Church of Nuestra Señora de la Purificación (Gazólaz)

Nestled in the small village of Gazólaz, just a few kilometers west of Pamplona, the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Purificación is a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture. Built in the 12th century, this stone church features a beautiful semicircular apse adorned with intricate corbels and a simple yet elegant interior. The church is surrounded by a peaceful rural landscape, with views of the Pyrenees in the distance. Inside, visitors can admire the original barrel-vaulted nave and a 13th-century polychrome wooden crucifix. The church is often locked, but the key can be obtained from the nearby village house. It's a perfect stop for those exploring the Romanesque churches of Navarre.

Don't miss

• The beautifully carved apse with corbels depicting human and animal figures
• The 13th-century polychrome wooden crucifix
• The serene rural setting with views of the Pyrenees
• The original Romanesque barrel-vaulted nave
• The peaceful village of Gazólaz itself

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Church of Nuestra Señora de la Purificación (Gazólaz)

Cheapest way inGuided tour of the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba in Spanish4.9★ · 212 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$14 per personSee dates →Best full daySan Sebastián Day Trip from Bilbao: Loyola Sanctuary & Getaria4.7★ · 91 travelers~9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$87 per personSee dates →Private & flexiblePrivate tour of Pamplona with lunch in Tolosa5★ · 18 travelers6–9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$209 per personSee dates →