Mondoñedo Cathedral
Catedral de Mondoñedo
The cathedral of the ancient bishop's city of Mondoñedo in Galicia, blending Romanesque and Gothic styles. The rose window on the west façade and the Baroque twin towers give it a dignified presence.
The cathedral was begun in 1219 and later remodelled in the Baroque style. Inside are medieval murals and a museum of religious art. It lies along the Northern Way of St James (Camino del Norte). The small town of Mondoñedo retains its stone-built old streets, fountains and monasteries, and its signature dessert is Mondoñedo almond cake. Admission, including the museum, costs a few euros. It is about 35 km from Ribadeo, roughly 30 minutes by car.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–13:00 and 16:00–19:00 (check official times)
Nearby sights
- Basilica of San Martiño de Mondoñedo
- Playa de las Catedrales
- Taramundi
- Os Teixóis Ethnographic Site
- Mirador de Santa Cruz
- Viveiro
- Ribadeo Old Town & Torre dos Moreno
- Illa Pancha Lighthouse