Villalazán

02Geography

Villalazán is situated near the Duero River, bordered to the north by the river itself, and surrounded by Madridanos to the south, Toro to the east, and Villaralbo to the west. This strategic location has influenced its development and connectivity.

03History

The archaeological site of Valcuevo, which includes Los Castros and El Alba, contains the earliest evidence of human settlement in Villalazán. This area has significant Roman remains, possibly linked to the ancient mansio of Ocelo Durii, and reflects the region's rich historical tapestry.

• Medieval Period Villalazán was integrated into the Kingdom of León and repopulated by its monarchs.
• 19th Century The municipality was part of the Partido del Vino in Zamora.
• 1833 Villalazán remained in Zamora province after the provincial restructuring.
• 1773 Described in Tomás López's map of Zamora province.

Villalazán is a small municipality in Zamora, known for its archaeological sites and the church of San Blas.

04Cultural Heritage

Villalazán features well-aligned streets and notable houses, having relocated to its current site due to historical flooding from the Duero River. The parish church, dedicated to San Blas, is architecturally distinctive and dates back to the 19th century.

• Church of San Blas Notable for its unique architecture and columns from the disbanded Jerónimos monastery.
• Valcuevo Archaeological Site Houses significant Roman remains and has been studied by prominent archaeologists.
• Cultural Week Held during the third week of August.
• Patron Saint Festival Celebrated on February 3 and 4 in honor of San Blas.