St Barbara's Church
Kutná Hora, Czechia
A Gothic church above the town with a tent-like roof, flying buttresses and a vaulted interior, standing at the edge of a former silver-mining centre. Walk the statue-lined terrace toward the Jesuit College for the view over the valley.
The Church of St Barbara in Kutná Hora has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995. Construction began in 1388 and dragged on for more than five centuries until 1905, interrupted by, among other things, the Hussite Wars. The first master builder is thought to have been Johann Parler, a son of Peter Parler; when work resumed in 1481, Matěj Rejsek, Benedikt Rejt and Mikuláš Parler carried it on. The church is dedicated to the patron saint of miners and reflects the wealth of the silver-mining town.
Outside, double flying buttresses support the choir, and inside, eight chapels surround the chancel. Parts of medieval frescoes survive, showing religious scenes alongside scenes from the life of the mining town. The Jesuits later introduced Baroque elements. The building was originally planned on a larger scale than was finally built. Allow about one to two hours for the church and its surroundings.
- Nearest town
- Kutná Hora, Czechia
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 49.9450, 15.2636
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Czechia: Vignette needed for motorways. Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Barbora KempCampsite1 km from St Barbara's ChurchTentsCaravansWi-Fi
- Autokemp MalešovCampsite3 km from St Barbara's ChurchTentsCaravans
- Autocamp TransitCampsite4 km from St Barbara's Church
- U ŽabákaCampsite19 km from St Barbara's ChurchTentsCaravansMotorhomesDogs allowed
- Autocamp SemínCampsite23 km from St Barbara's ChurchWi-Fi
- A.T.C. Autokemp GolfCampsite23 km from St Barbara's Church
All campsites in Czechia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is St Barbara's Church?
St Barbara's Church is in Kutná Hora, Czechia, at GPS 49.9450, 15.2636. It is about 55 km from Jičín.
Can you camp near St Barbara's Church?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Barbora Kemp, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 11 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near St Barbara's Church?
Places worth a stop nearby: Sedlec Ossuary (3 km), Prachov Rocks (58 km), Pilgrimage Church of St John of Nepomuk (63 km) and Trosky Castle (64 km).
When is the best time to visit St Barbara's Church?
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)