Church of Saint Florian in Krásné Březno, Saxon Renaissance church in Krásné Březno, Czech Republic

The Church of Saint Florian is a Renaissance building with stone vaulting, diamond-shaped doors, and tall galleries that structure the interior. The carefully crafted details show the workmanship quality of the building period.

Built in 1597–1604 as a private Lutheran chapel of the Virgin Mary for Rudolf III of Bünau and his household, it was permitted by Emperor Rudolf II on condition that it remain closed to the public. It was dedicated to Saint Florian only in 1897, when a Roman Catholic parish was established. Repairs are recorded in 1897, 1926 and 2011–2014; it became a national cultural monument in 2008.

The altar draws attention with its fine alabaster reliefs showing scenes from Christ's life and reflecting the religious craftsmanship of the period. These artworks told stories that brought worshippers closer to their faith during prayer.

The church is open to visitors at weekends and on public holidays with guided service from April to September, and on weekdays by prior arrangement year-round. Catholic Mass is held every Saturday at 4 pm. The main entrance faces north, away from the chateau grounds, and after 18th-century floods raised the surrounding terrain the portal sits about a metre below ground level.

The interior features net-like vaulting where ribs interweave in a pattern rather than running in straight lines, a technique that creates an unusual spatial effect. This rare design shows the skill of the builders at that time.