Ceuta Cathedral Church
Cathedral in Ceuta combining Gothic and Baroque elements
In Ceuta, the cathedral stands in the fortified old town; visitors tour its nave and adjacent plazas, combining the stop with harbour views and the Spanish-North African cityscape.
Ceuta Cathedral at a Glance#
Address: C. de la Iglesia, Ceuta, 51001, Spain
Hours: Daily 9am-7pm (may vary for services)
Admission: Free (cathedral services may request donations)
How to Get to Ceuta Cathedral#
Ceuta is accessible by ferry from Algeciras (approx. 1 hour) or via the small border crossings from Morocco. Once in Ceuta, the cathedral is in the old town center and walkable from the port and main plazas.
Tips for Visiting Ceuta Cathedral#
- Enter through the small courtyard to see sculptural details on the west facade.
- Visit early morning to avoid midday sun and to hear the organ practice if scheduled.
- Combine a walk with the nearby Plaza de los Reyes for views over the harbour approach.
Best Time to Visit Ceuta Cathedral#
Ceuta's Mediterranean climate makes the cathedral accessible year-round; spring and autumn offer the most comfortable walking weather.
Weather & Climate near Ceuta Cathedral#
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 11°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (640 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 11° - 16° | 14° | 100 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Very Good | 11° - 16° | 13° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Very Good | 12° - 17° | 14° | 70 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 13° - 18° | 15° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.1 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.0h |
| May | Excellent | 15° - 20° | 17° | 30 mm | some cloud | 77% | 3.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.9h |
| June | Ideal | 17° - 23° | 20° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 76% | 4.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 25° | 22° | 1 mm | clear | 74% | 3.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 26° | 23° | 5 mm | clear | 76% | 3.8 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 24° | 22° | 12 mm | mostly sunny | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 17° - 22° | 19° | 61 mm | some cloud | 81% | 4.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 14° - 19° | 17° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 12° - 17° | 15° | 129 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |
