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Concathedral of St. Lucia

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Concathedral of St. Lucia

Concathedral of St. Lucia

The Concathedral of St. Lucia is a Catholic cathedral located in Durrës, dedicated to Saint Lucy. It previously served as the seat of the Diocese of Durrës and currently functions as a co-cathedral of the Archdiocese of the Archdiocese of Tirana-Durrës. Visitors go here to see the religious architecture and the historical seat of the local church.

Getting There

The cathedral is located in an alley south of the city hall. From the city centre, it is accessible via a short walk of a few minutes.

Visit Duration

Allow approximately 30 to 60 minutes to view the exterior and interior of the building.

When to Visit

The site is best visited during the day. Like many religious sites, it may be more crowded during weekend services or religious holidays.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its central location, the cathedral can be combined with several other historical sites within walking distance:

  • Fatih Mosque: 0.1km
  • Roman amphitheatre of Durrës: 0.2km
  • Great Mosque in Durrës: 0.2km
  • Durrës Castle: 0.3km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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