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Church · Tui, Galicia
Capela de San Telmo
18th-century chapel in the Portuguese Baroque style, built on the site of the house where San Telmo died, patron saint of sailors and of Tui, featuring 19th-century frescoes.
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About Capela de San Telmo
The Capela de San Telmo is in Tui's old town, near the cathedral, on the site of the house where, according to tradition, são Pedro González Telmo died — a 13th-century Dominican friar, patron of sailors and of the town. The chapel was built in the 18th century.
The style is the northern Portuguese baroque, called barroco minhoto, rare in Galícia and a sign of the proximity to Valença and Braga. The façade features dressed stone and a balcony, and inside are frescoes from the early 19th century.
In the crypt, which is often open, is the space tradition points to as the saint's room. São Telmo is celebrated in Tui with festivities in spring, around Easter.
The capela is a short stop, but it clearly shows how the border mixed traditions on both sides of the river.
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
About 15 to 20 minutes.
Best time
During a walk through the old town, in the morning or afternoon. Check ahead to confirm it's open.
How to get there
It's in the old town, about a 2-minute walk from the cathedral, heading down toward the river.
Tip
Notice the façade: the barroco minhoto from Portugal is rare on this side of the border.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Capela de San Telmo
Who was são Telmo?
Pedro González Telmo, a 13th-century Dominican friar, patron of sailors and of Tui. According to tradition, he died in the house where the capela was later built.
Why does the chapel have a Portuguese style?
Because it was built in the barroco minhoto style from northern Portugal, a sign of the proximity to Valença and Braga.
When are são Telmo's festivities?
In spring, around Easter. Check the calendar beforehand.