Iglesia parroquial de Sant Pere Apòstol
Canet's main church was built between 1747 and 1762 on the site of an earlier temple already documented in 1420. Local Baroque in style, it has a sober salmon-coloured façade with Doric pilasters, an image of Saint Peter and a square bell tower with arrow slits. Inside the single barrel-vaulted nave, the highlight is the Chapel of the Virgin Against Fevers, with a Byzantine-style altarpiece attributed to a 16th-century Italian workshop; restoration work uncovered 18th-century sailors' graffiti and Roman and medieval remains. It is listed as an Asset of Local Importance.
The Parish Church of Sant Pere Apòstol is the main church of Canet d'en Berenguer and presides over its old town. Built between 1747 and 1762 on the site of an earlier church already documented in 1420, its walls hold much of the village's memory. It is listed as an Asset of Local Relevance (Bien de Relevancia Local).
History
The building we see today went up in the mid-18th century, replacing an earlier medieval church. Its style is that of the regional Valencian Baroque, restrained and sober, as was typical of the parish churches in the towns of this area at the time. During restoration work, 18th-century sailors' graffiti came to light, along with Roman and medieval remains, a reminder of how much life this place has seen over the centuries.
What to see
The salmon-coloured facade is framed by Doric pilasters and holds an image of Saint Peter, crowned by a square bell tower with arrow-slit windows. Inside, the church has a single nave with a barrel vault. The highlight is the chapel of the Virgin against Fevers, with a Byzantine-style altarpiece attributed to a 16th-century Italian workshop.
Tips for your visit
- This is a working parish church: check service times and keep quiet inside.
- Pair it with a stroll through the old town and a visit to Canet beach.
- Late-afternoon light brings out the warm salmon tone of the facade.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to enter the parish church of Sant Pere Apòstol?
Nothing: it is free.
What stands out inside?
It has a single nave with a barrel vault and the chapel of the Virgin against Fevers, with a Byzantine-style altarpiece attributed to a 16th-century Italian workshop.
How old is the church?
It was built between 1747 and 1762 on an earlier church that already existed in 1420, is listed as a Site of Local Relevance, and during restoration 18th-century seafaring graffiti and Roman and medieval remains came to light.
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