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Basilica of San Vicente, Ávila

4 Plaza de San Vicente, Ávila, Castilla y León

Description

The Basilica of San Vicente is a Romanesque church in the town of Ávila that was constructed over the course of the 12th to 15th centuries with sandstone reflecting orange and yellow hues. Highlights include the finely sculpted western portal, the cenotaph of the Holy Martyrs (Saints Vincent, Sabina and Cristeta), the chapel of the south apse, and the main altarpiece.

Access & Transport

The church is located just north of the walls of Avila, next to the Puerta de San Vicent and 300m from the cathedral. Avila is 110km west of Madrid (train takes 90mins from Principe Pio station) and Salamanca is 105km to the northwest (65mins by train)

Instructions & Recommendations

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Meta review

Online reviewers really like this church that stands out for its good state of conservation and is very enjoyable to look at when lit up at night. Inside, it is the main Baroque altarpiece that draws the eye together with the "ornate tomb which includes intricately carved and coloured figures". Put simply, it is a very interesting church.

Environmental & Social

No carbon footprint. Part of the town's artistic and architectural heritages

Conclusion

The Basilica is not as visually striking as the major cathedrals in the region but the interior will delight religious art buffs. In our opinion, the cenotaph is the highlight because of its originality.

Key positive

Clear views of the monument from outside

A few impressive artistic elements

Key negative

None

Suitability

Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility and no religious denomination restrictions

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 10m

est. visit time:0h 50m

Regulated hours

Start of Season 1:Apr, 01

Season 1 / Period 1

MONDAY10:00 - 18:30

TUESDAY10:00 - 13:30

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 18:30

THURSDAY10:00 - 18:30

FRIDAY10:00 - 18:30

SATURDAY10:00 - 18:30

SUNDAY -

Season 1 / Period 2

MONDAY -

TUESDAY15:00 - 18:30

WEDNESDAY -

THURSDAY -

FRIDAY -

SATURDAY -

SUNDAY16:00 - 18:00

Start of Season 2:Nov, 01

Season 2 / Period 1

MONDAY10:00 - 13:30

TUESDAY10:00 - 13:30

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 13:30

THURSDAY10:00 - 13:30

FRIDAY10:00 - 13:30

SATURDAY10:00 - 13:30

SUNDAY -

Season 2 / Period 2

MONDAY16:00 - 18:30

TUESDAY16:00 - 18:30

WEDNESDAY16:00 - 18:30

THURSDAY16:00 - 18:30

FRIDAY16:00 - 18:30

SATURDAY16:00 - 18:30

SUNDAY16:00 - 18:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€2.2
Adult
18 - 64
€3
Teen & Young
12 - 17
€2.2
Child
3 - 11
€0
Infant
0 - 2
€0
Price for students is 2.20 €

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