Monasterio de Leyre, Yesa

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A gorgeous monastery that overlooks a blue-green lake, Monasterio de Leyre offers an unforgettable tour of religion and history. The architecture itself is a marvel. Check out the 11th-century crypt, as well as the Romanesque portico from the 12th century. You can even immerse yourself in the daily life in this monastery. Listen to the Gregorian chants and meditations of the monks. Guides typically speak Spanish, but you can request English brochures at the entrance. Make Monasterio de Leyre part of your personalized Yesa itinerary using our Yesa tour itinerary planning website.

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By oldca

We visited for 6 nights as a classic car club arranged tour (Lagonda Club). As a base for touring the wonderful scenery of the Pyrenees it could hardly be bettered- charismatic and very comfortable...

We visited for 6 nights as a classic car club arranged tour (Lagonda Club). As a base for touring the wonderful scenery of the Pyrenees it could hardly be bettered- charismatic and very comfortable... more »
By jaimeelsabio

For the 3.5€ entrance fee, one gets to enter the church and crypt. The church interior is nothing special other than having a large wooden case holding the remains the Navarra’s first kings and...

For the 3.5€ entrance fee, one gets to enter the church and crypt. The church interior is nothing special other than having a large wooden case holding the remains the Navarra’s first kings and... more »
By LaJarrie

Make sure you download the app for the phone which acts as a guidebook for the parts of the monastery that one is able to visit. Details- and key to gain access, from the shop/welcome centre...

Make sure you download the app for the phone which acts as a guidebook for the parts of the monastery that one is able to visit. Details- and key to gain access, from the shop/welcome centre... more »

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By Daniel Holly

Really enjoyable space. The buildings won't take long to explore but are great, but the views are stunning, there is a small cafe and ample room to soak up the atmosphere. Recommended for a detour or short excursion from Pamplona.

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By Humphrey Carter

This is a remarkable place... Charming, attentive, kind and helpful staff ... It’s a beautiful, historic place ... The accommodation is clean, comfortable, Simple and very affordable ... The restaurant is extraordinary ... I don’t understand how they can provide a delicious 3 course meal with a bottle of good wine and a bottle of sparkling water for under €25 The monks singing in the gloriously restored simple serene church was very moving I am so very glad and grateful that I stayed here

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By Philippe Grimm

Very quiet place with a old chuch of 900 century. Can be a good place for picnic. Restaurant also available for a 25€ menu. Nice road as well + view on the lake

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By Leo De Leon

Beautiful setting. Great dinner. Wonderful audio guided tour of the monastery, church and grounds. Disappointing breakfast.

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By A Fattoruso

Exceptional Romanesque and Gothic church and monastery. Quite good food in their restaurant.

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