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Concatedral de Santa Maria de Castellón

9 Plaça Major, Castelló de la Plana, Comunidad Valenciana

Description

The co-cathedral of Santa María in Castellón de la Plana (Community of Valencia) was built in neo-Gothic style on the site of the 12th century church burned down during Spain's Civil War, in 1936 (the portals were preserved). Next to it is El Fadrí, a 15th century 58m bell tower and symbol of the city.

Access & Transport

The church is located on the Plaza Mayor, next to the Town Hall. The train station is 1.5km away and it is a 45mins ride from there to Valencia on the AVE. By car, it is 75km on the AP-7.

Instructions & Recommendations

This is a place of worship so visitors should behave appropriately and dress conservatively. Also note the long afternoon break in the opening hours.

Meta review

Slightly inconsistent online reviews for this co-cathedral: most visitors are impressed by the neo-Gothic façade on the pleasant Plaza Mayor but whilst some enjoy the bright and large central nave with its vaulted ceiling and graceful arches, some feel there isn't must too see inside or find that the religious art lacks charm - probably being too recent and lacking the patina of history.

Environmental & Social

The ongoing environmental footprint is low. Helps maintain the town's cultural and architectural heritage

Conclusion

The Co-cathedral of Santa Maria is assuredly the main architectural draw of Castellon, alongside El Fardi, its twin bell tower. Whilst the interior may not be of much interest for everybody, its history as a recent construction is the opportunity to be reminded of the scars that the Civil War left in the country.

Key positive

Impressive facade and portals

The combo with the bell tower is very photogenic

Key negative

The interior feels very new

Suitability

No religious denomination restrictions

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in August 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:1h

est. visit time:0h 45m

Regulated hours
Period 1

MONDAY08:30 - 12:00

TUESDAY08:30 - 12:00

WEDNESDAY08:30 - 12:00

THURSDAY08:30 - 12:00

FRIDAY08:30 - 12:00

SATURDAY08:30 - 12:00

SUNDAY08:30 - 12:45

Period 2

MONDAY18:00 - 20:45

TUESDAY18:00 - 20:45

WEDNESDAY18:00 - 20:45

THURSDAY18:00 - 20:45

FRIDAY18:00 - 20:45

SATURDAY18:00 - 20:45

SUNDAY19:00 - 20:45

Pricing
Free

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