If you don’t know what to do in Banyoles and you want to discover this municipality, from COOLTUR Cultural Tourism we recommend you to visit the Church of Santa Maria dels Turers of Banyoles!
Banyoles is a hidden treasure in the heart of Catalonia that captivates all its visitors. Located in the Pla de l’Estany region, Banyoles is a tourist destination that combines a rich and fascinating history with a stunning natural environment. With its lake and its welcoming soul, Banyoles is a jewel that we invite you to discover.
Church of Santa Maria dels Turers of Banyoles
In the Santa Maria Square, in the centre of Banyoles, you will find the church of Santa Maria dels Turers of Banyoles. This is the parish church of this municipality.
The origins of the church of Santa Maria dels Turers of Banyoles date back to 822, the year in which the abbot Bonit of Banyoles had a primitive church built. It must be said, therefore, that this church has undergone various alterations throughout its history, and there are no longer any remains of the original building.
Gothic entrance door of the Church of Santa Maria dels Turers of Banyoles (Photo: COOLTUR Cultural Tourism)
The church of Santa Maria dels Turers of Banyoles has a basilica floor plan. Although it originally had a single nave, a second nave was added in 1559 and a third nave was added in the 19th century. In the vicinity of the naves there are several chapels.
On the side of the church there is a Gothic doorway. At this point we can see a door framed by five pointed arches. On the tympanum of this doorway there is a very faded painting depicting a scene from Calvary. This scene is flanked by figures attributed to Saint Paul and Saint Bartholomew.
Neoclassical entrance door of the Church of Santa Maria dels Turers of Banyoles (Photo: COOLTUR Cultural Tourism)
Apart from this Gothic entrance, there is also an entrance built in 1849 in a marked neoclassical style. This doorway has a polygonal floor plan, formed by large columns.
(Cover image: Church of Santa Maria dels Turers of Banyoles Photo: COOLTUR Cultural Tourism)