Highlight • Religious Site
Monreale Cathedral
Cycling
4.8
(60)
Hiking
4.7
(48)
Mountain biking
5.0
(31)
Road cycling
5.0
(1)
Cycling is not permitted at this location
Tips
Stephan
June 16, 2022
Hiking
The cathedral dates from its beginnings in 1172, was completed in 1267 and is today the episcopal church of the Archdiocese of Monreale. It is one of the most important buildings in Christianity, as its architectural style combines Norman, Byzantine and Christian building elements in a way that no other Christian building (according to information in an information document) finds. A visit is an absolute must for anyone interested in history and architecture - just amazing.
Translated by
•
•Matto
July 24, 2022
Hiking
In 2015, the Cathedral was added to the monuments that are part of the World Heritage (UNESCO).
Translated by•
•MonacoTrail
April 7, 2018
Hiking
Built at the time of Norman rule in the late 12th century, the cathedral has an overwhelming interior design. Almost all of the components are covered with mosaics, which are usually designed as pictures and, grouped by location, tell different themes of the Old and New Testaments. Undoubtedly one of the most important buildings of the entire Middle Ages.
The ascent to the roof is definitely worthwhile because of the beautiful view over Palermo and the Conca d'Oro as well as in the cloister of the associated monastery, which can be visited separately (admission).
The ascent to the roof is definitely worthwhile because of the beautiful view over Palermo and the Conca d'Oro as well as in the cloister of the associated monastery, which can be visited separately (admission).
Translated by•
•Sign up for a free komoot account to get 20 more insider tips and takes.
Sign up for free
Nearby routes
Best routes near Monreale Cathedral
Details
Informations
Elevation 310 m
Weather
Powered by Foreca
Friday 3 April
16°C
7°C
0 %
Additional weather tips
Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h
Most visited during
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December