Campanar de Santa María
At 72 metres it is the tallest bell tower in the Valencian Community and the second tallest in Spain, crowning the archpriestal church of Santa María. Entry to the church is free, and the Colla de Campaners runs guided climbs of the tower on Sundays.
The Campanar de Santa María stands over the historic centre of Ontinyent, in the Barri de la Vila. At 72 metres tall, it is the tallest bell tower in the Valencian Community and the second tallest in all of Spain: a slender mass of stone visible from almost any corner of town, crowning the archpriestal church of Santa María.
What to see
The tower rises above the church complex, set among the narrow, steep streets of the old quarter. Its silhouette dominates the skyline and works as a landmark for finding your way around the Vila. Entry to the church is free, so it is worth stepping inside to see the interior before looking up at the tower.
Climbing the tower
The main draw is climbing the bell tower, something only possible on a guided visit run by the Colla de Campaners, the group responsible for ringing the bells the traditional way.
- Guided visits to the tower take place on Sundays.
- Access to the church is free; check the timetable and conditions for the climb on site.
- Combine the visit with a walk through the Barri de la Vila and the Pont Vell.
Frequently asked questions
How tall is the Campanar de Santa María?
It stands 72 metres high, making it the tallest bell tower in the Valencian Community and the second tallest in all of Spain.
Can you climb the Campanar de Santa María tower?
Yes, the Colla de Campaners runs guided visits up the tower on Sundays. Entry to the church itself is free.
Where is the Campanar de Santa María?
It is in the heart of the Barri de la Vila, Ontinyent's old town, crowning the archpriestal church of Santa María.
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