• The Cathedral of Ávila is considered by its age (12th century), along with the Cathedral of Cuenca, as the first two Gothic cathedrals in Spain.
  • Audio Guide and Group Guide Service (included in the entrance price). Tourist visits to the Cathedral of Ávila require the obligatory use of a guide.
  • Discover everything you need to know about Ávila Cathedral (Catedral de Ávila), Castile and León including history, facts, how to get there and the best time to visit.
  • Ávila Cathedral stands as both church and fortress and its apse, known locally as the cimorro and set in the walls, is the most imposing turret of the east wall.
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  • I shot about 100 photos in the Ávila Cathedral but I ended up with this one shot across the apse at a lone crucifix on the wall as my favorite.
  • Ávila Cathedral. It is one of the first Gothic cathedrals built in Castile. It seems to be inspired in the French abbey of Sain-Denis.
  • Dedicated to San Salvador, Ávila Cathedral is truly a cathedral-castle, with battlements and sentry walks incorporated into the structure.
  • The Ávila Cathedral is in the heart of the city’s historic center. Arrive at the Ávila railway station and walk west for about 15 minutes to reach the catheral.
  • Discover the history of Ávila Cathedral. Contact information and map. Find out what to see and do in Ávila | spain.info.