National Expiatory Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

The neogothic church rises 520 meters above sea level, featuring a double-height structure with a crypt below and the main sanctuary above.

Construction began in 1902 under architect Enric Sagnier and continued for six decades until completion in 1961, with his son Josep Maria finishing the project.

The bronze statue of Jesus Christ stands at the highest point of the temple, representing a significant religious symbol visible across Barcelona.

Visitors can reach the basilica using the Funicular de Vallvidrera from Barcelona, followed by bus 111 to access the mountain peak location.

The temple contains two separate worship spaces: a Neo-Byzantine crypt and an upper church decorated with stained glass windows depicting international Marian figures.

Location: Vallvidrera, el Tibidabo i les Planes

Architects: Enric Sagnier, Josep Maria Sagnier

Creator: Frederic Marès i Deulovol, Josep Miret

Architectural style: Gothic Revival, Byzantine Revival architecture

Elevation above the sea: 520 m

Length: 70 m

Width: 60 m

Made from material: Montjuïc stone

Address: Ctra. Vallvidrera al Tibidabo, 111-117 i Pl. Tibidabo 08035 Barcelona

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-21:00

Phone: +34934175686

Website: https://tibidabo.salesianos.edu

GPS coordinates: 41.42207,2.11886

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:48