Church of Saint John of Nepomuk

The Church of Saint John of Nepomuk is a Baroque building in Jižní Předměstí organized around a central plan supported by ten pillars. Its interior showcases a distinctive geometric layout that repeatedly incorporates elements arranged in groups of five throughout the space.

Construction began in 1734 under architect K.I. Dientzenhofer, replacing an older place of worship from the middle 1600s. The earlier building had been destroyed by fire in 1686 and was rebuilt with this Baroque structure.

The church is dedicated to Saint John of Nepomuk, a figure deeply rooted in local religious identity and tradition. Visitors can observe how the space continues to serve as a gathering place for both worship and community reflection.

The interior layout can feel complex due to its geometric design, so visitors benefit from taking time to explore unhurried. A flashlight or phone light helps reveal the intricate frescoes and carved details on the ceilings and altars, which are harder to see in dimmer corners.

The building combines Baroque shapes with neo-Gothic details in a way that appears rare in such structures, visible especially in the carved altars and frescoed ceilings. This unusual blend happened because the construction and decoration took place across different periods with varying artistic approaches.

Location: Jižní Předměstí

Address: Klatovská třída 45/45, Plzeň 3-Jižní Předměstí

GPS coordinates: 49.73840,13.37140

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:44