An absolute highlight in northern Spain. The monastery from the beginning of the 10th century. Located partly in the rock, a mystical place where, according to legend, the Grail is housed, Parzival Sage

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September 10, 2025

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A few steps from the hermitage there is a beautiful lookout with beautiful views of the Pyrenees and an interesting view from above of the overhanging wall that was used for the construction of the old monastery of San Juan.

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Elevation 1,200 m

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Friday 27 March

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