Jerez de la Frontera Cathedral

Succession of styles.

The long period of time over which it was built caused a variety of styles to be integrated into the structure of this cathedral.

It was built as a Collegiate Church, since Jerez did not have a bishopric until 1980. Building began in 1695 and lasted until 1778. Participating architects included Diego Moreno Meléndez, Rodrigo Del Pozo, Diego Díaz, Juan de Pina, Torcuato Cayón de la Vega, Juan de Vargas and Pedro Ángel de Albizu. The building has a rectangular plan, with five naves. It is Baroque in style.

Practical Info:
Construction: Cathedral
Origin: 17th century
Artistic period: Baroque
Historic period: 17th century
Setting: Fortress, Churches of St. Michael, St. Mark, St. James, St. Dionisio and La Cartuja.

Prices:
General: €5

Useful Information:
From Monday to Saturday
Does not close at midday
From 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Sunday
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Sunday
From 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM