kostel Nalezení a Povýšení svatého Kříže Church
Church Finding and Ascension The cross is a single boat, originally baroque parish sanctuary in the village Moravec in the district of Žďár nad Sázavou in the Vysočina Region. It was created by reconstruction of the chateau chapel from 1628 and later underwent classical modifications. This building is protected as a cultural monument of the Czech Republic within the chateau area and contains a collection of exotic plants and trees.
This church forms an integral part of the original chateau in Moravec. The basis for a later reconstruction was an earlier chapel built in 1628 in the period of reCatholisation after the Thirty Years War, which initially fell under the Parish of the Pages. In 1747, the Chapel Chaplain was established and the parish itself was established in 1784. Ten years later, in 1794, the chapel was extended by a church boat with bark and a side altar.
During its existence, the building underwent a significant development from the original chapel to the Baroque stages to the classical form. On 17 April 1825 the church and the chateau were hit by a devastating fire. Subsequently, the building was reconstructed and rebuilt into a classical style, which corresponded to the European trend of returning to purity of lines and ancient patterns. Another reconstruction took place between 1882 and 1889 and a new farm building was built in 1889. The church tower also underwent a significant change in 1900, when the original wooden bell tower was replaced by a new stone building. Later construction work took place after 1976 under the direction of architect Josef Valerian.
During modern history, the church lost almost all the bells as a result of props in 1943. Only one piece originating in 1881 remained on the scene. New bells were made in 1958 and in 1951 the interior was enriched with new organ.
Today, the church is part of a valuable area of the rural aristocratic estate, which was classicically adapted after 1825. This complex includes a multi-wing storey chateau building, an organically connected church, a chateau building and a large English park with a lime alley and a fenced wall. The whole complex is a valuable example of historical architecture connected with the chateau park and a collection of exotic plants and trees and is therefore worth visiting every interested person in the Czech cultural heritage.
Then and now
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Historical milestones
- 1628
- construction of the original chateau chapel
- 1784
- parish formation
- 1794
- extension of chapel with church boat with bark and side altar
- 1825
- fire and subsequent reconstruction into classical form
- 1900
- construction of a new church tower
Architectural development
The construction began as a chapel in 1628, in 1794 it was extended by a boat with bark and side altar. After the fire in 1825, it was rebuilt into a classical style. In 1900, the original wooden tower was replaced by a new stone building.
Historical events
1825: The fire of the church and the chateau, followed by classical reconstruction. 1943: Recruitment of almost all church bells.
Points of interest
- The church was created by reconstruction of the chateau chapel from 1628 and later passed through classical modifications. - There is a collection of exotic plants and trees within the chateau area. On 17 April 1825, the church and the chateau were hit by a devastating fire. - In 1900 the original wooden bell tower was replaced by a new stone building. - In 1943 the church lost as a result of props almost all the bells and there was only one piece left in 1881.
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The Church of the Invention of the Holy Cross in Moravec in the Vysočina region is also referred to as the Church of the Invention and Exaltation of the Holy Cross. It is the parish church of the Roman Catholic parish of Moravec and stands in the castle grounds, of which it is a part. Together with the castle, it is protected as a cultural monument. In the castle and church grounds there is also a collection of exotic plants and trees.
The church did not originate as an independent structure. Its foundation is a castle chapel built in sixteen twenty-eight. Initially it belonged under the parish of Strážek. In seventeen forty-seven a castle chaplain was appointed there, and in seventeen eighty-four the parish of Moravec was established. Ten years later, in seventeen ninety-four, the chapel was extended with a church nave with a choir and a side altar. Thus a single-nave Baroque building was created.
On April seventeenth, eighteen twenty-five, the church and castle burned down. During reconstruction, the church received a Classicist appearance, as did the castle. Further reconstruction took place between eighteen eighty-two and eighteen eighty-nine. In eighteen eighty-nine a new parish house was also built. In nineteen hundred the church acquired a new bell tower, which replaced the original wooden one.
In the twentieth century, changes concerned mainly the furnishings. In nineteen forty-three almost all the bells were confiscated and only the bell from eighteen eighty-one remained. The church received new bells only in nineteen fifty-eight. In nineteen fifty-one new organs were installed. After nineteen seventy-six the church underwent further reconstruction, which was led by Josef Valerián.
