St Michael the Archangel's Church in Mieroszów

St Michael the Archangel's Church in Mieroszów is a historic Roman Catholic parish church, belonging to the Głuszyca deanery of the Diocese of Świdnica.

From a Gothic church to Baroque

The original church on this site was built in 1356, but was destroyed during a Hussite raid. It was not rebuilt until the first half of the 15th century. In 1601 the church was rebuilt, and between 1714 and 1717 it underwent a further restoration, after which it gained its present Baroque character.

Architecture of the building

The church is single-naved, with a separate chancel closed polygonally and a tower on the building's axis. The tower, square in plan, is topped with a two-storey superstructure with a spire, built in the early 18th century.

Interior furnishings

Inside, elements from the Renaissance and Baroque periods have survived, including an altar from around 1600 and a font from 1647.

Nearby

A few kilometres from Mieroszów lies Zoo Łączna, an attraction for families with children.

Practical information

• Village: Mieroszów, Wałbrzych County
• The church is an active parish church and also a building listed on the heritage register
• Opening hours and the possibility of viewing the interior are best checked with the parish before a visit