Sacral monuments | Central Moravia

Church of St. Moritz

The church is one of the most valuable Gothic buildings in Moravia and boasts the largest organ in Central Europe. Every year in September, the organ rings out as part of the International Organ Festival. After extensive reconstruction, the church ... (more)

Basilica minor of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary

The Baroque church, elevated to the status of Basilica Minor by Pope John Paul II in 1995, is the destination of thousands of pilgrims every year. From the basilica, you can enjoy an amazing view of the city of Olomouc, which is only 5 km away. On ... (more)

St. John Sarkander Chapel

On the site of today's chapel, there used to be a town prison where the Catholic priest Jan Sarkander, to whom the chapel is dedicated, was martyred in 1620. In the chapel's basement, there is an original torture scraper and a well-built over the ... (more)

Church of the Virgin Mary of the Snow

The inspiration for the construction of the Baroque church in Olomouc was the Church of St. Nicholas in the Lesser Town in Prague. The church from the beginning of the 18th century, located in the heart of the city, stands out especially for its r ... (more)

St. Wenceslas Cathedral

Olomouc's neo-Gothic cathedral is often compared to St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York. The Olomouc one, however, has a much richer history... St. Wenceslas Cathedral in Olomouc is one of its dominants and a definite must on your travel bucket li ... (more)

St. Michael's Church

The three domes of the Baroque church, which complete the characteristic panorama of the town, were the first such building in Moravia. The domes symbolize the Holy Trinity - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. One of the most beautiful Baroque churches ... (more)

Sternberg Monastery

The former Augustinian monastery offers trips into history through experiential tours, enlivened by playing musical instruments or a puppet show. The tour takes you through the majestic complex, including the historic halls and cellars, and introd ... (more)

Jewish cemetery in Loštice

Did you know that there is a Jewish cemetery in Loštice near Olomouc? Its most ancient tombstones date back to the end of the 17th century and are shrouded in many stories. Discover this mystical place with a mysterious atmosphere. The cemetery w ... (more)

Sacral monuments Central moravia