Church of Saint James the Greater

The Church of Saint James the Greater stands on an artificially elevated hill closing the town square from the west, featuring a hall-type three-nave structure with a long presbytery ending in three sides and topped by a 41-meter tower with clock.

First documented in 1346, the church underwent major construction between 1498 and 1512 under Ladislav of Boskovice, with the western portal dated 1501 and 1527, and the nave vaulting completed between 1670 and 1679.

The church serves as the main pilgrimage site in the region, hosting regular festivities dedicated to Saint James the Greater, patron of pilgrims, while maintaining its apostolic and cultural significance within the local community.

The church is freely accessible to the public for both exterior and interior visits during opening hours, with guided tours available and barrier-free access provided for visitors with reduced mobility.

The church features sculptures of Saints Cyril and Methodius by Andreas Schroth flanking the main entrance, while its interior contains oak pews with carvings from the former Dominican monastery that once stood where the castle now stands.

Location: Boskovice

GPS coordinates: 49.48840,16.65850

Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:19