Ávila Cathedral is perhaps the first Gothic cathedral in Spain and is interesting in that its semicircular Romanesque apse, stabilized by buttresses, was incorporated into the city's fortifications. The interior has three naves with a transept. The choral part is extremely rich; famous is the tomb of Bishop Alonso Fernández de Madrigal. There is a cathedral museum.

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The cathedral was built in the 12th century on the remains of an ancient mosque. It is the first Gothic cathedral in Spain. Its architecture fuses Romanesque, French Gothic, and Renaissance elements.

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December 14, 2024

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Stunning inside and out.

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1. Puerta del Alcázar of Ávila – Ávila Cathedral loop from Estación de Ávila

7.83km

02:07

110m

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2. Plaza del Mercado Chico – Ávila City Walls loop from Ávila

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120m

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3. Plaza del Mercado Chico – Ávila City Walls loop from Estación de Ávila

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Elevation 1,130 m

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Avila Cathedral

1. Puerta del Alcázar of Ávila – Ávila Cathedral loop from Estación de Ávila

2. Plaza del Mercado Chico – Ávila City Walls loop from Ávila

3. Plaza del Mercado Chico – Ávila City Walls loop from Estación de Ávila

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