Tips for visitors
The best time to visit the Church of Finding and Ascension of the Holy Cross in Moravec is in the morning, when the quiet atmosphere of Vysočina increases the spiritual character of the place and the sunlight pleasantly radiates the surrounding chateau area. With you pack comfortable shoes for walking in the outdoor areas, drinking water and even a small snack, because there may not always be refreshments in the immediate vicinity of the premises. For photography lovers, it offers the best pictures of the church exterior combined with adjacent historical architecture, where the best natural light can be found during the morning hours. When it comes to nearby trips within 30 minutes of the location, you can visit the neighbouring Castle Moravec and the following English park with a picturesque lime alley and original fenced wall, which are ideal for a quiet walk with the whole family.
Frequently asked questions
Can the monument be visited?
Religious buildings are usually open mainly during services; at other times a visit is normally arranged with the parish or the operator. We have not verified specific times.
Where is the monument?
Location: č.p. 1, Moravec, Kraj Vysočina. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
Why is the monument protected?
It is listed in the Central List of Cultural Monuments of the Czech Republic as a cultural monument (register no. 39464/7-4219). It is protected as part of a larger listed ensemble.
For kids
More than 326 years ago, a wonderful building was created, which became the real jewel of Moravec, a small town full of stories and secrets. The Church of the Finding and Ascension of the Holy Cross is like an ancient book with an envelope of gold coloured, which people and priests love to read. This church is located on the territory of the ancient castle Moravec and is like a big stone built in the heart of the village.
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Castle Moravec, English park with lime alley and wall.
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Themed route
1. Castle Moravec Type: Historical residence Why is it worth a visit: This impressive chateau forms the natural center of the village and offers a view of regional history. Its architecture attracts the discovery of the chateau grounds.
2. English park with lime alley and fallow zdí Type: Chateau park Why is it worth a visit: A large park surrounding the mansion is an ideal place for a peaceful walk. Visitors can admire the growing lime alley and historical fenced wall.
3. Church Finding and Ascension of the Holy Cross Type: Sacral monument Why is it worth a visit: The main destination of the trip is an important church building with a rich history. Its interior and exterior form an integral spiritual and building dominance of the whole site.
Seasonal recommendations
Spring in the village Moravec reveals kostel Nalezení a Povýšení svatého Kříže after winter sleep in the waking nature Highlands, when surrounding trees and lawns gain fresh green color and soft sunlight pleasantly irradiate the stone facade. In this period there is a quiet atmosphere ideal for contemplating and discovering the details of architecture without large crowds of tourists. The practical advice is to choose fixed shoes because spring melting and frequent showers can turn adjacent roads into muddy sections, and to enter a cooler interior is suitable lighter jackets or sweaters, with the best lighting conditions for shooting you will reach in the morning.
Summer brings lush vegetation and long sunny days to the surroundings, during which the rays reach the church tower until late evening, creating dramatic shadows on the historic facade. The atmosphere is alive thanks to tourists passing through Vysočina Region, which means that it is necessary to count on higher attendance during the main holiday months. It is recommended that early morning or late afternoon be the best time to visit, when it is worth escaping the greatest noon heat, with the necessary equipment being headgear, plenty of fluids and comfortable summer clothes, but still respecting the sanctity of the place.
Autumn transforms the scene around the shrine into a colorful palette of shades of yellow, red and brown, with morning fog often rolling over the landscape and giving this place a mysterious and melancholic character. Visitors will find deep calm here at this time, as the summer waves of tourists have already fallen off, making it possible to enjoy history without disturbing influences. From the point of view of practical advice it is necessary to think about the unkind and windy weather, so it is worth wearing warm layers of clothing, windbreaker and waterproof shoes, and to plan a tour for the early afternoon while still warm the weak autumn sun.
Winter in Moravec wraps kostel Nalezení a Povýšení svatého Kříže into a snow blanket that dampens the sounds of the outside world and creates a clean, fairy-tale atmosphere underlined by early dimming and festive mood in advent time. You will not meet crowds here in the winter months at all, which guarantees maximum concentration and chamber experience of the entire location. Practical advice includes the need to use very warm winter clothes, hats and gloves, as heating in historical churches is usually minimal, and due to a shorter day and early dark, it is best to take a tour in the morning or around noon.
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