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Church · Valls, Catalonia
Church of Saint John the Baptist of Valls
Main church of Valls, built in the 16th century in Gothic style, with a Renaissance façade and the tallest bell tower in Catalonia. The bell tower visit is done on guided tours organized by the tourist office.
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About Church of Saint John the Baptist of Valls
The arciprestal church of Sant Joan Baptista dominates Valls’s center. It was built in the 16th century with a Gothic single-nave structure and received a Renaissance façade. The bell tower is the tallest in Catalonia and serves as a landmark visible from afar for those approaching the town.
In another central building, on Carrer de la Cort, the Capella del Roser houses Catalan ceramic panels from the 17th century. Among them is the depiction of the Battle of Lepanto, one of the most cited tile works in the region.
The tourist office organizes guided visits that include climbing the bell tower, with views over the town and the Camp de Tarragona. Days and times of these visits vary throughout the year.
The church is a few steps from the Plaça del Blat and is easily combined with the Museu Casteller and a walk through the old Jewish quarter.
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 30 minutes; longer if you climb the bell tower.
Best time
Outside celebration times. Visits to the bell tower depend on the tourist office’s schedule; confirm before you go.
How to get there
In the historic center, a few minutes’ walk from the Plaça del Blat.
Tip
Ask at the tourist office about guided visits that include climbing the bell tower.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Church of Saint John the Baptist of Valls
Which bell tower is the tallest in Catalonia?
The one of the church of Sant Joan Baptista, in Valls.
Can you climb the bell tower of Sant Joan?
Yes, on guided visits organized by the Valls tourist office. Confirm the days before you go.
Is the Capella del Roser inside the church of Sant Joan?
No. The chapel is in a different building on Carrer de la Cort, and houses 17th-century ceramic panels, including a depiction of the Battle of Lepanto.