Cathedral scaffolding

[Deleted member 3000]

It looks like most of it is down or coming down. There is a crane working on the final scaffolding and netting on the right side.

It looks like a very clean Cathedral!!

 

[SabsP]

Oh although I said I would not go back to Santiago.Will have to go and take a look...

 

[Anniesantiago]

It looks like most of it is down or coming down. There is a crane working on the final scaffolding and netting on the right side.

It looks like a very clean Cathedral!!

Are you here in Santiago?

 

[ClaireJJ]

I agree with Sabine. It must be time for a new trip. I want to see the cathedral again. When I was there in 2017, the front was all covered and the inside was chaotic. I want the opportunity to approach it again with a different mindset and with more to see.

 

[nycwalking]

Five trips to Santiago.

I need a sixth.

Oh. Wait.

The Cathedral is headed for interior clean-up?

 

[Rich1]

Fabulous news - I was so disappointed when I arrived in 2015. Earlier this year I was prepared...but am returned in Septemberwith my daughter. Happy days

 

[tomnorth]

I’m excited to see it in 2019.

 

[Deleted member 3000]

Oh. Wait.
The Cathedral is headed for interior clean-up?

The scaffolding and netting are already set up behind the statue of St. James. It will happen (and the botafumeiro shut down for a while)!

 

[Jury taylor]

When is the botafumeiro shutting down? I'll be there about 23 July and was reaLily hoping to see it. Saw it last year with scaffolding outside. Would be sad not to see at the end this year, even if the scaffolding is down...

 

[Terri B]

Time to start planning the return I think!!

 

[t2andreo]

My information is that they are working assiduously to complete all exterior work on the West facing, main facade well before this year's Festa de Santiago on 25 July. That will permit removal of the exterior scaffolding.

They are also pushing to finish all restoration work around the main altar. The Botafumeiro is back in regular (as per policy) use.

I expect some remaining scaffolding on the exterior around the sides or rear (east) facades. Also, some interior scaffolding will remain in the naves and around the main entry as that work is more intensive.

This year, I return for a month or more on 7 July. I will provide updates as indicated by what I observe first- hand.

Hope this helps.

 

[Bob from L.A. !]

Can't wait to see it.............23 more days until "wheels up" !

 

[Jury taylor]

My information is that they are working assiduously to complete all exterior work on the West facing, main facade well before this year's Festa de Santiago on 25 July. That will permit removal of the exterior scaffolding.

They are also pushing to finish all restoration work around the main altar. The Botafumeiro is back in regular (as per policy) use.

I expect some remaining scaffolding on the exterior around the sides or rear (east) facades. Also, some interior scaffolding will remain in the naves and around the main entry as that work is more intensive.

This year, I return for a month or more on 7 July. I will provide updates as indicated by what I observe first- hand.

Hope this helps.

Thank you, I'll probably arrive in Santiago on 23 July so it will be cutting it fine. But I would love to see another botafumeiro!

 

[twh]

at noon mass on June 17, 2018 saw both the scaffolding on the exterior and botafumeiro on the interior

 

[HalfDomeOrBust]

My information is that they are working assiduously to complete all exterior work on the West facing, main facade well before this year's Festa de Santiago on 25 July. That will permit removal of the exterior scaffolding.

They are also pushing to finish all restoration work around the main altar. The Botafumeiro is back in regular (as per policy) use.

I expect some remaining scaffolding on the exterior around the sides or rear (east) facades. Also, some interior scaffolding will remain in the naves and around the main entry as that work is more intensive.

This year, I return for a month or more on 7 July. I will provide updates as indicated by what I observe first- hand.

Hope this helps.

Thanks T2andreo. Very informative!!!

 

[Deleted member 3000]

Can't wait to see it.............23 more days until "wheels up" !

There is still a little bit to the right of the door. I think they still need to clear up the stairs, too. It is looking good!!

 

[Bob from L.A. !]

That project has been going on, I believe, since 2014. It will be great to see it again without the scaffolding some day..

 

[Margaret Butterworth]

Webcam view of Cathedral
Click for various views of the Prazo de Obradoiro. Best in daylight hours!

 

[Kanga]

Oh goodness, how that does make my heart beat faster!

 

[JMac56]

As Maxwell Smart would say, "Missed it by THAT much!" Oh well, just have to go back again next year.

 

[Deleted member 3000]

The scaffolding and netting are gone except for the right stairs. The wood covering of the doors has been removed. They really may be finishing!

 

[Mugatu]

This is exciting news! 4 more days till wheels up

 

[Jeff Crawley]

THIS might ring a bell (pun intended)

 

[Jeff Crawley]

Webcam view of Cathedral
Click for various views of the Prazo de Obradoiro. Best in daylight hours!

You mean I walked all that way and it's on the internet . . . .

 

[Peter Crowe]

I agree with Sabine. It must be time for a new trip. I want to see the cathedral again. When I was there in 2017, the front was all covered and the inside was chaotic. I want the opportunity to approach it again with a different mindset and with more to see.

I totally agree. Well worth the journey see it in all its splendour. We too were there in 2017 and were a little disappointed, but finishing the Camino was too great to let a little scaffolding sour the event