Saint Andrew church in Gilowice

The Saint Andrew church stands at 375 meters elevation, featuring traditional wooden architecture with a rectangular nave and chancel constructed from fir wood.

Built in 1545 under the patronage of Krzysztof Komorowski, the church was moved to its current location in Gilowice in 1757 from Rychwałd.

The interior displays Late Baroque altarpiece, Early Baroque pulpit, and a baptismal font decorated with the Korczak coat of arms.

The church maintains regular services on weekends and received official monument status from the Silesian Voivodeship registry under number A/1091/2022.

The church grounds include ancient oak trees over 700 years old, which are designated as natural monuments.

Location: Gilowice, Żywiec County

Elevation above the sea: 375 m

Made from material: wood

GPS coordinates: 49.71280,19.30702

Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:43