Protected by a medieval wall that still has its beautiful keep or Homage Tower in perfect conditions, Monasterio de Piedra is a unique site. A place where you can visit an authentic thirteenth century Cistercian Monastery where history fills every corner, as well as an amazing nineteenth century Historic Garden Park full of charming waterfalls and extraordinary flora.
To spend an entire day (or perhaps several), its location in one of the most beautiful areas of Aragon and its complete tourist infrastructure, with a fantastic Hotel & Spa, restaurants like “Reyes de Aragón” or “Piedra Vieja”, and a very interesting gift shop, make of the Monasterio de Piedra the best place to escape and just enjoy and relax with family, friends, or even alone… Discovering its magic is specially surprising when you walk around the Historic Garden Park.
The amazing richness present in Monasterio de Piedra, both in terms of history and of nature, make of it a unique place in Europe. OPEN ALL YEAR LONG.
In 1195 King Alfonso II ratifies his donation of Piedra’s domains to the Cistercian monks of Poblet, giving them complete control and jurisdiction over its territories. Photo: Letter of privilege of the foundation of the Monasterio de Piedra granted by Alfonso II in 1195. Today kept in the National Historical Archive (Madrid).
Works on the Monastery’s buildings were advanced enough as to be occupied by the monks, so on December 16th, the Transfer Ceremony of the whole community from Piedra Vieja to Piedra Nueva takes place.
Photo: Relic of the Holy Doubt, today kept in the church of Cimballa.
Photo: Cover of the Chapel of San Inocencio
Juan Federico Muntadas transformed the old Cistercian Monastery into a hotel. He also discovered and made possible the amazing visit of the Iris cave from the inside.
Federico Muntadas created the first fish farm in Spain, naturalizing the common trout and the crab known as “ibérico”, in the waters of the Piedra river.
Monasterio de Piedra, S.A. is settled to develop tourist, agricultural and other kind of activities, in the place known as Monasterio de Piedra. 100% of its partners today are still descendants of Pablo Muntadas. Photo: Depository receipt of the shares of the Company. Num. 1 to 50.
Monasterio de Piedra is officially declared Asset of Cultural Interest (Bien de Interés Cultural), in the category of Monument. This way, the Department of Education, Culture and Sports of the Government of Aragon, completes the 1983 declaration of the Monastery as a National Historic Artistic Monument and defines its protection area including the building and the area within the wall.
Acknowledging its important role in the development and awareness of tourism in Aragon, Monasterio de Piedra is awarded with the Tourist Merit Medal by the Government of Aragon.
Commemoration of the 800th anniversary of the Translation Ceremony, when the Cistercian monks moved to the new buildings within the walls. Throughout the year, several institutional events take place such as exhibitions, a commemorative visual guide, and the first International Congress “Monasterio de Piedra, a legacy of 800 years. History, Art, Nature and Garden“.
Los días 1 y 2 de Junio se cortará el puente y túnel de acceso dirección Nuévalos y Monasterio de Piedra por obras.
Todos los desplazamientos deberán realizarse por la carretera de Calatayud.