This visitor centre next to the church of Santa María de Valverde has excellent interpretative displays about rock-cut churches throughout the Ebro Valley. It's a great first stop for exploring the region, with photos, videos and maps that will get you inspired for your road trip down the valley.
Centro de Interpretación del Rupestre
Cantabria
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Iglesia Rupestre de Santa María de Valverde
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Dating back to the 10th century or earlier, Santa María de Valverde is the Ebro Valley's largest iglesia rupestre (rock-cut church). The church retains a…
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Monasterio de Santa María la Real
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Monasterio de San Andrés de Arroyo
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1. Iglesia Rupestre de Santa María de Valverde
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Dating back to the 10th century or earlier, Santa María de Valverde is the Ebro Valley's largest iglesia rupestre (rock-cut church). The church retains a…
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