Sanctuary of St. Jadwiga in Trzebnica

The Sanctuary of St. Jadwiga is a brick-built Cistercian monastery with Romanesque architecture located in Trzebnica. The complex includes a basilica, crypt, cloisters, and adjoining buildings arranged around courtyards.

The monastery was founded in the early 13th century as the first female Cistercian convent in Silesia. Papal confirmation helped establish it as a major religious center that shaped the region for centuries.

The place has drawn pilgrims for centuries seeking spiritual comfort and connection. The monastery layout with its church and passages shows how religious life and community practices remain woven into the site today.

The grounds are open daily for visitors to explore the basilica, crypt, and museum with medieval objects. Wearing sturdy shoes is helpful, as the pathways across the monastic grounds can be uneven.

An active hospital in the northern wing is managed by the Borromean Sisters, blending modern medical care with centuries of religious tradition. This combination of shrine and functioning clinic makes the place quite unusual.

Location: Trzebnica

Inception: 1202

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Made from material: brick

Website: http://trzebnica.sds.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.30917,17.06667

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:30