Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia

The cathedral structure rises 80 meters high with two bell towers, measuring 90 meters in length and featuring intricate stone carvings throughout its exterior walls.

Construction of the cathedral began in 1298 on the site of a former 4th-century basilica, with work continuing through multiple architectural phases until completion in 1913.

The cathedral houses the tomb of Saint Eulalia in its crypt and serves as the primary seat for the Archbishop of Barcelona, holding regular religious ceremonies.

Visitors can access the cathedral daily from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM, with guided tours available that include access to the rooftop viewing area.

The cloister maintains a permanent residence of thirteen white geese, representing the age of Saint Eulalia when she faced martyrdom under Roman rule.

Location: Gothic Quarter

Inception: 1298

Architects: Jaume Fabre, Bertran Riquer, Bernat Roca, Arnau Bargués, Jaume Solà, Bartolomé Gual, Andreu Escuder, Josep Oriol Mestres i Esplugas, August Font i Carreras

Architectural style: Gothic architecture, historicist architecture

Elevation above the sea: 12 m

Height: 80 m

Length: 37 m

Width: 37 m

Made from material: Montjuïc stone

Part of: Conjunt especial del sector de la muralla romana

Address: Pla Seu, 3, Comtes, 1, Pietat, 1, Bisbe, 10 i Santa Llúcia, 2

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 09:30-18:30; Saturday 09:30-17:15; Sunday,Holidays 14:00-17:00

Website: https://catedralbcn.org

GPS coordinates: 41.38389,2.17639

Latest update: August 16, 2025 11:21