Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk at Zelená hora
Fee required
Parking available
In the eastern part of Vysočina, in the heart of the Czech Republic, Zelená hora rises above the town of Žďár nad Sázavou, where the Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk immediately catches the eye. It forms a dominant feature of the landscape and the famous builder Jan Blažej Santini succeeded in imbuing its walls with true magic.

📜 Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk at Zelená hora, a UNESCO World Heritage site. 🔍 Known for its unique Baroque-Gothic architecture by Santini Aichel. ✨ Design deeply rooted in the symbolism of the number five. # Why Go ✨ Experience a unique blend of Baroque and Gothic architecture ⭐ UNESCO World Heritage site 🏞️ Panoramic views from Zelená hora 🚶‍♀️ Explore the church interior with diverse guided tours 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy family-friendly summer programs and educational offerings # Why Avoid ⚠️ Uneven paths, challenging for wheelchairs 🚻 Toilets not available on-site 🅿️ Limited parking directly at the church # Tips 🎟️ Book tours in advance to guarantee entry 🗓️ Check for liturgical ceremonies as tours are suspended then 👟 Wear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven surfaces 🗓️ Summer (July-August) offers special tours to upper floors. # Cost 💰 Adults 150 CZK, discounts for groups over 10 people. # Hours 🕒 May-September: daily 09:00-17:00 April, October: weekends, holidays 09:00-16:00 November-March: Tuesday, Thursday 10:00-15:00 (winter tours) Outdoor areas open longer, check website for special events. # Church Services 🙏 Saturday: 16:30 Holy Mass 🗓️ 16th of each month: 20:00-22:00 Nicodemus Night 🎉 December 31st: 23:00 Holy Mass # Events & Programs 🥳 Summer program for families, exhibitions, pilgrimages, Nativity Scene Exhibition. 📚 Educational programs for schools year-round on nature, history, architecture, art, monastic life. # 🅿️ Parking Limited parking directly at the church (max 5 cars). Larger parking at Zámek Žďár nad Sázavou (10 min walk). Bus parking at TOKOZ or football field. # 🚻 Toilets Not available on-site. Nearest at New Cemetery (300m) or Zámek Žďár nad Sázavou (500m). # ♿ Wheelchair Access Partially accessible. Portable ramp for church entrance. Uneven paths, second person recommended for assistance.