Welcome to La Fresneda / La Freixneda
Listed as a Conjunto Histórico-Artístico (listed historic ensemble) since 1983, La Fresneda invites you to travel back in time through its heritage landmarks, such as the ruins of an Arab castle and the medieval church of Santa María la Mayor. An ideal destination for lovers of history and architecture.
Welcome to La Fresneda
Listed as a Conjunto Histórico-Artístico (listed historic ensemble) since 1983, La Fresneda invites you to travel back in time through its heritage landmarks, such as the ruins of an Arab castle and the medieval church of Santa María la Mayor.
Its name first appears in 1169, when Alfonso II of Aragon conquered the valleys of the Algars River and the Matarraña River. In 1211 it came under the Order of Calatrava, and in 1283 Pedro II of Aragon granted it the title of Villa.
Civil power grew under the Catholic Monarchs, marking the construction of Renaissance monuments such as the town hall. The War of the Spanish Succession and the First Carlist War left their mark on our town, making it an essential stage in its development.
Located in the heart of the Matarraña region, La Fresneda is a living testament to Aragonese history and culture, with a legacy spanning from the Arab period to the Carlist Wars, all set within a landscape of great natural beauty.
Architectural heritage
Discover the most outstanding buildings and features of the historical and cultural heritage of La Fresneda.
Parish church of Santa María la Mayor
Discover the parish church of Santa María la Mayor in La Fresneda, an imposing Baroque testament with medieval origins and a rich architectural history.
Hermitage of Santa Bárbara
Built in the 18th century and rebuilt at the end of the 19th century.
La Cruz del Codolar
La Cruz del Codolar in La Fresneda is an emblematic Gothic wayside cross. With sculptures that narrate the history and faith of the town, it marks the traditional road towards La Portellada and Fuentespalda, revealing coats of arms and religious scenes.
Sanctuary of the Virgen de Gracia
Discover the Sanctuary of the Virgen de Gracia in La Fresneda, an impressive complex of 18th-century buildings, partly carved into the rock and declared a Monument.
Pilar Chapel
Discover the Pilar Chapel in La Fresneda, an emblematic Baroque building of the 17th century that reflects religious fervour and Aragonese architecture.
Plaza Mayor
Discover the Plaza Mayor of La Fresneda, a unique triangular space, the historic and cultural heart of the town, with its stately mansions, medieval arcades and the majestic Casa Consistorial.
Calle Mayor
Discover the historic Calle Mayor of La Fresneda, the commercial and architectural heart of the village, with its distinctive arcades, traditional houses and a past that evokes stories of bygone days and possible Jewish influences in its urban layout.
Town Hall and Jail of La Fresneda
Discover the historic town hall and jail of La Fresneda, an imposing 16th-century building that symbolises the emerging municipal power and houses fascinating prison spaces with unique graffiti.
Casa de la Encomienda
Discover the impressive Casa de la Encomienda in La Fresneda, former seat of the Order of Calatrava, and its architectural and historical significance in the Matarraña region.
La Cruz del Codolar
La Cruz del Codolar in La Fresneda is an emblematic Gothic wayside cross. With sculptures that narrate the history and faith of the town, it marks the traditional road towards La Portellada and Fuentespalda, revealing coats of arms and religious scenes.
Portal de Xifré
Discover the Portal de Xifré in La Fresneda, Matarraña. Also known as the Arc de la Villa, it is a historic town gate of the urban walls featuring arches and decorative elements.
Remains of the castle
Castle-fortress of Arab origin. The remains of the tower and walls belonging to the old castle survive, the habitual residence of the commander for centuries. Preserved are the remains of a square cube of rubble masonry belonging to the Tower of Homage, accessed by a spiral staircase, a corner of ashlar masonry and a brick window on one of the curtain walls. The plan is C-shaped; the first floor, used as living quarters, would have had a cloister. On the main façade, the doorway retains a coat of arms of the Order of Calatrava and various commanders. The whole co
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