Statue of St. Wenceslaus

The Statue of St. Wenceslaus shows a rider on horseback made from bronze, standing on a granite base surrounded by four smaller figures of saints. The base lifts the group high enough to be visible across the square, and the metal surface catches light as people pass by.

Josef Václav Myslbek began working on the sculpture in the late 19th century and completed it several decades later, shortly before his death. He used an army stallion as a model for the horse, observing the animal over a long period to capture its form.

People meet at the sculpture because it stands in a busy part of the square where everyone can see it clearly. Friends and groups often arrange to gather here before exploring the rest of the city together.

The sculpture stands in the open part of the square, so you can walk around it completely and see it from every side without obstruction. Early morning or late evening visits work better if you want to get closer and avoid larger crowds gathering nearby.

Bronze chains decorated with linden leaves run around the base, which you only notice when stepping closer to examine the details. These elements reference the linden trees that once lined many streets in the city and still grow in parks today.

Location: Prague 1

Location: New Town

Inception: 1912

Creator: Josef Václav Myslbek

Architectural style: realism, Realism

Elevation above the sea: 217 m

Height: 720 cm

Made from material: bronze, stone

GPS coordinates: 50.07978,14.42973

Latest update: December 14, 2025 21:19