Kostel Povýšení svatého Kříže (Linhartovy) Church
The Church of the Elevation of the Holy Cross is located in the village Linhartovy near the local chateau. Empire parish church has been protected as a cultural monument since 1958.
Until 1833, the village did not have its own temple. Instead, the believers met in the chateau chapel of St. Hyacint in the local chateau, but it stopped being sufficient over time - it was capacically inconvenient and technical difficulties arose. In the 1920s, money was provided for the church. The construction started in 1833 and according to the documents it was completed in the following year when the church was consecrated.
The newly built temple was gradually replenished. In 1862, the municipality acquired an organ. O plusieurs later, in 1901, there was a major reconstruction - an internal painting was carried out by the painter Gustav Pršeček. The church thus acquired the current form of interior equipment.
The First World War brought unnecessary disasters to the temple. Brass candlesticks and bells were restored for war purposes. It took until 1925 for the bells to return home. In 1928, an organ exchange took place. The Second World War once again affected the church - the bells were repossessed.
After the end of World War II followed a long period during which the church was kept minimally. It was only in the 1990s that more extensive reconstruction took place. The roof was repaired, the windows were replaced, the paintings were restored and the restoration work on the statues was carried out.
From an architectural point of view, the church is built from bricks and has a single boat plan. The presbytery is detached and right-angled, part of the layout is oblong sacristy. The main facade of the church is interestingly addressed - its central part is highlighted by the belt rustic, which runs out two Tuscan pilasters. The facade is not without a vertical equity - a characteristic prism tower is turned off above its centre, which ends with a needle roof. The whole roof is protected by slate cover.
Today, the church is a place where history flows with ordinary religious practice. It is a testimony about the emancipation of this village and how local believers have enforced the need for their own temple. Churches like this are part of the identity of the Czech countryside and its architectural heritage.
Then and now
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Historical milestones
- 1833
- Opening of the church building, which replaced the chapel at castle Linhartovy
- 1834
- The church was consecrated and finished
- 1862
- Organ acquisition
- 1958
- Registered as a cultural monument
Architectural development
The church was built in 1833-1834 in Empire style. In 1901 there was a reconstruction with internal painting. In the 1990s, extensive reconstruction of the roof, windows and paintings took place, including restoration work on statues.
Historical events
In 1833 the construction of the church started, which replaced the chapel in the chateau. In 1862 the organ was taken, in 1901 an internal painting was carried out by the painter Gustav Preček. During the First World War, brass candlesticks and bells were restored only in 1925.
Points of interest
- The Church of the Ascension of the Holy Cross was built in the years 1833-1834 as the first own temple for the village Linhartovy, for before it served the local chapel in the chateau.
- In 1862 the municipality obtained an organ which was later exchanged in 1928.
- The interior painting of the church was performed in 1901 by the painter Gustav Pršeček.
- During the First World War, brass candlesticks and bells were restored, which returned to the church in 1925.
The Second World War once again struck the church when the bells were seized.
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The Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross stands in the village of Linhartovy, not far from the castle park of Linhartovský Castle. It is an Empire-style parish church and since 1958 it has been protected as a cultural monument.
Until the year 1833, there was no church in Linhartovy. Services were held in the castle chapel of Saint Hyacinth. However, this chapel was too small for the believers and was also inadequate from a structural point of view. During the twenties of the nineteenth century, it was therefore possible to secure funds for the construction of a new church. Work began in 1833 and ended the very next year, when the church was also consecrated.
The church acquired its organ in 1862. In 1901 it underwent reconstruction and painter Gustav Preček decorated its interior with new paintings at that time. During the First World War, brass candlesticks and also the small and large bells were confiscated for military purposes. The bell returned to the church in 1925. Three years later, in 1928, the organ was replaced. During the Second World War, the church lost its bell again.
After the war, the church was maintained only minimally until 1990. In the nineteen nineties, it then underwent reconstruction. The roof, windows and paintings were repaired, and restorers also worked on the sculptures.
The church is built of brick and has a single-nave layout. The nave is followed by an offset rectangular presbytery and a rectangular sacristy. The central part of the main facade is emphasized by banded rustication, through which two Tuscan pilasters pass. Above the center of the facade rises a prismatic tower topped with a pyramidal roof. The entire roof of the church is covered with slate.
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: Linhartovy, 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. 26414/8-120).
For kids
Imagine going back to the past, when the village Linhartovy was still young and the Church of the Holy Cross was just a small wooden temple. There were people who lived by the principles of Christianity and those who came from foreign countries to settle here.
How did it look here? The village was full of life, agriculture and craft. People lived in small houses that were built around the church. The church was the center of the village where weddings, funerals and other important events took place.
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Nearby
In the area there is a castle Linhartovy with its chateau park, which is part of the cultural heritage of the village. The natural landscape typical of the border region of the Moravian-Silesian Region is also nearby.
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Themed route
1. Castle Linhartovy (Type: Chateau) - Historical building which is part of the cultural heritage of the village. 2. Castle Park (Type: Park) - Ideal place for relaxation within the historical area. 3. Kostel Povýšení svatého Kříže (Linhartovy) (Type: Church) - The main destination of the trip, representing a significant sacral monument. 4. Natural landscape typical of the border region of the Moravian-Silesian region (Type: Natural landscape) - Space for observing the specific nature in this border area.
Seasonal recommendations
Spring: In the spring period, the Church of the Elevation of the Holy Cross in the Linharts opens up in beautiful lighting, when the sun rays particularly highlight architectural beauty. Nature around the church receives lively colours with flowering bush and trees in full bloom, creating an ideal environment for relaxation and relaxation. Visit this historical object early in the afternoon to avoid the rest of the working time and enjoy a quiet atmosphere. It is recommended to wear clothes suitable for mild temperatures because spring weather can be variable.
Summer: Summer brings the Church of the Holy Cross the greatest attendance in Linhart, which is due to its attractive location and beautiful nature. Sunshine days are ideal for long walks around the historical monument, but in the main summer season it is recommended to arrive early in the morning or later in the evening to avoid large crowds. Don't forget to protect against the sun and wear light clothes that will allow you a relaxed walk even on warmer days.
Autumn: Autumn offers the Church of the Elevation of the Holy Cross in the Linharts in special lighting when tree leaves are colored and form an idiotic background for church construction. The atmosphere is calm and pleasant, which makes this time ideal for visiting without excessive crowds of tourists. It is proposed to visit the memory in the early afternoon or evening time when the temperature is pleasant and fewer people pass through the surrounding pavement. Wear as many layered clothes as possible, because autumn weather can be variable.
Winter: Winter brings the Church of the Holy Cross in Linhart a unique atmosphere where church architecture is highlighted by a snow blanket and ice trees. It is important to dress warm with tools and protective legs to enjoy a walk without discomfort. Winter visit offers a quiet atmosphere and the possibility to watch the church in its most beautiful winter clothes.
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