Cathedral of Ciudad Rodrigo
It is a cathedral full of masterpieces. The Portico del Perdón alone contains more than 400 Romanesque and Gothic sculptures of great beauty. Although it began in the 12th century, the work continued to the 15th, meaning that its style shows a clear transition from Romanesque to Gothic, as well as the Neoclassic tower.
One of the principal attractions is the impressive Gothic vault. The choir should not be forgotten either, strangely it has no religious motifs instead is decorated with fauna and flora images. The cloister is wonderful and is where the contrast between the two styles of architecture is best noted.
Another jewel, the impressive Portico del Perdon is compared by some to the Catedral de Santiago de Competela. During the War of Independence this part of the building was fired at by Napoleonic troops and has the impacts of cannon fire on it.
Prepare your visit
- Videos
Historical Data
- Architecture
- Religious architecture
- Construction
- Cathedral
- Predominant styles
- Romanesque
- Gothic
- Historical Period
- Middle Ages
When to visit it?
Opening hours
- From October 1 to November 30:
- From Monday to Saturday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Guided tours: Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 12:30 and 16:30. Tower: Friday and Saturday: 13:30 and 17:30
- Sundays and holidays: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Guided tours: 12:30
Taxes
- General 7 €
- Reduced 6 €
- Groups 4 €
Observations: On Saturday the opening hours can change for weddings celebrations. Last visit 30 minutes before closing. Audioguide included. Free entrance: Wednesdays from 18:00 to 20:00h (except holidays). Audioguide not included.
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Get to know the surroundings
Address and map location
- Postal address Plaza de San Salvador, 1. Ciudad Rodrigo. NaN. Salamanca
- Web
- Phones923 481 424
Tourist information
Ciudad Rodrigo town hall
To know moreAddress
- Postal address Plaza Mayor, 27. municipality of Ciudad Rodrigo . Salamanca
- Web
- Phones923 498 400
- Fax923 498 401
Ciudad Rodrigo tourism office
Salamanca tourism office
Address
- Postal address P/ Mayor, 32. Salamanca. NaN. Salamanca
- Web
- Phones
- 902 302 002
- 923 218 342
- Fax923 263 409
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