Pilgrim Mass in Santiago de Compostela

[dawnie]

I have recently heard that as the Cathedral in SdC is being renovated that the Pilgrim Mass will not take place there, has anyone heard about this and if so, do you know where the mass for Pilgrim's will be held?
Many thanks

 

[t2andreo]

It is true. The central nave over the main altar, including the mechanism for the Botafumeiro, is being renovated and reconditioned. Hence, the main altar is out of commission for the time being.

Presently, the daily Pilgrim Mass is being held at the Church of San Francisco (St. Francis). It is located "down the street" from the Cathedral to the north, at the end of Rua de San Francisco.

Also, see this Wiki link:

http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Convento_de_San_Francisco_(Santiago_de_Compostela)

Others may know the timetable for completing the work. I invite them to contribute here. However, as the Church of San Francisco does not have a pulley system for a Botafumeiro, it cannot be used.

Hope this helps.

 

[tpmchugh]

I have recently heard that as the Cathedral in SdC is being renovated that the Pilgrim Mass will not take place there, has anyone heard about this and if so, do you know where the mass for Pilgrim's will be held?
Many thanks

In the Church of St Francis. A beautiful church in its own right. Attended a lovely childrens Mass there two years ago.

 

[jfack419]

Does anyone know whether these works will be completed by August? I plan to walk in memory of my grandmother who was a devout Catholic and would have loved to have done this pilgrimage herself. Id like to light a candle for her in the cathedral when I arrive at the end of August. Thank touch advance.