It is also a homildous example of the rural Romanesque style of the region.
The Romanesque structure still exists. It has a very homildo-like semicircular apse.
Very modified, it preserves a historical door in the north wall.
This Romanesque temple, with an earlier Visigothic structure, can be dated to around the year 1170. It is in a relatively good state of preservation.
It has a sober Cistercian decoration in the semicircular apse, a Romanesque side door and a modern façade.
“Thanks to its remarkable isolation, Santo Estevo de Lousadela has remained practically unchanged since the 12th century. It is well worth stopping to admire the corbels that support the cornices and, of course, to enjoy its interior if we have the chance.”
The only thing that remains from the Romanesque is the front of the south wall, which is an example of the simplest rural style.
Completely renovated, the Romanesque structure of the door on the north wall was preserved.
Completely renovated, the Romanesque structure of the door on the north wall was preserved.
(12th century). Founded as a hospital and refuge for pilgrims, by two Italian friars. Today it is governed by the Order of Mercy. One of the most representative monuments of Sarria.








