Located in the heart of the Fragas de Eume natural park, between the banks of the Sesín and Eume rivers, this monastery stands in the middle of an oasis of vegetation. Although the name may be misleading, it is actually a set of buildings that can be visited: two churches, an archive, cells, etc.

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A 12th century monastery to accommodate religious anchorites. It is located in the Spanish natural park of Fragas del Eume. The complex was declared an Asset of Cultural Interest since …

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November 3, 2019

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1. Senda dos Encomendeiros from the Centro de Interpretación de Ombre — circular through the Parque Natural de las Fragas del Eume

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03:49

190m

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2. Santa Cristina Bridge – Caaveiro Tavern loop from A Veiga

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01:55

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3. Santa Cristina Bridge – Caaveiro Tavern loop from As Neves

7.94km

02:13

150m

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: A Capela, Interior, A Coruña, Galicia, Spain

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Monastery of Saint John of Caaveiro

1. Senda dos Encomendeiros from the Centro de Interpretación de Ombre — circular through the Parque Natural de las Fragas del Eume

2. Santa Cristina Bridge – Caaveiro Tavern loop from A Veiga

3. Santa Cristina Bridge – Caaveiro Tavern loop from As Neves

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