With the Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol, Calzada de los Molinos has a distinctive historical landmark: the church stands at one end of the town center and dates from the 17th to 18th centuries. Its main altarpiece, however, dates from the 16th century. The history of milling offers another perspective, while the Villa de las Eras adds a different focus as a garden and nature attraction. Visitors planning a trip can distinguish between church architecture, local history, and the different areas of a family garden.

Garden areas and nature

The Villa de las Eras is a family garden in the province of Palencia, near the Camino de Santiago. Various areas and small ecosystems are open to visitors. The garden includes areas for visitors to explore, as well as retreats for native and distinctive plant and animal species. The combination of accessible garden areas and retreats gives the nature theme several facets.

In 2026, visits are possible from April 23 to November 15, Monday through Sunday, by prior reservation. If you are planning a trip for a later year, check the visiting period and reservation requirements again. This allows you to plan your garden visit around specific dates without applying the stated period to other years.

Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol

The church has three naves and is built of brick and ashlar stone. A three-nave layout means that the church interior is divided into three naves; together with the two building materials, this gives a clear idea of its layout and construction. Dating from the 17th to 18th centuries places the church in its historical context.

Surviving architectural and decorative details include round and pointed arches, Renaissance paintings on the wooden ceiling of the lower choir, and a Mudéjar vault in the main altarpiece area. The main altarpiece dates from the 16th century and features a depiction of Santiago Matamoros with a Moorish appearance and corresponding clothing. The different dates for the church and the main altarpiece place their construction and furnishings in a clear chronological relationship. Those interested in church architecture can take in the layout as well as the arches, vault, and imagery.

Milling history, festival, and orientation

The existence of several mills in the municipality has been known since long ago. A historical document records the sale of a mill in Calzada de los Molinos in 1389. This dated event gives the history of milling a specific point in time; it is a different kind of historical evidence from the church’s architectural and decorative features. Together, these topics offer different ways to explore the town’s history without limiting it to a single period.

The festivities of San Isidro take place on May 15. If you plan to travel specifically for this date, check the festival dates for your travel year. The road layout helps with orientation: the N-120 forms the northern boundary of the town center. This gives visitors both a recurring festival date and a clear landmark at the edge of town for planning their trip.

Discover more destinations: Villarmentero De Campos, Itero de la Vega, Dueñas, Quintanilla De Las Torres, Las Heras de la Peña, Monzón De Campos, Lomas, Vidrieros.

For the broader travel overview: Palencia.