The Basilica of San Vicente or Basilica of Los Santos Mártires Vicente, Sabina y Cristeta, was built in honour of these brothers, martyred in the 4th century during the persecution of the Christians ordered by the Prefect Dacian. The sides of their tomb relate the story of their persecution and death.

Work on the temple began in the 12th century, and it is a clear example of the transition from the Romanesque to the Gothic style. Notable features include the apse, the central vaults and the main portico, also known as the ‘Portico of Glory’, with its elaborately carved archivolts. The triple apse rises up to a great height, crowned by a clearly Gothic dome, with lancet windows on all four sides.

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Predominant styles
  • Romanesque
  • Gothic
Historical Period
Middle Ages

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Opening hours

  • Summer (April 1 – October 31):
    • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturdays: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Last access 30 minutes before closing)
    • Sundays and holidays: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Last access 30 minutes before closing)
    • Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Last access 30 minutes before closing)
  • winter (November 1 – March 31):
    • From Monday to Saturday: 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM (Last access 30 minutes before closing)
    • Sundays and holidays: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Last access 30 minutes before closing)
    • Public holidays: December 24 and 31: 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Closed December 25 and January 1

Taxes

  • General 3 €
  • Reduced 2.2 €
  • Groups 2.2 €

Observations: Hours: During worship there is no visit Telephone: 920 255 230 // Admission: with QR code - Reduced 2.20 euros (retired people, young people up to 18 years old, students up to 25 years old. School groups of 13-16 years old 1.50 Euros. Free: children up to 12 years old, people from Avila and people with disabilities +65% Closed: 12/25 and 12/1

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