Church of the Nativity, Roman Catholic church on Kupkovo Square in Opočno, Czech Republic

The Church of the Nativity (Kostel Narození Páně) is a plain Capuchin structure on Kupkovo Square, oriented to the east, with the convent buildings attached to its north side set back from the main facade. The main altarpiece from the first half of the 18th century shows the birth of Christ in Bethlehem, with the founder Louis Colloredo of Waldsee holding a model of the church in its lower right corner.

The Capuchin provincial chapter decided in 1673 to found a convent in Opočno, and Count Louis Colloredo of Waldsee laid the foundation stone on 30 June 1674. The church was built between 1676 and 1678 by architect Bruno of České Budějovice and Italian builder Bernardo Minelli. After a fire in 1733 it was restored by 1735, and the Capuchins served here until 1950.

The church gave rise to Opočno's Porcinkule, the town's main annual cultural event, a pilgrimage held in early August for the Franciscan feast of the Portiuncula, the consecration of the Chapel of St Mary of the Angels near Assisi on 2 August 1208. The wooden pulpit from the first half of the 18th century carries statues of the divine virtues, faith, hope and love, with Moses on its canopy.

Visitors typically enter the church through the main entrance on the western side and can ask for information if they want to learn more about the interior. It is worth checking ahead whether visits are possible, as opening hours may be limited or dependent on service schedules.

The main altarpiece from the first half of the 18th century shows the Nativity in Bethlehem, and in its lower-right corner the founder Louis Colloredo of Waldsee is painted holding a model of the church, with his wife Maria Eleonora and daughter Maria Antonia beside him.