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Museum · Girona, Catalonia
Museu d'Art de Girona
Museum in the old episcopal palace, attached to the cathedral, with art from the region from the Romanesque to the early 20th century. Highlights: the portable altar of Sant Pere de Rodes, from the 10th century, and the altarpiece of Sant Pere de Púbol, from the 15th century.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Museu d'Art de Girona
The Museu d'Art de Girona was founded in 1976 and occupies the Palau Episcopal, the former residence of the bishops, next to the cathedral. The building contains parts from several periods, and some rooms retain their original function, such as the former episcopal prison.
The collection is the most important in the diocese and the province of Girona, and the route is chronological: Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Realism, Modernisme and Noucentisme. The medieval collections are the museum's strong point.
Among the standout pieces are the portable altar of Sant Pere de Rodes, from the 10th century, the retable of Sant Pere de Púbol, from the 15th century, painted by Bernat Martorell, panels from the altarpiece of Sant Feliu de Girona, from the 16th century, and the sculpture Contra l'invasor, from the 19th century. There are also rooms with ceramics, glass and liturgical art.
The museum also manages the pharmacy of the old Hospital de Santa Caterina, in the Mercadal, one of the best preserved in Europe.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 1 hour to 1 hour and a half.
Best time
After visiting the cathedral, in the morning. Check the opening days before you go, as the museum is closed one day a week.
How to get there
On foot. The entrance is next to the Plaça de la Catedral, at the top of the Barri Vell.
Tip
Entrance is usually paid; ask about combined tickets with other city museums. Allow time for the palace garden, which is part of the visit.
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Frequently asked questions about Museu d'Art de Girona
What kind of art does the museum have?
Art from the Girona region from the Romanesque period to the early 20th century, with emphasis on medieval pieces such as altars, altarpieces, and sculptures.
Where is it located?
In the old Palau Episcopal, next to the Catedral de Girona, atop the Barri Vell.
Is there anything from the castle of Púbol in the museum?
Yes. The altarpiece of Sant Pere de Púbol, painted by Bernat Martorell in the 15th century, came from the church of Púbol and is in the museum.