Information about La Calzada de Béjar
This small village, grouped around its church, as is traditional in villages of this size, is located in the region of the Sierra de Béjer and belongs to the province of Salamanca. It presents a combined landscape of mountains and meadows in the context of a village full of low houses with flowery balconies. An idyllic setting, a fairytale location for relaxation and strolling.
What to see and do in La Calzada de Béjar
The Roman Fort
Located in the vicinity of the Roman road that dominates the entire road and its surroundings, is this ancient fortified enclosure. It dates back to the time of the Lower Roman Empire, specifically was built between the 3rd and 4th centuries AD. C. Its function was basically to control all the domains and also to control the passage of trade, troops and all the maneuvers of conquest that were exercised at this time. An interesting legacy to visit in La Calzada de Béjar.
The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption
This temple is a building of great proportions that brings together different architectural styles such as Mudejar, Baroque, Romanesque and Gothic. Its interior is formed by the presence of three naves with large semicircular arches. In the central part is the main altar, in Mudejar style and with an altarpiece depicting the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. On the sides there are several altars in honour of the Sacred Hearts, Saint Anne and the Christ of Mercy. The one dedicated to the Martyrs of the 16th century stands out especially. An interesting historical and architectural display.
The viewpoint of the Station
To contemplate La Calzada de Béjar in its fullness there is no better option than to go to the viewpoint of La Estación. It is located in the highest part of the train station of Baños, from which you can see idyllic views of the village and also of the Baños reservoir. You can also drink some water from the prodigious fountain that is in the same location.
The Spa building
Very close to La Calzada de Béjar there is an interesting building that deserves a small detour on the way. It has been catalogued as an Asset of Cultural Interest and was built in the 19th century over an old thermal spring. This spa is housed in two main buildings, the first of which is now a hotel, while the second houses marble pieces and bathtubs from Roman times that are still in use today. The thermal waters of the two spas provide spas, circuits and other health and beauty treatments so you can also relax peacefully while admiring this legacy.
Gastronomy
In the gastronomic tradition of La Calzada de Béjar the classic recipes stand out and can be tasted in any bar or restaurant nearby. These can be scrambled potatoes, cod Bejarana style, suckling lamb Bejar style, lamb shoulder Bejarana style, hornazo and the salads known as El Zorongollo. The village has excellent quality lemons and as a dessert, the lemons will never disappoint. Béjar’s béjar bones.
The parties
The patron saint festivities of La Calzada de Béjar are the August 31, they celebrate the San Ramón Nonato festival and it can be very interesting to go to them if you are in the place at this time, to enjoy a moment of leisure and get closer to their culture. The other feast of the town is celebrated on September 14th, it is the feast of Christ. On this eve in the afternoon there is an offertory and, at nightfall, the villagers walk the Christ in procession offering songs to the houses that ask for it.
