Chapel of the Holy Cross

The Chapel of the Holy Cross is a small religious building in Nové Dvory that displays traditional Czech architectural features with its solid masonry construction. The structure shows the typical design elements common to regional religious buildings of its era.

The chapel was built in connection with the nearby Sedlec Abbey and reflects the religious development of the settlement. Its establishment shows how the area became important for monastic influence during the medieval period.

The chapel forms part of a sacred precinct that gives Nové Dvory its spiritual character, standing alongside other religious buildings that define the community's religious identity. Together with neighboring monuments, it creates a cohesive sacred landscape that visitors can experience.

The chapel sits along the route connecting Prague and Kutná Hora, making it accessible by road. Visitors should know that the site lies within a protected monument area and is best explored on foot.

The chapel is part of a rare ensemble of religious buildings within a single protected zone that includes other sacred structures. This grouping makes the site special for those interested in how religious architecture developed across centuries.

Location: Nové Dvory

GPS coordinates: 49.97053,15.32724

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:04