Scala Coeli Towers | Salamanca

Scala Coeli (Stairway to Heaven) is the tourist route that allows access to the twin Baroque towers of La Clerecía (Royal College of the Company of Jesus) in Salamanca.

Visual Characteristics

The experience is defined by the ascent through the interior of the towers, leading to a balcony that connects the two spires. The structure is built of the signature golden Villamayor sandstone. From the top, the perspective emphasizes the density of Salamanca’s historic domes and spires at eye-level.

Location & Access

Address: C. de la Compañía, 5, 37002 Salamanca.

Entry: Accessed through the main entrance of the Pontifical University of Salamanca.

Admission: Paid entry (separate from or combined with the church visit).

Hours: Daily, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.

Key Highlights

Panoramic Views: Offers arguably the most comprehensive 360-degree view of Salamanca, including a direct line of sight to the Cathedral's dome and tower.

Bell Room: The ascent passes through the historic belfry, where the original mechanisms and bells are visible.

Connecting Balcony: A narrow walkway between the two towers allows visitors to transition from one side of the facade to the other while high above the street.

Historical Context

The towers were completed in the 18th century as part of the massive Jesuit complex. The "Scala Coeli" initiative was launched as a permanent tourist exhibition in 2012 to celebrate the city’s skyline and provide public access to these vantage points.

Nearby Landmarks

Casa de las Conchas: Directly across the street.

Plaza Mayor: 0.3km North.

Salamanca Cathedral: 0.3km South.

University of Salamanca: 0.2km South.