Moving Nativity Scene in Wambierzyce

The moving nativity scene stands in Wambierzyce, by the Sanctuary of Our Lady, Queen of Families of Wambierzyce. It is the oldest moving nativity scene in Poland.

What a moving nativity scene is

A moving nativity scene is a traditional form of depicting the Nativity of Jesus, in which wooden or metal figures move thanks to a mechanism hidden within the structure of the crib. Nativity scenes of this type were usually built by churches and sanctuaries, so that they could be viewed while visiting the shrine.

Location by the sanctuary

The nativity scene is located directly by the Sanctuary of Our Lady, Queen of Families of Wambierzyce, one of the more important pilgrimage sites in Lower Silesia. Its proximity to the basilica means that visiting the nativity scene naturally combines with a visit to the sanctuary itself and to Wambierzyce's hill.

Practical information

• Location: Wambierzyce, Kłodzko County, by the Sanctuary of Our Lady, Queen of Families of Wambierzyce
• Access: the starting point is the sanctuary grounds in the centre of Wambierzyce
• Worth combining with: visiting the sanctuary and the surrounding hills
• It is worth checking visiting hours and any charges before your visit