Mohelnice, Administrative town in Šumperk District, Czech Republic
Description
Mohelnice is a town in Šumperk District, Czech Republic, located at an elevation of 267 meters (875 feet). It encompasses seven surrounding villages including Křemačov, Květín, Libivá, Podolí, Řepová, Studená Loučka, and Újezd.
History
The town was first documented in 1141 as part of the Olomouc bishopric and received town status in 1273. It faced attacks from Swedish forces during the Thirty Years' War, a conflict that reshaped much of the region.
Culture
The town square is surrounded by two-story burgher houses that define the center. The Church of Saint Thomas of Canterbury stands as a key landmark, showing how religious spaces shaped daily community life.
Practical
The town connects to major cities via the I/35 road and has railway connections to Prague and Olomouc. These transport links make it easy for visitors to reach the town and explore the surrounding region.
Did you know?
Textile manufacturing started here in 1713, marking the beginning of industrial activity that shaped the town's character. This long tradition of fabric production continues to influence the local economy and built environment today.
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Church of Saint Thomas of Canterbury
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Maria column in Mohelnice
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Mohelnice (klein district)
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2.1 km
All Saints church (Vyšehorky)
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Church of Saint Stanislaus (Mohelnice)
372 m
Church of Saint Mary Magdalene (Studená Loučka)
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Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
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Kostel svaté Maří Magdalény
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Milník
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Jewish cemetery in Mohelnice
1.3 km
Church of Saint Anthony of Padua
3.8 km
Severní brána
89 m
Sousoší Kalvárie ve Studené Loučce na hřbitově
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Statue of Virgin Mary in Mírov
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Památník Edmunda Reittera v Mohelnici na Třebovské ulici
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Socha svatého Jana Nepomuckého
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Socha svatého Jana Nepomuckého
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