Modern and Green León
From the Renaissance of San Marcos to the cutting-edge architecture of MUSAC and the Auditorium, with a stroll along the Bernesga river.
Route map
Route stops
- 1San Marcos Convent
The Convento de San Marcos stands as a masterpiece of Spanish Renaissance architecture, its ornate plateresque façade stretching over 100 metres across León's skyline. Originally founded as a pilgrims' hospital and the headquarters of the Order of Santiago, this remarkable building now houses the Museo de León, showcasing the region's rich heritage. The site also accommodates a five-star Parador Nacional, allowing visitors to experience the grandeur of this historic monument firsthand.
- 2Bridge of San Marcos
Medieval bridge over the Bernesga next to the Parador; the Camino de Santiago leaves the city across it.
- 3León City Auditorium
Mansilla + Tuñón building (2002), National Architecture Prize, next to San Marcos.
- 4MUSAC - Museum of Contemporary Art of Castilla y León
MUSAC is a contemporary art museum in León housing over 1,650 works by nearly 400 artists. The building itself is remarkable, winning the Mies van der Rohe Prize in 2007. Its distinctive façade comprises 3,351 panes of coloured glass in 37 different hues, inspired by the cathedral's stained-glass windows. What to see here ranges from installations to paintings spanning contemporary movements across multiple gallery spaces.
- 5Quevedo Park
Parque de Quevedo is a peaceful park in León, situated alongside the Convento de San Marcos and the Bernesga river. The grounds feature ornamental ponds, fountains and peacocks roaming freely, making it an ideal spot for families and leisurely walks. The park's tranquil setting offers a pleasant escape from the city centre.
