Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción (Utiel)
Gothic parish from the 15th and 16th centuries, listed heritage, with added Baroque chapels.
In the old town of Utiel, the church of the Asunción is the Gothic parish from the 15th and 16th centuries, listed heritage. Its Baroque chapels tell the second life of the church.
History
The parish went up between the 15th and 16th centuries as the Gothic church of the wine town. Over the centuries it added Baroque chapels and stands as the main monument of the centre, protected as heritage.
What to see
The 15th-16th-century Gothic nave and the Baroque chapels. Under the old town run the medieval underground cellars, visited from the tourist office. The afternoon calls for the Wine Museum.
Tips for your visit
- Pair church and cellars in the same morning.
- Ask about worship times to see the interior.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Asunción of Utiel?
Gothic from the 15th and 16th centuries, with Baroque chapels; listed heritage.
What lies under the church?
The medieval underground cellars, visited from the tourist office.
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