Zaragoza · Aragón
Longares
- Province
- Zaragoza
- Status
- Conjunto Histórico
- Population
- 802
- Elevation
- 531 m
Longares is a heritage town in the province of Zaragoza, Aragón, Spain. It is designated a Conjunto Histórico (Spain's national heritage designation for historic ensembles). Population 802 (2025), elevation 531m.
Longares, in Zaragoza province, is defined by a hall church of three equal-height naves and a Mudéjar tower that predates it, rising together as a quiet landmark of Aragonese brick craftsmanship.
Key facts
- Province
- Zaragoza
- Heritage status
- Conjunto Histórico
- Population
- 802 (2025)
- Elevation
- 531 m
Heritage & Monuments
The dominant monument in Longares is the church of Santa Teresa, a hall church whose construction stretched from 1526 to 1664. It is built mostly in brick, left exposed on the outside and plastered within. Three naves of equal height but different widths create a broad, open interior, and all three are covered with stellar ribbed vaults. The east end is triple and straight, following the same vaulting scheme as the rest of the building. A raised choir sits at the west end.
The exterior is plain for the most part, relieved by a upper-level arcade of doubled semicircular arches running along the façade, and by two doorways flanking the tower and opening into the side naves.
The tower itself predates the church and is square in plan. Inside, six rooms are stacked one above the other, each connected to the next through an opening in the corner of its pointed barrel vault. Outside, the tower reads as three bodies topped by a terrace. Mudéjar decoration concentrates in the belfry stage, where patterns of projecting brick are combined with ceramic tiles. The building is in generally good condition.
Where to stay in Longares
Hotels, guesthouses and holiday rentals in and around Longares, with live prices.
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Where to eat in Longares
Ratings & restaurant data from Google.
Regional food & drink
Aragón is known for Ternasco, Migas and Jamón de Teruel, among 5 regional specialities.
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Fiestas in Longares
Dates recur annually but can shift by a few days. Confirm with the ayuntamiento before planning a trip around one.
- San Sebastián20 January
- Santa Espina10 May
- Virgen de la Puerta8 September
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Location
Quick answers
Is Longares worth visiting?▾
Longares, in Zaragoza province, is defined by a hall church of three equal-height naves and a Mudéjar tower that predates it, rising together as a quiet landmark of Aragonese brick craftsmanship.
Why is Longares a heritage town?▾
Longares is officially designated a Conjunto Histórico, Spain's national heritage designation for historic ensembles.
What is the traditional food in Aragón?▾
Aragón is known for Ternasco, Migas, Jamón de Teruel and Melocotón de Calanda. You'll find these regional specialities in and around Longares.
How big is Longares?▾
Longares has a population of about 802 (2025), and sits at 531 m above sea level.
What is there to see in Longares?▾
The dominant monument in Longares is the church of Santa Teresa, a hall church whose construction stretched from 1526 to 1664. It is built mostly in brick, left exposed on the outside and plastered within.
When are the fiestas in Longares?▾
Longares celebrates San Sebastián (20 January), Santa Espina (10 May) and Virgen de la Puerta (8 September). Dates recur annually but can shift by a few days.
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Visiting from a nearby city?
Longares makes a great day trip from:
Last updated 23 July 2026.