Uña de Quintana

02Geography

Uña de Quintana is situated at an elevation of 782 meters and is primarily flat, bordered by various natural features. The area is watered by the Regato River, which flows from Justel and merges into the Tera River. The municipality is surrounded by several mountains and hills, including El Monte and Pico El Cuerno, which reaches a height of 800 meters.

03History

The history of Uña de Quintana is marked by its early settlement, although archaeological evidence is scarce. Following its reconquest by León's kings, it became part of a repopulation effort. Initially part of León province, it transitioned to Zamora in 1833 and has remained within the judicial district of Benavente.

• First mention as Uña de Quintana del Marco 1753
• Population in mid-19th century 466 inhabitants
• Joined Castile and León 1983

Uña de Quintana, a municipality in Zamora, is known for its fertile lands and historical church dedicated to San Justo and Pastor.

04Cultural Heritage and Festivals

Uña de Quintana is home to the church dedicated to San Justo and Pastor, which dates back to the 15th century and features a Renaissance-style façade. The village also celebrates various festivals, particularly in August, honoring its patron saints with religious and cultural events.

• Main festival First week of August, in honor of San Justo and Pastor
• San Isidro celebration May 15, includes a procession for crop blessings
• Corpus celebration Ten days after the official date
• Virgen del Carmen July 16, includes a procession with flowers
• Virgen del Rosario First Sunday of October, includes a procession