Museo Diocesano e Catedralicio de Mondoñedo
Sacred art museum of the cathedral of Mondoñedo, with English alabasters, Flemish panels, goldsmiths' work and more than 300 sculptures.
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About the museum
The museum was created at the beginning of 1968 in the cathedral of Mondoñedo and over time occupied a large number of spaces in the building. Mondoñedo was the capital of one of Galicia's seven provinces until 1833 and is the seat of the Diocese of Mondoñedo-Ferrol. The basilica cathedral of the Assumption, known as the “kneeling cathedral” because of its low height, was declared a national monument in 1902.
The collection contains pieces of great historical and artistic value. Outstanding are the 15th-century English alabasters from the workshops of London and Nottingham, a 15th-century altarpiece of Mary Magdalene, large 16th-century Flemish panels and silver and ivory pieces such as sceptres, trays, chalices, monstrances, a processional cross and candlesticks.
On the upper floor there are two large Gothic halls with altarpieces and canvases, more than three hundred sculptures, large choir books and liturgical vestments.
Highlights
- 15th-century English alabasters from London and Nottingham
- Large 16th-century Flemish panels
- Silverwork and ivory: monstrances, processional cross and candlesticks
- Two large Gothic halls with altarpieces and more than 300 sculptures
- Choir books and liturgical vestments
Permanent exhibition
- Colección del Museo Catedralicio y Diocesano – 15th-century English alabasters, 16th-century Flemish panels, goldsmiths' work and more than three hundred sculptures, choir books and liturgical vestments.
- Founded
- 1968
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €7 |
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| Reduced | €6Young people aged 13 to 18 and university students up to 25 |
| Children & teens | –According to the Museos de Galicia portal, children under 12 do not pay. |
| Seniors | €6.50Retirees. |
| Groups (16+ people) | –Groups of more than 15 people: price on request. |
| Accredited pilgrims | €5 |
| Guided visit “Paseando por el Rosetón” (Strolling Around the Rose Window; about 30 minutes, May to September, Thursday to Saturday at 12:00) | €10Includes the cathedral with audio guide; groups of 5 to 20 people with booking. |
| ALTIUS guided visit “Contemplando Mondoñedo desde la Paula” (Contemplating Mondoñedo from La Paula; about 1 hour, May to September) | €14Includes the cathedral with audio guide; book by telephone. |
| Guided city tour “Mondoñedo en el tiempo” (Mondoñedo Through Time; June to September, Fridays and Saturdays at 10:30) | €15Includes the cathedral with audio guide. |
Admission includes the visit to the cathedral with audio guide. Special rates are available at the ticket office.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
Great for kids & families
- Family tours & workshops
- Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
There is a theatrical and interactive children's audio guide designed for families, schools and young visitors.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes |
| Good to know | Groups book guided visits by email or telephone, in Galician, Spanish and English. There is a theatrical children's audio guide for families and schools. The ALTIUS visit is not suitable for people with reduced mobility, heart problems, vertigo, claustrophobia or pregnancy; children must be accompanied; and small bags are requested for the “Paseando por el Rosetón” visit. Showing the cathedral ticket gives a €1 discount at the Monasterio de San Salvador in Lourenzá. |
