Iglesia de San Vicente

The Iglesia de San Vicente is a Gothic church in Seville's old town featuring three naves separated by columns that support pointed arches. The central nave rises higher than the side naves, creating a distinctive vertical rhythm.

The church was built in the 14th century on the site of an earlier Paleochristian temple. It underwent significant renovations over the following centuries, including reconstruction of its sacramental chapel after the 1761 Lisbon earthquake.

Two religious brotherhoods, Las Penas and Las Siete Palabras, have their headquarters here and are active in Seville's Holy Week processions. Their presence shapes the church's role in the city's religious life.

The interior contains several chapels distributed throughout the building. Visiting outside of religious services and Holy Week processions allows for a more relaxed exploration of the architecture.

The main altar was designed by Cristóbal de Guadix and features carved religious figures created by brothers Joaquín and José Cano in 1753. This altarpiece represents notable 18th-century sculpture craftsmanship in the city.

Location: Seville

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Part of: Seville old town

GPS coordinates: 37.39435,-5.99926

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:11