Sobrado dos Monxes

A Coruña, Galicia

A working Cistercian monastery that takes pilgrims for the night.

A short history

Founded in 952 and refounded by the Cistercians in 1142, Sobrado is one of Galicia's most atmospheric monasteries. Pilgrims sleep in the cloister and join the monks for vespers.

What to see

Monasterio de Santa María (Baroque facade, 17th c.)
Cloister and Chapter House
Vespers and pilgrim mass

Where to eat

Pilgrim dinner at the monastery
Bar Casa Lamas

Where to sleep

Albergue del Monasterio de Sobrado