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Church San Gines (Arrecife): visit + photos

By Claire ROBINSON, Region Lovers | August 1, 2024 | no intrusive ads, no sponsored content, just some affiliate links - if you use them, we get a small commission (read more)

When you visit Arrecife’s charming San Gines district, you won’t want to miss this pretty parish, typical of the Canary Islands.
Here are some useful tips for planning your visit to San Gines church.

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Is a visit to San Gines worthwhile?
What you can see
Iglesia San Gines in Arrecife: how to get there
Visit: useful tips

Is a visit to San Gines worthwhile?

Yes, the Church of San Ginés in Arrecife is well worth a visit. This parish church, located in the historic quarter, is the town’s oldest and most important, and features typical Canarian architecture, with a Mudejar-style ceiling and volcanic stone walls.

This is one of Arrecife’s main attractions.

What you can see

The lime facade

façade

The facade is both simple and elegant, with a beautiful tree-lined square in front. Take the time to admire it from different angles and take note:

  • Its whitewashed walls are typical of Canary Island architecture.
  • Its bell tower, on the right-hand side, not too high so that we can see the bells.
  • The overall architecture of the façade reflects the traditional style of Canary Islands churches.
  • Its semi-circular pediment
  • Lava stone to accentuate corners

San Gines is the patron saint of Arrecife. The full name of the church is Mother Church of San Ginés Obispo.

Interior structure

3 naves in a square church

This church dates back to 1665 (but stands almost on the site of an earlier church dating from 1564, moved slightly to avoid flooding). It was modified in the 19th century, including the lengthening of the nave and the bell tower.

The church has a square floor plan with 3 naves. Note the arches separating the naves, which are elegant and not typical.

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Wooden ceiling

wooden ceiling

Our favorite architectural feature was the Mudejar-style wooden ceiling.
The carvings were not too busy. We found the stylistic effect very successful.

Painting La Charité

Painting La Charité

The church is not overloaded with paintings and sculptures, and everything stands out well against the white walls.
Among the works to admire is this painting of eight figures representing the Act of Charity. It was painted by Manuel Ponce de Léon in 1847.

The little organ

organ

It’s not a masterpiece, but we found the church’s tiny organ surprising, so we’re sharing a photo with you. We’d love to have heard its sound, and its limitations.

Le Tableau des Animas

Le Tableau des Animas

On the opposite wall is the Tableau des Animas, dating from 1819. It was painted by Don Luis de la Cruz y Rios, painter to King Ferdinand VII.
It shows the Trinity and saints who have reached different levels of perfection.
As in the other painting, it shows charity, which leads from purgatory to heaven.

The chapels

On the sides you’ll also find good-sized chapels with more sculptures and paintings.

The stained glass windows

stained glass

Take time to look at the small stained glass windows. They’re very colorful, and sometimes surprising.

CHOOSING A HOTEL IN Lanzarote

Choosing where to stay:

  • Where to stay in Lanzarote
  • Playa Blanca or Puerto del Carmen or Costa Teguise

Select by hotel type:

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Iglesia San Gines in Arrecife: how to get there

Where to find the church

  • In Arrecife
  • In the old town, to the north, near the San Gines fishing port

Access by car and parking

The church is on a semi-pedestrian street.

As far as parking is concerned, there are several parking lots throughout the city. We particularly recommend Parking Islas Canarias on Avenida de la Mancomunidad. It’s not free, but it has the great advantage of being open 24 hours a day.

Visiting difficulties

The neighborhood and church are easy to visit. The floors are in good condition.

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Visit: useful tips

Schedules and prices

Free access.
Open daily 9am-1pm and 5pm-8pm
Mass daily at 7:30pm and at other times on certain days.

See the latest news on the official website here.

How long

Allow 15min.

Eating out

You’re in the old town, so there are a few tavernas around.
We had an orange juice at Strava – Vermuteria with a great atmosphere.

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