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Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk

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Jan Blažej Santini-Aichel's star-shaped church, built from 1719, is designed around the number five, after the five stars of the saint's legend. UNESCO since 1994.

Region
Vysočina Region
Category
History
Est.
1719
Coordinates
49.5801° N · 15.9322° E

Good to know

Open to visitors most of the year for a small entry fee, outside services; hours are shorter in winter.

A rough guide to seasons and booking, not live opening hours – those are on the map listings above.

Quick answers

Do you need to book a visit to Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk?
Yes. Visits run at set times or need a reservation, so book ahead – especially at weekends and in summer.
When can you visit Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk?
It isn't seasonal, but opening days and hours change through the year, so check before you go.
How much time do you need at Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk?
Allow about 1 h 45 min on site, plus travel.
How far is Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk from Prague and Brno?
About 2 h by car from Prague (162 km), or 1 h 10 min from Brno (86 km), without traffic.
What else is near Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk?
Nearby on Pinsko: Žďárské vrchy, 12 km; Veselý Kopec Open-Air Museum, 21 km and Chotěboř Brewery, 22 km (straight-line distances).

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