Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul, Legnica

Name: Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul
Address: plac Katedralny 6, Legnica, 59-220, Poland
Telephone: +48 572 286 286

#5 among attractions in Legnica

Top attraction, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture, Church

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Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul, Legnica

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The Cathedral of Saint Apostles Peter and Paul in Legnica is located at Cathedral Square in the city of Legnica, Poland. The present building was erected between 1333 and 1380. A chapel was added in the fifteenth century, and in the late nineteenth century the church was converted into the neo-Gothic style. Over the centuries the church has acquired numerous statues and decorative features. Pope John Paul II established the church as a cathedral on March 25, 1992 and visited the cathedral on June 2, 1997. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°12'25"N, 16°9'42"E

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plac Katedralny 6Legnica 59-220 Poland

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+48 572 286 286

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Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of St. John the Baptist, Helena Modrzejewska Theatre, Kościół pw. Marii Panny w Legnicy, Piast Castle.

~1050 ftNW
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~300 ftNW
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~1370 ftNE
Church
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~1510 ftN
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~270 ftNW
City hall
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~1740 ftSE
51°12'12"N • 16°9'59"E
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Universities and schools
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul?

Nearby attractions include Old City Hall, Legnica (2 min walk), Helena Modrzejewska Theatre, Legnica (2 min walk), Muzeum Miedzi, Legnica (5 min walk), Church of St. John the Baptist, Legnica (6 min walk).

How to get to Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul:

Bus

Dworzec autobusowy w Legnicy (12 min walk)

Train

Legnica (16 min walk)