Cistercian Abbey comlex of Koprzywnica

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Cistercian Abbey comlex of Koprzywnica

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Cistercian Abbey comlex of Koprzywnica, Romanesque monastery complex in Koprzywnica, Poland.

The monastic compound includes a basilica church with a three-aisled nave, transept, and cloisters surrounding an internal courtyard with three wings.

Founded in 1178 through Prince Kazimierz the Just's support, the first monks arrived from Morimond Abbey in France to establish this religious center.

The chapter house preserves original Romanesque architectural elements, including decorated rib vaults that demonstrate medieval craftsmanship techniques of Lesser Poland.

The monastery church maintains regular services while other sections of the complex remain open for visitors interested in medieval religious architecture.

The monastery's eastern wing contains one of Poland's most complete surviving examples of 13th-century Cistercian architectural planning and stone masonry.

Location: Koprzywnica

Inception: 1178

GPS coordinates: 50.58333,21.56667

Latest update: October 1, 2025 21:00

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