Toleranzkirche

The Toleranzkirche in Vsetín is a Protestant church marked by a three-level gallery and a prominent canopied altar featuring a representation of the Last Supper. The interior combines functional religious architecture with decorative elements typical of its building period.

The church was founded in 1783 following Emperor Joseph II's Tolerance Patent of 1781, making it one of the first tolerance churches in Moravia. Major renovations including a tower with steel bells took place between 1881 and 1898.

The name references Emperor Joseph II's Tolerance Patent of 1781, which granted local Protestants new religious freedom. Today the congregation uses this space for regular worship, keeping alive the historical importance of these tolerance churches.

The building stands in the town center at Palackého 153 and is easily reached on foot. Keep in mind that this is an active place of worship, so visitor access may be limited to certain times outside of services.

Just after its founding, the congregation split in 1785 into Lutheran and Reformed groups, leading to construction of a second church in 1827. This division reveals how religious freedom allowed different faith communities to establish separate buildings.

Location: Vsetín

Inception: 1783

GPS coordinates: 49.34151,17.99558

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:44