuring a blend of Gothic architecture and a later Baroque tower.
Ermita Nuestra Señora del Villar
A 17th-century Baroque hermitage known for its ornate interior and for housing the image of the patron saint of Torrecilla en Cameros.
Ermita de San Felices
Located atop the Riscos de Bilibio, this chapel offers panoramic views of the Ebro valley and hosts the annual Haro Wine Battle.
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