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Church of San Nicolás de Bari
A Gothic church from the early 15th century, next to the cathedral, on Calle Fernán González. Its façade is plain and contrasts with an interior packed with ornament. The most notable feature is the stone high altarpiece of 1505, attributed to the workshop of the Colonia family (Simon and his son Francis), which covers the whole east end with dozens of carved figures; the high choir at the west end, with its segmental arch and carved vault, is considered to be from the same workshop. There are also Gothic tombs and a Renaissance arch over the burial place of Fernando de Mena and María Sáez de Oña. The church already appears among the parishes of Burgos in 1163, although the present building dates from the 15th century. It is part of the Merchants' Route, which links this church with San Gil and San Esteban.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Church of San Nicolás de Bari: 4 missions
- Look at the high choir at the back of the naveTurn towards the west end of the church and look at the high choir with its segmental arch and carved vault.
- Compare the plain façade with the interiorBefore going in, look at the sober façade from Calle Fernán González and then compare it with the richness of the interior.
- Scan the stone altarpiece at the east endStand in front of the high altar and follow the altarpiece, carved in stone, scene by scene from bottom to top.
- Find the Renaissance arch of Fernando de MenaFind the Renaissance arch over the tomb of Fernando de Mena and María Sáez de Oña and notice how its style differs from the Gothic tombs.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to visit Church of San Nicolás de Bari?
From €4 per person. Check the day's price on the official website before you go.
What are the opening hours of Church of San Nicolás de Bari?
Todos los días de 11:30 a 19:00.
How much time do you need for Church of San Nicolás de Bari?
Allow about 30 min for the visit.
What is there to do at Church of San Nicolás de Bari?
Look at the high choir at the back of the nave, Compare the plain façade with the interior, Scan the stone altarpiece at the east end and Find the Renaissance arch of Fernando de Mena.
What is there to see near Church of San Nicolás de Bari?
Burgos Cathedral (89 m), Church of San Esteban (Altarpiece Museum) (126 m) and Arch of Fernán González (133 m).