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Stone bridge over a river with a church in the background in Venialbo. Ángel Encinas Carazo, CC BY-SA 4.0

Venialbo

Castile and León

439Population
42.05 km²Area
698 mElevation
49153Postal code

Venialbo is a municipality located in the province of Zamora, within the autonomous community of Castile and León. It is characterized by its rich history, traditional festivities, and notable architecture, including a parish church with Romanesque origins.

02Geography

Venialbo is situated in the province of Zamora, with discussions regarding its classification as part of either the Tierra del Vino or the Alfoz de Toro. The municipality features a varied landscape, with an elevation of 698 meters above sea level.

Distance to Zamora
26 km

03History

The earliest documented mention of Venialbo dates back to April 14, 1126, when it was donated to the monastery of Santo Tomé de Zamora. Throughout the centuries, it has been involved in various disputes and changes in ownership, particularly between the local council and the Zamora bishopric.

Explore Venialbo, a historic municipality in Zamora, known for its traditions and notable architecture.

04Culture and Traditions

Venialbo is known for its vibrant traditions, including unique local festivities. The community celebrates various events throughout the year, reflecting its cultural heritage.

Stone fountain with two spouts in Venialbo, Zamora.
Stone public fountain with two spouts in Venialbo, Zamora.
Venialbo streets with tables on the sidewalk and street lamps.
Main street view of Venialbo with tables and street lamps on the sidewalk.
Venialbo · Data
Province
Zamora
Autonomous community
Castile and León
Population
439
Area
42.05 km²
Elevation
698 m
Postal code
49153
Website
http://www.venialbo.es/
Coordinates
41.3894, -5.5386

Photos

Church facade with arch in Venialbo, Zamora.
Facade of a church in Venialbo with a semi-circular arch and stone wall, surrounded by trees and grass.
Romanesque stone modules in the church of Venialbo.
Romanesque modules of the church in Venialbo, Zamora, with stone details and electrical cables.
Stone bridge and Venialbo sign over the river with nearby houses.
Stone bridge over the river in Venialbo with town sign and nearby houses.
Church with tower and bell tower in Venialbo, Zamora.
Venialbo church with its tower and bell tower, next to a large tree and cloudy sky.
Stone chapel with bell tower and trees in Venialbo.
Small stone chapel in Venialbo with a bell tower and tall trees around it.

Map

Nearby

Iglesia de San Clemente, El Pego (Zamora, España).
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