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Kościół pw. św. Michała Archanioła, Gniezno

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Kościół pw. św. Michała Archanioła

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Church of St. Michael the Archangel in Gniezno - founded in the 13th century, the present church from the beginning of the 15th century, restored after 1613, rebuilt in 1811-1815, neo-baroque tower from 1900, according to the project of Knothe, in the mass Gothic, three-nave, hall church. The church, together with two non-existent churches, St. Nicholas and St. Spirit, belonged to the former Wójtostwo suburb.

Inside there is a Gothic font in the shape of a chalice made of sandstone, a crucifix from the first half of the 16th century. On the ribs of the vault, the iris, brackets and keystones there is a sculptural decoration made of artificial stone with hunting scenes. There are three bells on the tower: one from 1820, two from 1838. The choir is supported by two 19th century columns. The main altar is baroque from the eighteenth century. The stained glass windows in the chancel from 1892. The tabernacle is wooden, lined with alphenide sheet metal and silvered. It is located on Zbarskie Hill, Wyszyñskiego Street. Currently there is a parish of St. Michael the Archangel in Gniezno by the church.

Coordinates: 52°32'13"N, 17°36'10"E
Address

Świętego Michała 1Gniezno 62-200 Poland

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+48 61 426 15 51
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Kościół pw. św. Michała Archanioła – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of St. John the Baptist, Gniezno Cathedral, Gniezno Train Depot, Muzeum Archidiecezjalne.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kościół pw. św. Michała Archanioła?

Nearby attractions include Kościół pw. NMP Królowej Polski, Gniezno (5 min walk), Church of St. John the Baptist, Gniezno (6 min walk), Kościół Wniebowzięcia NMP i św. Antoniego, Gniezno (7 min walk), Gniezno Cathedral, Gniezno (7 min walk).

How to get to Kościół pw. św. Michała Archanioła by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kościół pw. św. Michała Archanioła:

Train
  • Gniezno (13 min walk)
  • Gniezno Wąskotorowe (18 min walk)

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