Sanctuary of Our Lady of Estíbaliz - Romanesque Interpretation Centre - Tourism in Vitoria-Gasteiz

The sanctuary is dedicated to Our Lady of Estíbaliz, the Patron Saint of Álava. Dating from the 12th century, it is a Romanesque structure with Early Gothic elements. Its Latin cross floor plan features a single nave and a chancel with three apses. On June 3rd, 1931, it was declared a Site of Cultural Interest. Next to the sanctuary, you can also visit the Álava Romanesque Interpretation Centre.

Must-sees

1. Romanesque temple. South Façade (decorated jambs, shafts of the carved columns)
2. Sculpture of the Patron Saint of Álava. 12th century
3. Romanesque baptismal font.
4. Festival in the fields on the 1st of May.
5. Romanesque Interpretation Centre.

Romanesque Interpretation Centre

• Opening times
  • Saturdays from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.
  • Sundays from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.
• www.elromanicoenalava.es
• Romanesque Interpretation Centre - brochure

Location

Villafranca 2, Vitoria-Gasteiz.

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Visits and further information

Guided tours every Saturday at 5:30 pm. Álava Medieval

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View latest comment (added 19/06/2025 11:04:42)  |  View content

• Error en la descripción del santuario:

  El santuario es de planta de cruz latina, con UNA ÚNICA nave , con cabecera "triconque" o formada por tres ábsides. (En la descripción consta como planta de tres naves y es erróneo, como puede aprecarse en el plano que adjunto).

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  Francesc A. Magarolas 28/05/2025 11:12:00

• Hemos corregido la información. Le agradecemos su participación en el buzón ciudadano.

  The City Council 19/06/2025 11:04:42