Also known as the Fountain of Álvaro Cunqueiro, it is located opposite the Episcopal Palace. To access the fountain it is necessary to descend a stone staircase.
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The Old Fountain or Fonte Vella of Mondoñedo is one of the most emblematic and historically significant monuments in this Galician town. It was commissioned in 1548 by Bishop Diego de Soto, as indicated by the inscription on its facade.

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Elevation 190 m

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1. Fonte Vella (Old Fountain) – Mondoñedo Cathedral loop from Mondoñedo

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