Feá Cross
About this heritage
The Feá Cross is an emblematic element of Galician heritage, located at a crossroads in the town. It stands on two square-section steps, and its base is cubic with a molded upper part. The shaft or column begins with a square section at its lower part and transforms into a cylindrical shape as it rises. The capital has the shape of an inverted truncated pyramid, decorated with moldings. The ensemble culminates with a Latin-type cross, on which the image of Christ crucified can be seen beneath a plaque bearing the inscription INRI. This cross is located very close to the parish church of Feá, forming a historical and cultural ensemble of great interest.
To learn more
The Feá Cross is a very special stone monument located at a crossroads, right next to the church. It has two square steps at the base and then a slightly higher square section. The central shaft (called varal) starts square and then becomes round. Above it is a piece shaped like an inverted pyramid, and at the very top, a stone cross. On the cross, we can see the figure of Jesus crucified and a small plaque that says "INRI." It is an important place for the townspeople and is beautiful to visit.
To know it better
The Feá Cross is strategically located at a crossroads, constituting a significant heritage landmark. It rests on a stepped base of two quadrangular-section steps. The base, cubic in shape, features a molding on its upper part. The shaft begins with a quadrangular section transitioning to a cylindrical section, showing a characteristic formal transition. The capital, of inverted truncated pyramid typology, incorporates moldings that enrich its profile. The culmination of the ensemble is resolved with a Latin-type cross, representing the iconography of Christ crucified beneath its corresponding INRI plaque. The proximity of the cross to the parish church emphasizes its role in articulating the sacred and social space of the rural nucleus.
Location
- Locality
- Feá
- Municipality
- Toén
- Province
- Ourense
- Country
- Spain
The asset
- Eco-destination
- Río Miño – Ourense
- Environment
- Rural
How to get there
- Access
- By land
The visit
- Visitable
- Yes
Coordinates
- Latitud
- 42.33805
- Longitud
- -7.99878