Coimbra, PT

Church of São Bartolomeu, Coimbra

The Church of São Bartolomeu (Igreja de São Bartolomeu) is a Baroque church in the historic centre of Coimbra.

About this building

The church was built in the 12th century in Romanesque style, although its current appearance is the result of interventions carried out in the 18th century due to the poor state of the building.

The church houses an altarpiece an 18th century altarpiece decorated with gilding and marble, similar to that in the nearby Monastery of Santa Cruz.

Key Features

  • Architecture
  • Monuments
  • Links to national heritage

Visitors information

  • Bus stop within 100m
  • On street parking at the building
  • Café within 500m

Other nearby buildings

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Chapel of St. Michael

The Chapel of St. Michael is a chapel of the University of Coimbra built between the 16th and 18th centuries. It is part of the architectural complex of the Paço das Escolas. The Chapel of St. Michael dates back to the 16th century and was commissioned by Manuel I of Portugal (1495-1521), whose decorative style is displayed on the Manueline side portal, on the windows of the central nave. The work was directed by Marcos Pires and completed by Diogo de Castilho. The chapel, especially its interior, was later remodelled in Baroque and Mannerist style.

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