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Monasterio de Iranzu

NA-7135, Abárzuza, Navarra

Description

The Monastery of Iranzu (Monasterio de Santa María la Real de Iranzu) was built by the Cistercian order between the 12th and 14th centuries (and extensively renovated during the 20th). The highlight is the cloister with ornate stonework and other parts of the complex such as the church, the kitchen, the refectory and the punishment cells can also be visited.

Access & Transport

The complex is located 4km from Abárzuza along the NA-7135 and 50km west of Pamplona (A-12 expressway and take exit 34 toward Valle de Yerri/Abárzuza). Parking is available on site.

Instructions & Recommendations

There are group guided visits available for 3 € (presumably in Spanish only)

Meta review

The monastery isn't well known outside the region and gets good but not exceptional online reviews. What most visitors seem to enjoy is the combination of a cultural activity in a setting with various hiking opportunities such as the Cañón del Río Iranzu. In terms of architecture, the consistent feedback is that the cloister is the real highlight.

Environmental & Social

We deem this attraction environmentally neutral. Preserves the region's architectural heritage.

Conclusion

The visit of the monastery is quite short but very affordable and is enhanced by a very green environment. An excellent option for tourists in slow travel mode and regional residents.

Key positive

Photogenic cloister

Key negative

None

Suitability

Suitable for all ages but best for those aged 12 and above (younger children are unlikely to find it interesting). The complex seems to be partially accessible for visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 45m

est. visit time:1h

Regulated hours
Period 1

MONDAY10:00 - 13:30

TUESDAY10:00 - 13:30

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 13:30

THURSDAY10:00 - 13:30

FRIDAY10:00 - 13:30

SATURDAY10:00 - 13:30

SUNDAY10:00 - 13:30

Period 2

MONDAY -

TUESDAY16:00 - 18:30

WEDNESDAY16:00 - 18:30

THURSDAY16:00 - 18:30

FRIDAY16:00 - 18:30

SATURDAY16:00 - 18:30

SUNDAY16:00 - 18:30

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€2
Adult
12 - 64
€2.5
Child
6 - 11
€1.5
Infant
0 - 5
€0
The age threshold is uncertain

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