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Church · Zamora, Castile and León
Iglesia de Santa María Magdalena
Romanesque church from the 12th and 13th centuries on the rúa de los Francos, with a single tall nave and a southern portal among the most elaborately worked of Zamora's Romanesque.
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About Iglesia de Santa María Magdalena
The church of Santa María Magdalena is located on the rúa de los Francos, the medieval street that links the Plaza Mayor to the cathedral. It was built between the 12th and 13th centuries in two phases: the first influenced by Romanesque style and the second with Gothic elements. In the Middle Ages it served as a hospital of the Order of St. John.
It is one of the few churches in Zamora with a single, tall, rectangular nave. The best-known feature is the south portal facing the street, with arches decorated with vegetal motifs and figures, among the most elaborately worked of the city's Romanesque.
Inside, a medieval tomb with a canopy stands out, decorated with figures and animals, leaning against one of the nave walls.
The church lies on the route between the Plaza Mayor and the cathedral, and can be visited on the same walk that leads to San Pedro y San Ildefonso and the castle.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
15 to 30 minutes.
Best time
During the day, on the route between the Plaza Mayor and the cathedral. Zamora's Romanesque churches usually have their own opening hours, which vary by season: check in advance.
How to get there
It is on the rúa de los Francos, about a 5-minute walk from the Plaza Mayor, on the way to the cathedral.
Tip
Stop on the pavement in front of the south portal to see the details of the arches before entering. Inside, look for the tomb with a canopy.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Iglesia de Santa María Magdalena
Why is the church of Magdalena notable?
For its south portal, one of the most decorated in Zamora's Romanesque style, and for its single, tall nave, rare among the city's churches.
Is Magdalena near the cathedral?
Yes, on the rúa de los Francos, on the way between Plaza Mayor and the cathedral, a few minutes from each.
Do Zamora's Romanesque churches open every day?
Many open at specific hours that change with the season, and some only open for masses. Check before you go.