Roncesvalles Collection

The Great Battle of Roncevalles
3780219 The Great Battle of Roncevalles; (add.info.: The Great Battle of Roncevalles - Charlemagnes nephew, Roland sounds his horn in battle against the Basques (legend transforms to the Saracens)

Death of Roland at Roncesvalles (engraving)
966032 Death of Roland at Roncesvalles (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of Roland at Roncesvalles)

The Black Princes march with his army through Roncesvalles (Roncevaux), a high mountain pass in the Pyrenees, in Northern Spain near the border with France

Roland at Roncesvalles (engraving)
665417 Roland at Roncesvalles (engraving) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roland at Roncesvalles)

Battle in the Pass of Ronceveaux on 15 August, 778, c. 1890 (engraving)
DGC437467 Battle in the Pass of Ronceveaux on 15 August, 778, c.1890 (engraving) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Battle of Roncevaux, from The History of Charlemagne (tapestry)
MAE176176 The Battle of Roncevaux, from The History of Charlemagne (tapestry) by Flemish School; Musee de la Tapisserie, Tournai

The Black Princes March through Roncesvalles, 1356 (engraving)
671020 The Black Princes March through Roncesvalles, 1356 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Black Princes March through Roncesvalles, 1356)

The death of Roland at Roncesvalles (engraving)
653989 The death of Roland at Roncesvalles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Roland at Roncesvalles)

The Battle of Roncevaux Pass, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
The Battle of Roncevaux Pass, 1882. Private Collection

Roncesvalles (Roncevaux) battle monument, Roncevaux, Navarre, Spain, Europe

Charlemagnes Chess set from the 14th century. Museum at Ron
Charlemagnes Chess set from the 14th century. Stamps of Montpellier. Museum at Roncesvalles. Navarre. Spain

SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A. D. The death of Roland, the nephew of Charlemagne and the
SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A.D. The death of Roland, the nephew of Charlemagne and the most celebrated of the emperors twelve paladins, at the Battle of Roncesvalles in the Pyrenees, 778 A.D

Spain, Navarra, Route of Santiago de Compostela, Monastery church in Roncesvalles (Iglesia Colegiata de Santa Maria)
Spain - Navarra - Route of Santiago de Compostela (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1993) - Monastery Church in Roncesvalles (Iglesia Colegiata de Santa Maria)

Spain, Navarra, Route of Santiago de Compostela, Monastery church in Roncesvalles (Iglesia Colegiata de Santa Maria)
Spain - Navarra - Route of Santiago de Compostela (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1993) - Monastery Church in Roncesvalles (Iglesia Colegiata de Santa Maria), portico

Pyreneean mountain ridges near Roncesvalles in late autumn, on the border of France and Spain, Europe

Battle of Roncesvalles (778). Picture from The
" Battle of Roncesvalles (778). Picture from " The "

SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A. D. The death of Roland, the nephew of Charlemagne and the most celebrated of the emperors twelve
SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A.D. The death of Roland, the nephew of Charlemagne and the most celebrated of the emperors twelve paladins, in the pass at Roncesvalles in the Pyrenees, 778 A.D

RONCESVALLES, 778. Roland bearing the standard of the French forces of Charlemagne against the Gascons in the pass at Roncesvalles in the Pyrenees, 778 A.D. the basis of the epic Chanson de Roland

SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A. D. Roland, Charlemagnes nephew and the favorite of his twelve paladins
SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A.D. Roland, Charlemagnes nephew and the favorite of his twelve paladins, attacked with other Frankish forces (right) at Roncesvalles in the Pyrenees in 778 A.D

SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A. D. The death of Roland (in gold armor), the nephew of Charlemagne
SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A.D. The death of Roland (in gold armor), the nephew of Charlemagne and the most celebrated of the emperors twelve paladins, at the Battle of Roncesvalles in the Pyrenees

Charlemagne Roncesvalles
The Franks under Charlemagne retreating from Spain meet a Basque/Gascon force at Roncesvalles in the Pyrenees : his rearguard is annihilated, including the paladin Roland

Roland at Roncesvalles
Roland holding the pass of Roncesvalles where he was slain (during Charlemagnes wars against the Sarcens in Spain). He is shown with his horn & sword named Durandal

Roncesvalles (Roncevaux) battle monument, Roncevaux, Navarre, Spain, Europe

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Roncesvalles, a place steeped in history and legends. Step into the museum and marvel at Charlemagne's Chess set from the 14th century, a testament to the strategic mind of this great emperor. Engravings depict the tragic Death of Roland at Roncesvalles, immortalizing his bravery on that fateful day. The Black Prince's march with his army through Roncesvalles echoes through time, reminding us of the power struggles that once took place here. Intricate tapestries tell stories of battles fought in the Pass of Ronceveaux on August 15, 778. These vivid depictions transport us back to an era filled with valor and conflict. A monument stands proudly as a tribute to those who lost their lives in this historic Battle of Roncevaux. But Roncesvalles is not just about war; it holds spiritual significance too. As part of the Route of Santiago de Compostela, pilgrims pass by Monastery church where King Sancho VII rests eternally in his tomb. This sacred site serves as a reminder that even amidst turmoil, faith can provide solace. The Song of Roland resounds within these walls since its creation in 778 AD when Roland met his untimely demise. His story continues to captivate hearts across generations. Roncesvalles is more than just a location; it is a treasure trove brimming with tales waiting to be discovered by those who seek them out.