Saint James church in Wągrowiec

The Saint James Church exhibits late Gothic architecture with stone foundations, cylindrical towers, and nine distinct altar installations within its brick walls.

Built in the sixteenth century to replace a wooden structure, the church maintains strong connections to the Cistercian monastery that influenced local development.

Nine altars grace the interior of Saint James Church, including a preserved sixteenth-century piece that represents religious artistry of the period.

The church stands at coordinates 52.8042 latitude and 17.1956 longitude in central Wągrowiec, alongside an 1847 bell tower restored in 2004.

The church structure incorporates granite stones obtained from a former monastery, integrating historical materials into its architectural composition.

Location: Wągrowiec

Architectural style: Gothic art

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 52.80420,17.19560

Latest update: March 3, 2025 22:48