Wooden churches of Southern Lesser Poland

The collection contains eight UNESCO World Heritage churches constructed using horizontal log technique with Gothic, Baroque, and Rococo decorative elements.

Built between the 14th and 16th centuries, these churches represent medieval religious architecture traditions influenced by Roman Catholic and Orthodox building methods.

The buildings feature polychrome interiors, intricate wooden altarpieces, and decorated walls that display regional artistic techniques developed over several centuries.

Visitors can access the churches through marked trails and road signs, though opening hours differ at each location and advance arrangements may be necessary.

The Church of Haczów, constructed in 1388, maintains its status as the largest and oldest preserved Gothic wooden church throughout Europe.

Location: Lesser Poland Voivodeship

Made from material: wood

Website: http://szlak.wrotamalopolski.pl

GPS coordinates: 49.63059,21.18605

Latest update: May 11, 2025 06:04