Church of Saint Wenceslaus

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Church of Saint Wenceslaus, Gothic church in Svojšice, Czech Republic.

The Church of Saint Wenceslaus displays twin towers reaching 50 meters in height, featuring a three-aisled nave and Neo-Renaissance architectural elements throughout its structure.

Construction of the Church of Saint Wenceslaus took place between 1881 and 1885 under the direction of architect Antonín Barvitius, marking a period of religious expansion.

The interior contains fourteen stained glass windows beneath a polychromed wooden coffered ceiling, while the main altar incorporates multiple types of Carrara marble.

Regular Roman Catholic services are conducted in the church, with specific schedules established for September through June and separate timings for July and August.

The main portal presents a maiolica relief depicting Saint Wenceslaus accompanied by two angels, created by sculptor Ludvík Šimek.

Location: Svojšice

GPS coordinates: 50.00261,15.04401

Latest update: March 21, 2025 21:39

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