Nuévalos

02Geography

Nuévalos is located near the Tranquera reservoir at an elevation of 724 meters, where the Piedra and Ortiz rivers converge. The municipality covers an area of 41.84 km² and is accessible via the A-202 and A-2503 roads, linking it to nearby towns. The region experiences an average annual temperature of 12.3 °C and receives about 450 mm of precipitation each year.

Average annual temperature

12.3 °C

Annual precipitation

450 mm

Patron saint

San Fabián and San Sebastián

Festival dates

January 20-21 and last week of August

03History

The history of Nuévalos is marked by its connection to the Order of the Holy Sepulchre since 1156, when it was granted lordship. The town's castle withstood sieges during the Wars of the Two Pedros, showcasing its strategic importance. Over the centuries, the population fluctuated, peaking in the 19th century before declining due to the construction of the Tranquera reservoir.

• 1156 Lordship granted to the Order of the Holy Sepulchre.
• 1228 Construction of the church, donated by Bishop García Frontín I.
• 1362 Castle resisted siege by Pedro I of Castile.
• 1857 Population recorded at 779.
• 1959 Construction of Tranquera reservoir led to significant population decline.

Explore Nuévalos, a historic municipality in Zaragoza, known for its Monasterio de Piedra and natural landscapes.

04Cultural Heritage

Nuévalos is home to several notable structures, including the Monasterio de Piedra, a prime example of Cistercian architecture, and the church of San Julián, which features elements from the 18th century. The ruins of the castle and various hermitages reflect the town's rich architectural history.

• Monasterio de Piedra Cistercian monastery established in the 12th century.
• Church of San Julián Expanded in the 18th century, built on earlier foundations.
• Castle ruins Includes a 14th-century keep and a 17th-century commander’s palace.
• Hermitages Includes Cristo del Valle and Nuestra Señora de los Alvares.
• Salinas de Nuévalos Historical saltworks restored and preserved.