Olomouc

Temples & religious sites

Saint Wenceslas Cathedral

This Neo-Gothic cathedral stands on Wenceslas Square in Olomouc, Czech Republic. Founded in 1107, it offers visitors a chance to explore centuries of architectural history.

Temples & religious sites

Church of Saint Maurice

A Roman Catholic church near Horní náměstí in Olomouc's Old Town, considered one of the city's landmark sights. It's an easy stop while exploring downtown.

Temples & religious sites

Red Church

This is a former Protestant church building in Olomouc. It's a good spot to admire its historic facade.

Temples & religious sites

Olomouc Orthodox Church

This Orthodox church in Olomouc was consecrated to St. Gorazd when it was built in 1939. It has served as the cathedral of the Olomouc-Brno diocese since 1950, making it a quiet spot to explore.

Temples & religious sites

Church of Saint Michael

This Roman Catholic church is considered one of Olomouc's iconic landmarks. It's worth a quick stop while strolling through the city center.

Castles & palaces

Olomouc Fortress

This former fortress city was expanded from the 17th century to guard the border between Austria and Prussia. Surviving defensive structures throughout the town let visitors experience its history firsthand.

Temples & religious sites

Church of Our Lady of the Snows

This Baroque Jesuit church stands at the north end of Olomouc's old town, with its facade facing Denisova Street. It remains in use today as a university church with a long history.

Nature

Chomoutovské jezero

This lake formed from a former gravel quarry in the late 1960s and has been a protected area since 1993, serving as a habitat for waterfowl. With 31 specially protected species nesting here, it's an ideal spot for birdwatchers.