The Thief's Arm at Kostel Sv. Jakuba Vetsiho in Prague
Kostel Sv. Jakuba Většího
A 400-year-old mummified arm dangles from the ceiling of St. James the Greater, serving as a warning to thieves.

📜 The baroque Church of St. James the Greater (Kostel Sv. Jakuba Většího) in Prague's Old Town is home to a mummified arm and a rumored live burial.
🔍 A 400-year-old mummified arm dangles from the ceiling, serving as a warning to thieves.

Why Go

⛪ Explore a historic baroque church
💀 Witness a unique and macabre relic
📖 Discover local legends of a thief and a buried count
🎶 Enjoy excellent acoustics, popular for concerts

Why Avoid

⚠️ Not for the faint of heart due to macabre themes

Tips

📍 Located on Malá Štupartská between Masna and Jakubská.

Hours

🕒 Daily, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Last updated 7 days ago

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