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Monasterio de Sant Pere de Rodes

s/n Camí del Monestir, Girona, Cataluña

Description

Sant Pere de Rodes monastery was founded in the 10th century AD but was sacked in the 17th century so it is no longer in activity, except as a monument to be visited. It was built primarily in Romanesque style notable for its combination of columns and side aisles to support the central nave; and its construction over three level, due to its setting on a slope of the Verdera Mountain. Nearby visitors can also enjoy the views over the Bay of Llançà and find the ruins of a church, a medieval town and the Castle of Sant Verdera.

Access & Transport

Address: Camí del Monestir, El Port de la Selva Car is the only real option given the setting of the monastery atop the hill. El Port de Selva is the closest town (7km / 12mins), Cadaqués is 20km/30mins away and Figueres is 25km / 35mins away.

Instructions & Recommendations

Note that it takes a bit of time to drive up to the monastery so plan accordingly and try to select a day with good visibility to enjoy the views. A visit there is best done from Girona or Cadaqués and is the perfect opportunity to discover the Cap de Creus Natural Park.

Meta review

The ruins of the monastery gets excellent reviews for the well-restored church and good audio-guide that are nicely complemented by fantastic views, hiking options and a surprisingly good restaurant (lunch time hours).

Environmental & Social

Helps preserve the region's architectural heritage. Environmentally neutral

Conclusion

Sant Pere de Rodes monastery is worth the drive in our opinion, and can make for a great hiking + cultural activity combo, nicely complemented by a lunch within the complex itself and an extension to go and check out the Castle of Sant Verdera.

Key positive

Spectacular setting and views

Architecturally interesting complex

Key negative

A little out of the way for those without a strong interest in monuments / ruins

Suitability

Only part of the ground floor is accessible for visitors with reduced mobility.

About this Rating

TYPE

Onsite

RESEARCHED IN

May 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 45m

est. visit time:1h 45m

Regulated hours

Start of Season 1:Jun, 01

Season 1

MONDAY -

TUESDAY10:00 - 20:00

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 20:00

THURSDAY10:00 - 20:00

FRIDAY10:00 - 20:00

SATURDAY10:00 - 20:00

SUNDAY10:00 - 20:00

Start of Season 2:Oct, 01

Season 2

MONDAY -

TUESDAY10:00 - 17:30

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 17:30

THURSDAY10:00 - 17:30

FRIDAY10:00 - 17:30

SATURDAY10:00 - 17:30

SUNDAY10:00 - 17:30

Pricing
Free admission on the last Tuesday of every month between 1 October and 30 June
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€4
Adult
16 - 64
€6
Child
3 - 15
€0
Infant
0 - 2
€0

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