Images of Monroyo: Heritage and landscapes
Explore the beauty of Monroyo through these shots showing its rich heritage, the charming landscapes of the Matarraña and the daily life of this historic village.
Welcome to Monroyo / Montroig
Monroyo, a historic village forged by centuries of legends and battles, from King Alfonso I to the Spanish Civil War. Explore its medieval fortress, its historic streets and discover the charm of the Matarraña.
Welcome to Monroyo
From the feats of King Alfonso I el Batallador to the battles of the Spanish Civil War, our village has witnessed centuries of stories and conflicts that have shaped it to this day.
Relive the legacy of the fortress, at the highest point of the town, whose origins date back to the early Middle Ages, and which changed hands until the definitive conquest in 1169.
Walk through the streets that grew up in the shadow of the castle and explore its surprising secrets, such as the portal de Sant Domingo, a vestige of its ancient walls that surrounded the entire precinct of Monroyo.
Architectural heritage
Discover the most outstanding buildings and elements of the historic and cultural heritage of Monroyo.
La Mola, castle and Clock Tower in Monroyo
Discover the remains of the historic castle of Monroyo and the emblematic Clock Tower. A journey through medieval history and the Carlist Wars in the Matarraña region.
Portal de Santo Domingo
Discover the historic Portal de Santo Domingo in Monroyo, a restored medieval gate-chapel that formed part of the ancient town walls.
Empedrada-Plaza de Josa
Discover the historic cobbled Plaza de Josa in Monroyo, an emblematic space featuring the Barbacana, 16th-century manor houses and the centre of its vibrant festivals and fairs.
Plaçeta Vieja
The Plaçeta Vieja is one of the most charming corners of Monroyo. It is a small, elongated square that forms a curious meeting point of the streets Llana, Santo Domingo, Collado and Gigantes, as well as the street del Hostal and that of Llana. This interesting intersection arises from the medieval urban structure of the village; a hillside settlement with a raised central nucleus and streets that run longitudinally through the fabric, curving along the relief of the promontory and meeting each other diagonally, with few cross streets.
Parish church of the Assumption of Our Lady
Discover the parish church of the Assumption in Monroyo, a temple with a rich Gothic history, Renaissance and Baroque elements, and singular pieces of religious art.
Monroyo jail
Visit the Monroyo jail, housed in the 16th-century town hall (casa consistorial): three vaulted rooms, the jailer's quarters and two cells, with free entry.
Pou de la Vila
Discover the history and hydraulic engineering of the Pou de la Vila in Monroyo, an Arab legacy in the Matarraña region.
Discover Monroyo on Video
Vídeo de Monroyo (Español)
Sumérgete en la cultura y los paisajes de Monroyo con nuestro video en español.
Monroyo Video (English)
Explore the charm and natural beauty of Monroyo with our English video.
Vídeo de Monroyo / Montroig (Català)
Descobreix la cultura i els paisatges de Monroyo / Montroig amb el nostre vídeo en català.
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