The Department of Culture has allocated €600,000 for conservation works on the roof of the Sant Climent de Taüll church, which will be managed by the World Heritage Consortium of the Vall de Boí. The intervention is expected to last approximately six months and will result in the temporary closure of the monument to the public starting from 30 November.
To provide details about the project, the Vall de Boí consortium will hold an informational session for local residents on 10 November at 5 PM in the social hall of Taüll.
The primary goal of the intervention is to ensure the preservation of the roof and address identified deficiencies in the structure. The works will improve waterproofing and reinforce the wooden elements of the historic structure, thereby contributing to the preservation of both the building and the valuable items it houses.
This initiative follows previous studies conducted in 2025 on the wooden elements of the roof. These studies included an assessment of the conservation status of the structure and sampling for dendrochronological analysis. This technique, which examines tree growth rings, aids in dating materials and deepening the understanding of the various construction phases of the monument.
The findings from these studies will enhance scientific knowledge about Sant Climent de Taüll and provide relevant information for future conservation efforts.
During the construction period, Sant Climent de Taüll will be closed to the public; however, the other churches in the UNESCO-listed Romanesque ensemble of the Vall de Boí will remain open for visits. These include Santa Maria de Taüll, Sant Joan de Boí, Santa Eulàlia d’Erill la Vall, Sant Feliu de Barruera, and the Natividad de Durro. The Centre of Romanesque Art in the Vall de Boí will also continue to welcome visitors, featuring the immersive experience 'The Eyes of History'. For more information on opening hours and services, visit www.centreromanic.com.
