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Mogrovejo
- Province
- Cantabria
- Declared
- 1985
- Status
- Conjunto Histórico
- Population
- 40
- Elevation
- 640 m
Mogrovejo is a heritage town in the province of Cantabria, Cantabria, Spain. It was designated a Conjunto Histórico (Spain's national heritage designation for historic ensembles) in 1985. Population 40 (2024), elevation 640m.
A protected historic ensemble in Cantabria, its stone manor houses, forged-iron balconies, and a medieval tower standing as quiet evidence of centuries of mountain life.
Key facts
- Province
- Cantabria
- Heritage status
- Conjunto Histórico (declared 1985)
- Population
- 40 (2024)
- Elevation
- 640 m
Heritage & Monuments
Mogrovejo is officially protected as a historic ensemble. The village holds a collection of stone manor houses built from cut ashlar and rubble masonry, many enclosed by high walls with monumental gateways and decorated with wrought-iron balconies. The parish church, dedicated to Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, contains a baroque altar, an old crucifix, and a Gothic-Flemish figure known as La Milagrosa.
The Casona de Vicente de Celis carries the Estrada coat of arms. There is also a medieval tower, the Torre de Mogrovejo, and the village's single surviving hórreo, the traditional raised granary of northern Spain.
Where to eat in Mogrovejo
Ratings & restaurant data from Google.
Regional food & drink
Cantabria is known for Cocido montañés, Sobao pasiego and Quesada pasiega, among 6 regional specialities.
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Location
Quick answers
Is Mogrovejo worth visiting?▾
A protected historic ensemble in Cantabria, its stone manor houses, forged-iron balconies, and a medieval tower standing as quiet evidence of centuries of mountain life.
Why is Mogrovejo a heritage town?▾
Mogrovejo is officially designated a Conjunto Histórico, declared in 1985 — Spain's national heritage designation for historic ensembles.
What is the traditional food in Cantabria?▾
Cantabria is known for Cocido montañés, Sobao pasiego, Quesada pasiega and Picón Bejes-Tresviso. You'll find these regional specialities in and around Mogrovejo.
Which heritage towns are near Mogrovejo?▾
Nearby heritage towns include Potes, Dobres, Tudanca and Colombres.
How big is Mogrovejo?▾
Mogrovejo has a population of about 40 (2024), and sits at 640 m above sea level.
What is there to see in Mogrovejo?▾
Mogrovejo is officially protected as a historic ensemble. The village holds a collection of stone manor houses built from cut ashlar and rubble masonry, many enclosed by high walls with monumental gateways and decorated with wrought-iron balconies.
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Visiting from a nearby city?
Mogrovejo makes a great day trip from:
Last updated 4 September 2026.