Lovosice

Lovosice is an administrative center in Litoměřice District situated along the Elbe River banks, blending industrial and residential zones across the local landscape. Positioned at roughly 151 meters in elevation, the town combines older architectural forms with contemporary housing developments.

The Battle of Lobositz in 1756 marked a turning point when Prussian and Austrian forces clashed during the Seven Years' War near this location. A major castle fire in 1809 led to extensive reconstruction that significantly altered its original appearance.

The Church of Saint Wenceslaus anchors the town center with its Baroque design and original interior decorations that reflect local devotion to Czech traditions. The Renaissance castle once served as a seat of local power and now functions as an educational institution within the community.

The town is easily reached via the D8 motorway, which connects it to Prague and Ústí nad Labem for straightforward road travel. A railway station offers regular connections to major Czech cities for those preferring train journeys.

The Church of Saint Wenceslaus was built between 1733 and 1748 and contains original frescoes and an ornate altar that visitors often overlook. This Baroque interior preserves craftsmanship from the period that few tourists notice when passing through.

Location: Litoměřice District

Location: upravni občinski okoliš z razširjenimi pristojnostmi Lovosice

Elevation above the sea: 151 m

Shares border with: Lukavec, Mlékojedy, Keblice, Lhotka nad Labem, Vchynice, Žalhostice, Sulejovice, Siřejovice, Terezín, Píšťany

Email: meulovo@meulovo.cz

Website: http://meulovo.cz

GPS coordinates: 50.51512,14.05113

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:26