Carrión de los Condes

About this stop

A little about Carrión de los Condes

Carrión de los Condes is a historic locality with deep roots in the Camino de Santiago. Founded in the 9th century, this town played a significant role during the Reconquista, the period when Christian kingdoms retook the Iberian Peninsula from the Moors. It was granted the title of "de los Condes" (of the Counts) due to its association with the powerful Beni Gómez family, who ruled the area during the 10th and 11th centuries.

The town boasts several important religious and architectural sites, reflecting its rich history and connection to the Camino de Santiago. Among these are the 12th-century Church of Santa María del Camino, which features a unique Romanesque façade, and the 13th-century Monastery of San Zoilo, a former Cluniac monastery that once provided shelter and assistance to pilgrims. The Royal Road Hospital, founded in the 12th century by Doña Mayor, wife of King Sancho III of Navarre, also served as an important refuge for pilgrims throughout the centuries. Today, Carrión de los Condes continues to welcome pilgrims, offering them a glimpse into its storied past and a chance to rest and recharge before continuing their journey.