Located on Os Cabildos Street, to the west of the Church of San Francisco, on the site formerly occupied by its cloister, these schools were built in 1917 by the García Naveira brothers, following a project by the architect Rafael González Villar. Once again, historical references give the building its distinctive character. The bicoloured arches recall Islamic art, the decorative elements are characteristic of Galician Baroque, and, of course, the combination of materials (brick, cement and tiles) reflects modernist ideas. Today, they are also known as the “San Francisco Schools”.
García Naveira Brothers
The social, cultural and urban legacy of the García Naveira Brothers, key figures in Betanzos’ modern transformation.
Jesús García Naveira School
Os Cabildos or San Francisco Schools, built in 1917, a unique example of modernist architecture with Islamic and Baroque references.
García Naveira Brothers’ House
French-influenced building built in 1890 as the home and business of Juan García Naveira, notable for its use of marble and commemorative plaque.
Jesús García Naveira School
Os Cabildos or San Francisco Schools, built in 1917, a unique example of modernist architecture with Islamic and Baroque references.
García Naveira Schools
Schools built in 1908 by the García Naveira brothers, eclectic in style, with innovative educational methods and now housing social services.
García Naveira Brothers Statue
Free Public Washhouse
Public washhouse inaugurated in 1902 by the García Naveira brothers, with two levels and capacity for more than twenty washerwomen according to the tides.
Casa del Pueblo (People’s House)
Building promoted in 1917 thanks to the legacy of Jesús García Naveira for the Federation of Workers’ Societies of Betanzos.
Betanzos Hospitalarias Foundation
A unique destination offering specialized residential and day services for adults with severe and intellectual disabilities.
Manuel Naveira Asylum
Charitable building from 1914, promoted by Manuel Naveira González, eclectic in style and now converted into a hotel.
Pasatiempo Park
Historic garden created by Juan García Naveira in the late 19th century, famous for its grottoes, sculptures and social and cultural symbolism.
García Hermanos Residence
Retirement home
Four Seasons Fountain
Monumental fountain inspired by the Louvois fountain in Paris, decorated with female figures representing the four seasons.
Statue of Charity
Contemporary sculpture “Charity”, a reinterpretation of Roman Charity, symbolising solidarity and the philanthropic legacy of the García Naveira brothers.