Church of San Andrés, Ávila

Name: Church of San Andrés
Address: Plaza de San Andres, Ávila, Spain
Telephone: +34 920 25 52 30

#11 among attractions in Ávila

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Romanesque church built in the early 12th century in the Spanish city of Ávila, province of Ávila, Castile and León. It is one of the oldest temples in the city. The construction material is sandstone and has undergone restorations throughout the twentieth century, specifically in the 1930s and 1960s.

It was declared a National Monument on the 23rd of June 1923 and in 1985 it automatically became a Site of Cultural Interest, along with the old quarter of Avila and other churches outside the city walls, and was recognised as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The church's protected area was definitively defined by decree 251/1997 of the 11th of December.

Alternative names: Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 40°39'34"N, 4°41'43"W

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Plaza de San AndresÁvila Spain

Contact

+34 920 25 52 30

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Church of San Andrés – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ávila Cathedral, Real Monasterio de Santo Tomás, Basilica of San Vicente, Walls of Ávila.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Church of San Andrés?

Nearby attractions include Basilica of San Vicente, Ávila (3 min walk), Palacio de Bracamonte, Ávila (6 min walk), Los Serrano Palace, Ávila (7 min walk), Ávila Cathedral, Ávila (8 min walk).

How to get to Church of San Andrés by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of San Andrés:

Bus

Zamora • Lines: 2 (4 min walk)
San Vicente • Lines: 1, 2 (4 min walk)

Train

Ávila (18 min walk)