Brochure: Come and explore our Cathedral 2015 (EN)

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A cathedral that is accessible from top to bottom

Monumental staircase, tower and watchtower Access to the tower, watchtower of the city, is via the monumental staircase located in the interior, over the portico, and you can reach as far as the floor with the bells, where you can enjoy a unique view of Vitoria-Gasteiz from its highest point. A modern lift ensures accessibility. (Option tower guided tour).

Parapet walk and triforium

Level 30.5 m: City watchtower

Level 26.7 m: Vault room

Level 22.3 m: Monumental staircase to roof area

Lift access as far as the tower

The parapet walk, a narrow corridor that circles the temple on the outside, is a reminder of its original defensive character. The next level is the triforium, a gallery around the inside of the temple above the arches, which provides a different view of the nave.

Level 13.7 m: Triforium

Nave and chapels, transept, millennium dome and portico

Level 8.3 m: Parapet walk

Now ready for liturgical use, the nave provides us with a view of the Millennium Dome, a spectacular black limestone construction which has been assembled following the methods of the ancient stonemasons. The visit to the transept, the ambulatory and chapels founded by the noble families of Vitoria is followed by a visit to the Portico of Light (Optional)

Level 0 m: Naves and chapels, transept, millennium dome and portico

Access, crypts and city moat The cathedral is accessed via its base, from the Calle CuchillerĂ­a, where you can see the original Gasteiz moat. As you continue through the crypts, you will discover the areas within the foundations that have been renovated and the structural solutions that have been implemented. The tour allows access for people with reduced mobility.

Level -2.8 m: Crypts and city moat

Level -5.7 m: Access via Calle CuchillerĂ­a


Santa MarĂ­a Cathedral

Cathedral Hostel

Come and explore our Cathedral

Check options, times, prices and reservations: Tel. +34 945 255135 www.catedralvitoria.com/reservas Open to the public: From Monday to Sunday. From 10:00 to 14:00 From 16:00 to 19:00 The visits are always guided because during the tour you will visit areas under construction. The itinerary may be modified due to the requirements of the restoration process.

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