La Sobarriba: Land of deep roots and infinite horizons.
The concejo banners, or pendones concejiles, are large flags that have historically represented the villages and towns of the province of León, including the region of La Sobarriba. These banners, typically composed of a tall wooden pole ranging from 3 to 14 meters in height and a silk or damask cloth adorned with vertical stripes in various colors, serve as powerful symbols of community identity and local pride.
The concejo banners, or pendones concejiles, are large flags that have historically represented the villages and towns of the province of León, including the region of La Sobarriba. These banners, typically composed of a tall wooden pole ranging from 3 to 14 meters in height and a silk or damask cloth adorned with vertical stripes in various colors, serve as powerful symbols of community identity and local pride.
In La Sobarriba, the tradition of pendones has endured for centuries. A notable example is found in Navafría, where a banner dating to around 1680 is preserved as a treasured piece of the village’s heritage.
Pendones are frequently displayed during festivals and pilgrimages, such as the San Froilán celebrations in the city of León, where the banners process through the streets, adding both color and solemnity to the event. In the 2024 edition, the parade reached a record number of participants, with nearly four hundred pendones and small pendonetas taking part.
The Cultural Association Pendones del Reino de León has played a vital role in recovering, cataloguing, and promoting these traditional flags since 2004. Thanks to their efforts, pendones have been declared an Asset of Intangible Cultural Interest (Bien de Interés Cultural de carácter inmaterial), ensuring their preservation as an essential part of Leonese cultural heritage.
In La Sobarriba, the tradition of pendones has endured for centuries. A notable example is found in Navafría, where a banner dating to around 1680 is preserved as a treasured piece of the village’s heritage.
Pendones are frequently displayed during festivals and pilgrimages, such as the San Froilán celebrations in the city of León, where the banners process through the streets, adding both color and solemnity to the event. In the 2024 edition, the parade reached a record number of participants, with nearly four hundred pendones and small pendonetas taking part.
The Cultural Association Pendones del Reino de León has played a vital role in recovering, cataloguing, and promoting these traditional flags since 2004. Thanks to their efforts, pendones have been declared an Asset of Intangible Cultural Interest (Bien de Interés Cultural de carácter inmaterial), ensuring their preservation as an essential part of Leonese cultural heritage.
Discover Sobrarriba through an unforgettable journey through its heritage, culture and landscapes. The Sobrarriba Cultural Route offers guided tours and detailed explanations at various points of interest, combining history, architecture, traditions and nature in a unique experience.
Each route is designed to suit different types of travellers: from walkers and cyclists to those who prefer horse riding or even hot air ballooning. Join us on a journey through time and delve into the secrets of a land that has witnessed centuries of history.
Discover Sobrarriba through an unforgettable journey through its heritage, culture and landscapes. The Sobrarriba Cultural Route offers guided tours and detailed explanations at various points of interest, combining history, architecture, traditions and nature in a unique experience.
Each route is designed to suit different types of travellers: from walkers and cyclists to those who prefer horse riding or even hot air ballooning. Join us on a journey through time and delve into the secrets of a land that has witnessed centuries of history.
