The central nave is the second widest interior of any church in the world, surpassed only by St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican.
The cathedral's west front is one of the most prominent examples of Catalan Baroque architecture.
The 12th-century Tapestry of the Creation is one of the few surviving examples of its kind, illustrating Genesis and the signs of the zodiac.
The original Romanesque tower, known as the 'Torre de Carlemany', predates the main Gothic nave.
The cathedral houses the tomb of Ramon Berenguer II, Count of Barcelona, dating back to the 11th century.
The exterior staircase features 90 steps, constructed in the 17th century to provide a grand entrance.
The cathedral contains a collection of precious metalwork, including a 10th-century ivory casket from Moorish Cordoba.
Girona Cathedral is world-renowned for possessing the widest Gothic nave in the world, spanning 22.98 meters. Construction began in the 11th century in the Romanesque style, though the main nave was not completed until the 15th century. The interior is characterized by its singular, massive hall design, which lacks side aisles. A significant Romanesque feature remains in the 12th-century cloister, renowned for its sculptured capitals. The cathedral’s west façade is a Baroque addition from the 17th and 18th centuries, contrasting with the medieval structure. It houses the Girona Tapestry, a 12th-century Romanesque masterpiece depicting the Creation. The building is situated atop a steep hill in the Barri Vell, the city's historic core. It served as a filming location for the Great Sept of Baelor in the television series Game of Thrones.
From the bottom of the long staircase looking up to frame the dramatic Baroque facade.
Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes, as the climb up the monumental staircase and the surrounding cobblestone streets are steep.
Visit the cloister separately if you are short on time, as it contains the most intricate Romanesque masonry.
Check the cathedral website for seasonal concert schedules to experience the interior acoustics.
Do not underestimate the physical effort required to climb the staircase in high heat.
Shoulders and knees must be covered; hats should be removed before entering.
