Church of Peace in Świdnica
Kościół Pokoju w Świdnicy
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and Europe's largest timber-framed Baroque church, built without a single iron nail, with room for about 7,500 people.
The church was built in 1656–1657. Under the terms of the Peace of Westphalia, Protestants were allowed to build churches only from timber, clay and straw, outside the city walls, and complete them within a year. Inside are multiple tiers of wooden galleries, an ornate Baroque altar, a pulpit and an organ, with painted decoration that is breathtaking. It is about 55 km from Wrocław, roughly one hour by train or car, and can be combined with Książ Castle on a day trip.
Opening hours
Approx. April–October, 9:00 am–5:00 pm; shorter in winter (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Książ Castle
- Ślęża
- Sky Tower Wrocław
- Four Denominations District & Neon Side Gallery
- Passage (Monument to the Anonymous Pedestrians)
- Royal Palace, Wrocław (City Museum)
- St. Elizabeth's Church & Hansel and Gretel Houses
- Wrocław Dwarfs