Barletta Cathedral Church
Romanesque-gothic cathedral in Barletta, Apulia
In Apulia, Barletta Cathedral combines Romanesque and Norman elements, with a decorated facade and chapels; visitors come for architecture, art and occasional services.
Barletta Cathedral at a Glance#
Address: Cattedrale di Santa Maria Maggiore, Piazza Duomo, 76121 Barletta BT, Italy
Hours: Typical cathedral hours: daily morning to early evening (vary by liturgical schedule)
How to Get to Barletta Cathedral#
Barletta is on the Adriatic coast of Apulia and reachable by regional trains from Bari (approx. 40-60 minutes). From Barletta station the cathedral is about a 10-15 minute walk into the historic center.
Tips for Visiting Barletta Cathedral#
- Attend an organ recital if one is scheduled - the cathedral's acoustics are notable.
- Notice the pulpit carvings and the mix of Apulian masonry styles.
- Combine a visit with a walk along Barletta's seafront promenade for contrasting views.
Best Time to Visit Barletta Cathedral#
Spring and early autumn offer comfortable weather; summer has more events but higher temperatures and tourist numbers.
Weather & Climate near Barletta Cathedral#
Temperate climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 5°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 6° - 13° | 7° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| February | Good | 5° - 13° | 6° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Ideal | 13° - 24° | 18° | 28 mm | some cloud | 70% | 3.5 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Ideal | 17° - 28° | 23° | 21 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 3.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.0h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 30° | 25° | 20 mm | clear | 60% | 3.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.7h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 30° | 25° | 23 mm | clear | 61% | 3.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Ideal | 17° - 26° | 22° | 44 mm | some cloud | 67% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Very Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| December | Good | 7° - 14° | 11° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.1h |