Ermita Cristo de la Piedad

How to get there

Heritage cataloging: Religioso
Locality: Puerto de Béjar (Salamanca)
Path and stage:
  • Vía de la Plata desde Sevilla / Aldeanueva del Camino-La Calzada de Béjar
Address: plaza Ricardo Garcia nº7
Coordinates: 40.349982421524, -5.8390188217163
Distance to the nearest axis of the path: 0.6 km

Its original construction could be from the 16th or early 17th century, but it is not possible to know for sure, since in the 19th century it underwent a major renovation that completely changed it. Originally it had a square floor plan with a portico the same size as the temple, which was most likely flanked by columns. The 19th century renovation eliminated the portico, since the hermitage was expanded above it. The renovation also led to: the unification of the exterior sgraffito, the construction of a new doorway, and the interior decoration was done ex-anova, respecting the previous altarpiece placed in 1730, as stated on the entrance plaque. It is worth highlighting a carving of Christ crucified and the altarpiece, made with great skill.

 

Closing days

Closed: Does not close

Visits

Free: YES

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