Church of St. Mary in Bytom, Gothic church in Śródmieście, Bytom, Poland.
The Church of St. Mary is a medieval stone structure in central Bytom featuring pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and buttresses that support its walls. The Gothic design is visible from outside, with soaring vertical lines and stone details that draw the eye upward.
Founded in 1201, this structure predates the city itself and ranks among the oldest buildings in Bytom. It has witnessed over 800 years of regional development and change.
The interior contains 17th-century paintings and a Baroque altar that reveal artistic tastes from that period. These works show what mattered aesthetically to people living in this region centuries ago.
The church sits in Bytom's central pedestrian area and is straightforward to reach. Visitors can walk inside during designated times, and the space accommodates both casual viewing and scheduled tours.
Below the main floor sits a vault containing remains of the Henckel von Donnersmarck family, landowners who shaped this region's growth. This underground space connects you to people whose decisions affected the entire area.
Location: Bytom
Inception: 13 century
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Address: ul. ks. Karola Koziołka
GPS coordinates: 50.34780,18.92250
Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:03
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