Iglesia de San Esteban

About

Iglesia de San Esteban is one of Segovia’s most striking Romanesque landmarks, instantly recognisable for its soaring bell tower, the tallest of its kind in the city. Built between the twelfth and thirteenth centuries, the church combines elegant proportions with the characteristic warmth of Castilian stone. Its exterior is defined by a beautiful arcaded gallery that wraps around the building, creating a rhythmic play of arches and shadows typical of Segovia’s Romanesque style. Inside, the atmosphere is serene, with a simple nave, sculpted capitals, and traces of medieval decoration that hint at its long spiritual history. The tower, visible from many points across the city, once served as both a symbol of faith and a watchful presence over the surrounding neighbourhood. San Esteban remains a powerful testament to Segovia’s medieval artistry and architectural identity.

Segovia Spain

Location

The Iglesia de San Esteban is located in Segovia’s historic centre, on Plaza de San Esteban, just off Calle Real in the old town at Pl. San Esteban, 14, 40003 Segovia, Spain. It stands only a short walk from the Roman Aqueduct and Plaza del Azoguejo, not far from the Alcázar and the climb up to the city walls, and is easily reached from the main tourist route that connects Segovia’s major monuments. Nearby, the area is close to the Casa‑Museo de Antonio Machado, the Church of San Martín and Plaza de San Martín, the Torreón de Lozoya, the Jewish Quarter (Judería), and the Centro Didáctico de la Judería, with the Gothic Cathedral, Plaza Mayor, and the Teatro Juan Bravo all within a pleasant 10–15 minute walk along Segovia’s medieval streets.