San Benitiño de Lérez
Monasterio de San Benito de LérezLérez (San Salvador)36156 PontevedraPontevedra
San Benitiño (Saint Benedict) is said to have performed many miracles and is one of the most venerated saints in Galicia, where the devotion to him dates back to the late Middle Ages and was propagated through the Cistercian Order. He is well-known for his ability to treat skin conditions like warts or goitre.
The Monastery of San Salvador de Lérez receives millions of visitors every 21 March and 11 July, who arrive to this festival that combines food, popular tradition and faith in miracles. It has been a Festival of Tourist Interest since 1998.
The Monastery of San Salvador de Lérez receives millions of visitors every 21 March and 11 July, who arrive to this festival that combines food, popular tradition and faith in miracles. It has been a Festival of Tourist Interest since 1998.
Services
- Baños públicos: Sí
Activities
- Actividad: para familias
Features
Trivia There are two important rituals associated with the festival: touching the oil lamp next to the saint and walking under the altar.Itineraries and main events during its celebration After the religious services and the procession to the church, families and friends eat together to the sound of bagpipes and folklore bands. This meal usually takes place on the other side of the Lérez River, next to the monastery.
- Descripción del entorno: Rural
- Responsible body: Council of Pontevedra
- Declaration of tourist interest: Galician
Access
- Accesos a pie: Sí
- ¿Existe transporte público para acceder al recurso?: Sí
- Accesos para vehículos privados: Sí