{"id":199749,"date":"2023-12-13T11:44:05","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T03:44:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bcn.travel\/?p=199749"},"modified":"2024-08-20T08:22:26","modified_gmt":"2024-08-20T00:22:26","slug":"kathedrale-von-barcelona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bcn.travel\/de\/kathedrale-von-barcelona\/","title":{"rendered":"Die Kathedrale von Barcelona: Geschichte, Wahrzeichen, Tipps und Leitf\u00e4den"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Along with the iconic Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, Barcelona is also known for its historic Cathedral of Barcelona. Nestled within narrow alleyways, the Cathedral stands as a proud testament to the city’s rich history. Arriving at the Gothic Quarter, where the Cathedral of Barcelona is a central attraction, is like stepping back in time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you venture off the bustling Ramblas, a meandering journey through the city\u2019s winding streets can lead you to the heart of Barcelona.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Here, amidst the relics of ancient Barcino (Barcelona\u2019s Roman name), emblems of the Jewish Quarter, and haunts once favored by Art Nouveau\u2019s bohemian artists, lies the majestic Cathedral of Barcelona.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This area, undoubtedly one of the most attractive districts in Barcelona, is anchored by the gothic gem of the Cathedral of Barcelona, a pivotal landmark in the city’s architectural and cultural landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early History Behind Cathedral of Barcelona<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Barcelona Cathedral, officially known as \u201cCatedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eul\u00e0lia\u201d – is a historical cathedral with a relatively modern facade. The Cathedral you see stands on the same spot occupied by the Early Christian Cathedral in the fourth century the remains of it can be seen in the subsoil and the City History Museum.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“The Cathedral of Barcelona is a place where the divine meets the earthly, where history and spirituality converge.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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The original church suffered severe damage during the invasion by the Arab war leader Almanzor back in the 10th century and later was rebuilt into a new church in the Romanesque style. In May 1298, during the reign of Jaime II of Aragon, the construction of the existing Gothic church began and continued for over 150 years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moreover, the facade that tourists today enjoy was built much more recently in the 19th century after remaining untouched for more than 400 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Emblem of the Cathedral: The Harrowing Legend of Saint Eulalia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since 599 AD this Cathedral of Barcelona has been dedicated to the Holy Cross. In 877, the old Christian cathedral received the relics of Saint Eulalia, patron saint of the city of Barcelona, which is concealed in the church of Santa Maria del Mar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because of the powerful legend surrounding this Christian martyr who died at the end of the third century, the Barcelona Cathedral has a huge number of memorabilia that is devoted to her: a door, stained glass windows, keystones, reliefs, pictures, and so on.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“Gothic cathedrals are the Bible in stone. They are a representation in the architecture of the life of humanity on Earth, a fulfillment of spiritual ideas.” <\/p>\n– Fyodor Dostoevsky<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

According to the legends, the Romans brought 13 agonies on Saint Eulalia, one for every year of her life; beating, imprisoning, torturing, and burning her breasts on a rack, as well as tossing her into a quicklime pit and flea-infested yard.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ninth torment is the most well-known, in which she was closed in a casket filled with shattered glass, nails, and knives and thrown down a steep street, which was known as the Baixada de Santa Eul\u00e0lia. Finally, the maiden was nailed to an x-shaped cross that you see today as the emblem of the Barcelona Cathedral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location, Hours, and Access<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Barcelona Cathedral is located on the Pla de la Seu, in the heart of the Gothic Quarter. To reach there, take the Metro to ‘Jaume l Station’ on line 4 and walk from there. In addition, if you happen to be in this part of town, you may go there on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cathedral of Barcelona is available to the public at the following hours:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday to Friday:<\/strong> 8:00 am to 12:30 pm and 5:45 pm to 7:30 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturdays<\/strong>: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and from 5:15 pm to 8:00 pm.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday and Holidays:<\/strong> 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cathedral of Barcelona is exclusively open for religious service the rest of the day. While you are welcome to attend, photography is not allowed at this time. You are expected to pray respectfully throughout this time.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mass Times:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday to Friday:<\/strong> 9:00 pm to 12:00 pm, and 7:00 pm\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturdays:<\/strong> 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sundays & Holidays:<\/strong> 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 am, 13:00 am, 6:00 pm, 7:00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All masses are in Catalan or Spanish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While there are no days when the building is officially closed, it is essential to check their website <\/a>calendar for current visiting hours if you are going on a trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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