Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda
Religious Site Historic cathedral in Logroño with notable twin towers
Logroño’s co-cathedral anchors the old quarter with twin towers and ecclesiastical art; pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago and wine-region visitors stop for services and city views.
The Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda is the main church of Logroño and one of the seats of the local Catholic diocese. The building combines medieval structural elements with prominent Baroque and later additions, and is a focal point of the city’s historic centre.
Notable external characteristics include the twin towers that bookend the principal façade and a richly appointed interior with chapels and altarpieces added over several centuries. The church functions both as an active parish and as a site of civic and religious ceremonies.
The structure evolved from medieval foundations with substantial reworking during the late medieval and early modern periods, producing the mixed architectural character visible today.
The co-cathedral occupies a central position in Logroño’s old town, close to principal pedestrian streets and civic squares.
- Ecclesiastical role: Serves as a co-cathedral of the Diocese of Calahorra y La Calzada-Logroño and is the main church of Logroño's historic centre.
How to Get to Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda #
Logroño is reachable by road and regional rail from Bilbao, Zaragoza and Vitoria; the cathedral is in the city’s historic centre and walkable from the station.
Tips for Visiting Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda #
- Climb one of the nearby towers for panoramas of Logroño's old quarter and the Ebro River.
- Visit during Semana Santa to see processions that use the cathedral and its plazas for staging.
Best Time to Visit Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda #
Spring and autumn are ideal for combining cathedral visits with regional wine routes and festivals.
Weather & Climate near Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda #
Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 52 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 25 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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