Church of Our Lady, Sławno

The Church of Our Lady is a brick structure featuring a basilica layout with a central nave, two side aisles, and a four-sided tower rising above the town. The building stands on solid stone foundations that have supported it through centuries of use and changes.

Construction spanned from 1326 to 1364 under the sponsorship of Duchess Sophia, wife of Duke Barnim IV of Pomerania. The building later changed religious functions during the Reformation but returned to Catholic use after World War II under Franciscan care.

The church embodies layers of religious change that shaped the town for centuries. Walking through it, you sense how the building served different communities and beliefs across generations.

The building sits in the center of Sławno and is easy to reach on foot while exploring the town. As an active place of worship, it is best visited during daytime hours when the church is more open to visitors.

A 15th century addition on the north side features an unusual L-shaped plan that stands out from typical medieval church design. This asymmetrical layout gives the building a distinctive character that many visitors overlook.

Location: Sławno

Made from material: brick

Website: http://slawno.koszalin.opoka.org.pl

GPS coordinates: 54.36250,16.67940

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:20