Ermita de la Sangre
A Baroque hermitage from the early 17th century, tied to the Brotherhood of the Most Pure Blood, already established here by 1607. It has a single nave on a Latin-cross plan with a barrel vault, dome frescoes showing scenes from the Passion of Christ, and a façade topped by a bell gable.
The Ermita de la Sangre sits in Sagunto's old town, just steps from the Plaza Mayor, easy to miss unless you know it's there. Built in the early 17th century, this small chapel has been linked from its origins to the historic Brotherhood of the Most Holy Blood (Cofradía de la Purísima Sangre), which was already meeting here in 1607.
History
The chapel grew out of the devotion of the Brotherhood of the Most Holy Blood, one of the town's most long-standing confraternities, documented at this site since the early 17th century. Its construction reflects the spirit of the age: Passion brotherhoods raised their own places of worship as part of the town's religious and festive life.
What to see
The interior, a single nave laid out on a Latin-cross plan with a barrel vault, feels surprisingly intimate. The highlights are the dome frescoes, showing scenes from the Passion of Christ, and the façade, topped by a characteristic bell gable (espadaña).
- Look up at the dome and its fresco paintings.
- Notice the bell gable topping the façade.
- Take in the restrained beauty of the Latin-cross nave.
Visiting tips
It's in the historic core, so pair it with a walk up to the castle and the old Jewish quarter. Opening times depend on worship and the brotherhoods, so it's worth checking before you go.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ermita de la Sangre in Sagunto free?
Yes, entry is free.
What is there to see at the Ermita de la Sangre?
A Baroque chapel from the early 17th century with a single nave on a Latin-cross plan and a barrel vault, notable for the frescoes on its dome depicting scenes of the Passion of Christ and its facade topped by a bell gable.
Where is the Ermita de la Sangre?
It is in the heart of Sagunto's old town, just steps from the Plaza Mayor.
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