Reg.Nr. HA-2003/SP/45

The Cistercian Monastery of Nuestra Señora de Rueda, Sástago

The restoration of a Cisterician monastery of Gothic style from the 13th century with enlargements from the 16th and 17th centuries, and opening it to the public for cultural tourism. Despite its very poor shape, it is one of the most complete monasteries in Europe (poor ...
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Project details

Title:The Cistercian Monastery of Nuestra Señora de Rueda, Sástago
Entr. year: 2003
Result:Diploma
Country: Spain
Town: Sástago, Zaragoza (Aragón)
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Religious building/memorial
Former use:Monastery
Actual use:Monastery
Built: 13th-17th century
The Jury's citation: For the significant and most respectful restoration of one of the finest examples of cistercian monastic architecture, which brought this badly damaged monument back to life
GPS:41°17'49.4"N 0°18'50.0"W
Web, Links:

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Description:
The restoration of a Cisterician monastery of Gothic style from the 13th century with enlargements from the 16th and 17th centuries, and opening it to the public for cultural tourism. Despite its very poor shape, it is one of the most complete monasteries in Europe (poor maintenance meant no damaging new interventions). The stone and roof structures were restored, as were the medieval hydraulic infrastructures. The gardens and open spaces were also renewed. Archaeological searches were carried out throughout prior to restoration actions.