San Agustín Convent
A trip to the monastic past by Pontedeume
Founded in 1606, the Convent of San Agustín is a symbol of religious architecture of the seventeenth century and a testimony of the influence of the Augustinian order in Pontedeume.
Its design, of Baroque Gallego, reflects the sobriety and elegance of the time, with a structure that combines monastic functionality and ornamental details of great artistic value.
This imposing building is organized around a central cloister, evoking the life of recollection of the monks that inhabited it. Its only ship and its side chapels create a harmonious space, where spirituality and history are intertwined in every corner. The facade, with its characteristic ornamentation, is a reflection of sacred art of the time and an invitation to discover its legacy.
History, art and spirituality
Walk through its quiet rooms and admire the artistic details that reflect the devotion and history of the Augustinian order.
Located near the Alameda de Pontedeume, the convent has an informative panel in its vicinity, which allows visitors to know their history and importance within local heritage.
Enjoy the tranquility of this old monastic enclave and flow with the story on a route that connects the past with the present in one of the most evocative corners of the Eume region.
Cultural wealth
This emblematic building, of impressive baroque architecture, is a symbol of the cultural heritage of the region.
The legacy of the order
Walk through its quiet rooms and admire the artistic details that remember the history of the Augustinian order.
Sculptures in the Alameda
Among the sculptures of a bear and a wild boar, a symbol of the Andrade family, is the figure of King Alfonso X, founder of the town of Pontedeume.
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