Kostel Navštívení P. Marie Church
The Church of Visitation of the Virgin Mary is located on the square of ČSA in Albrechtice in the district Bruntál and is among the most valuable buildings of Upper Silesia. This late Baroque parish church is registered in the Central List of Cultural Monuments of the Czech Republic and protected since 1958.
In the place of today's church was since 1610 an older church which burned down in 1746. The renewal lasted five years - from 1747 to 1752. The builder of костела was Georg Friedrich Gans, Krnov townsman and experienced builder. Today's form of construction dates back to the last quarter of the 18th century and represents the late Baroque quality of its era.
Architectural is the most valuable facade oriented into the square. The western facade is decorated with a dominant prism tower. The church is built of bricks and its ground plan is a single-boat, cross-shaped, ending with a half-circle conclusion. The western facade of украuje a series of pilavers with composite headers, the middle part stands forward and is completed by a triangular shield. Side facades split the lizene frames. At the south side there is a rectangular chapel with semicircular closure, on the north side is a sacristy.
The interior in the Baroque spirit contains paintings from the painter Albert Adam on the altar. The fresco painting is ornamental with motifs from the scenes of the Marian cycle. The bells that are an inherent part of every temple have an interesting history. The original bells were not preserved. In 1909 three new bells were consecrated: Marie (593 kg), St. Family (310 kg) and St. Francis of Assisi (190 kg). But during the First World War, military governments seized them. In 1925, the church was equipped with four new bells, which were written by Rudolf Perner's South Czech bell shop near České Budějovice. The bell of St. Michael reached 1100 kg and 118 cm in diameter, the bell of Mary weighed 500 kg (95 cm in diameter), and the bell of Jesus 300 kg (80 cm in diameter). These bells are still protected as a cultural monument.
The Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary is a testament to renewal and endurance. If you visit the City of Albrechtice, it is worth crossing it, especially its richly divided baroque facade and quiet interior decorated by Albert Adam.
Then and now
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Historical milestones
- 1610
- The origin of the original church.
- 1746
- Burning down the original building.
- 1747
- The beginning of church renewal.
- 1958
- Entry into the list of cultural monuments of the Czech Republic.
Architectural development
The church is built of bricks and has a single floor plan in the shape of a cross with a semicircular closure. The architectural style corresponds to the late Baroque with pilasters and composite headers on the facade. Today's form with the octogonal tower is the result of baroque reconstruction.
Historical events
In 1746 the original church burned down from 1610. The construction was restored between 1747 and 1752. In 1958, the monument was declared a cultural monument.
Owners
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Points of interest
- The church is one of the most valuable buildings in Upper Silesia and is protected since 1958. - In the place of today's church was since 1610 an older church which burned down in 1746. - Architecturally most valuable is the facade oriented into the square, decorated with a dominant prism tower. - The interior contains paintings on the altar from the painter Albert Adam and ornamental frescos with motifs of the Marian cycle. - In 1925 the church was equipped with four new bells from the South Bohemian bell shop.
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On the square in Město Albrechticích in the Bruntál region stands a late Baroque parish church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary. Since nineteen fifty-eight, it has been protected as a cultural monument.
Today's church stands on the site of an older sanctuary from sixteen ten. That one burned down in seventeen forty-six and the very next year renovation began, which lasted until seventeen fifty-two. The construction was led by Georg Friedrich Gans, a burgher and builder from Krnov. The church acquired its present appearance in the last quarter of the eighteenth century.
The church is built of brick. It has a single nave and a cross-shaped ground plan, which ends with a semicircular apse. A prismatic tower is drawn into the western façade. On the southern side adjoins a rectangular chapel with a semicircular closure, on the northern side a rectangular sacristy.
Architecturally, the most valuable is the façade facing the square, which is dominated by the tower itself. It is divided by pilasters with composite capitals. The central part of the façade projects slightly forward and is crowned by a triangular gable. The lateral façades are divided by pilaster strips with frames.
Inside, there are paintings by the artist Alberto Adam on the altar. The fresco painting combines ornamental decoration with scenes from the Marian cycle.
The bells have an interesting history. The original ones did not survive. In nineteen oh-nine, three new ones were consecrated: the bell of Mary weighing five hundred and ninety-three kilograms, the bell of the Holy Family weighing three hundred and ten kilograms, and the bell of Saint Francis of Assisi weighing one hundred and ninety kilograms. During the First World War, however, they were confiscated.
The church received a replacement in nineteen twenty-five. The new bells were cast by the workshop of Rudolf Perner near České Budějovice. The largest is the bell of Saint Michael, weighing one thousand one hundred kilograms and measuring one hundred and eighteen centimetres in diameter. The bell of Mary weighs five hundred kilograms and measures ninety-five centimetres in diameter. The bell of Jesus weighs three hundred kilograms and measures eighty centimetres in diameter. These bells are protected as monuments today.
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: Město Albrechtice, Moravskoslezský kraj. 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. 38687/8-129).
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Themed route
1. Exterior of the church Visiting P. Marie - architecture. Inspection of the exterior facade and architectural details of the building. 2. Church ship - interior. The main space of the temple intended for prayer and quiet contemplation. 3. Main altar - sacral art. The dominant element of the interior, which represents the spiritual center of the monument. 4. Church area - outdoor area. The immediate surroundings of the building providing peace and space for thought.
Seasonal recommendations
Spring: In spring, the church's surroundings awaken to life and the new greenery gives the place a fresh look. The soft morning light beautifully highlights the details of sacral architecture and creates an optimistic atmosphere. We recommend taking layered clothes because morning temperatures can still be low. It is best to visit the memory of the morning, when the air is the purest and the minimum.
Summer: The summer season brings the longest days and intense sunlight, which falls directly on the facade of the building. In the main summer season there may be more people around the monument, so it is advisable to arrive early in the morning to avoid the greatest heat and possible crowds. Don't forget the sun protection and plenty of fluids while walking around.
Autumn: Autumn turns the surroundings into a varied palette of golden and brown shades, creating a calm and deep atmosphere suitable for contemplation. The morning mist can give the church a mysterious touch. For a visit it is ideal to choose afternoon hours when the sun shines low and the colors are the most distinctive. Prepare a waterproof and windproof jacket, because the weather is changing this time of year.
Winter: In winter, the church is very quiet and majestic, especially if the surrounding area is covered with snow. Light is weaker in this period, which can create a very spiritual atmosphere in the interior. It is necessary to take very warm clothes and quality shoes.
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