Capella gòtica de l'Antic Hospital Major (Hospital Reial)
Founded by King Jaume I, the Hospital Major has a façade that fuses late Gothic with early Renaissance, a record of its different building phases. On the right, the doorway of the Gothic chapel opens with an ogee arch, flamboyant pinnacles and musician angels around the Virgin and Child. Inside, the vault of the Assumption chapel stands out for its artistic interest.
In the center of Xàtiva, next to the collegiate church of La Seu, the former Hospital Major (also known as the Hospital Reial) has a façade that stands out in the old town. Founded by King Jaume I, the building reflects its various construction phases in a frontage that blends late Gothic with the early Renaissance. To the right of the façade, the doorway of the Gothic chapel opens, its stone carving worth a closer look.
What to see
The chapel doorway is what draws the eye first: an ogee arch crowned with flamboyant pinnacles and surrounded by musician angels accompanying the Virgin and Child, a decorative repertoire typical of Valencian late Gothic.
Inside, the vault of the chapel of the Assumption stands out for its artistic interest within the complex.
Tips for your visit
- It sits just steps from La Seu, so it's easy to combine with a walk through the historic center.
- Take your time with the façade: the mix of styles tells the story of its different stages.
- Pair it with Xàtiva castle for a full day out.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have to pay to see the Gothic chapel of the Hospital Major?
No, entry is free.
Where is the Gothic chapel of the Hospital Major?
Right in the centre of Xàtiva, on Carrer de l'Hospital, next to the collegiate church of La Seu.
What stands out on the chapel's doorway?
An ogee arch crowned with flaming pinnacles and surrounded by angel musicians around the Virgin and Child, a hallmark of late Valencian Gothic.
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