Kostel svatých Petra a Pavla v Úštěku is a remarkable Baroque building located on the Peace Square in the center of Úštěk. It's a Roman Catholic dean's church of a pasty parish built in a baroque style. The church is protected as a cultural monument and its architecture is remarkable by its unique combination of baroque elements and Gothic details.
Kostel svatých Petra a Pavla v Úštěku was created at the site of the former church of St. Michael from the 14th century. The construction of a new church was allowed and secured by Jesuits who were located in a nearby Liberian castle. The church is built on a floor plan of a longitudinal, single-boat building with a tower embedded in the western facade. He's got side empores, two sacristy, and an outcast presbytery with a half-circle apsid.
The facades of the whole church are broken by a pair of high pilasters and high casual windows. Above the front portal is a balcony on volute consoles. On the sides of the ledge in the front of the church are sandstone Baroque statues of St. Peter and St. Paul. The inner space of the church is glass of Czech flat between double belts. On the sides it has wide pillars with pairs of pilasters and between them a passable side chapel and empores.
There are orators in the presbytery. Behind the door of the entrance door on the left is hanging an oval picture of the Birth of the Lord. On the right is an oval painting reminiscent of the visit of the Virgin Mary near St. Elizabeth. There are two dates on the ceiling of the ceiling of the circle. The year 1769 is probably wrong because the painter accidentally switched the number 7 for 9. The second date of 1897 is the date of the last painting of the church.
The church has four side entrances and three entrances on the west front. A massive Baroque parish building was built next to the church in 1772. In 1832 the church received a new roof and the helmet tower dates back to 1879. After 1945, when the German-speaking inhabitants were displaced and the subsequent period of the communist totalitarian regime, the church was decayed considerably. After the communist totalitarianism, the church cloak was restored.
Kostel svatých Petra a Pavla v Úštěku is a remarkable monument worth visiting. Its unique architecture and rich history offer many interesting details and information.
Historical milestones
- 1764
- Construction of a new church
- 1765
- Fire in Ústěk which destroyed the church roof
- 1767
- First service in a new church
- 1772
- Completion of church construction
Architectural development
The church is built on the site of the former church of St. Michael from the 14th century, which was smaller and thicker on the construction side and many times modified over the centuries.
Historical events
After 1945, when the German-speaking inhabitants were displaced and the subsequent period of the communist totalitarian regime, the church was decayed considerably.
After the communist totalitarianism, the church cloak was restored.
Owners
Záštík parish
Points of interest
- The site of the present church was the earlier church of St. Michael from the 14th century, which was later demolished.
- Kostel svatých Petra a Pavla v Úštěku is protected as a cultural monument and its architecture is remarkable by its unique combination of baroque elements and Gothic details.
- In the presbytery of the church there are orators, which were originally intended for Jesuits who lived in a nearby liběšice castle.
Tips for visitors
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Nearby
Around the church there is a Peace Square in the center of Úštěk.
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Spring
In the spring period, the church of St. Peter and Paul in Úštěk is surrounded by beautiful nature, which awakens from winter sleep. Green leaves of trees and flowers spread around the church, creating a pleasant atmosphere. The lighting is also specific, which is mild and pleasant in spring.
Practical advice: In spring, it is better to visit the church at noon or in the afternoon when there are fewer people. It is also good to wear comfortable shoes because you may want to walk around the church and surroundings. Don't forget the sunglasses and umbrella, because spring weather can be irregular.
Summer
In the summer period, St. Peter and Paul's church is full of life and energy. In the main summer season the church is visited by many tourists and locals who want to see this historical monument. The specific lighting is also stronger and more pleasant.
Practical advice: In summer it is good to visit the church early in the morning or early in the evening when there are fewer people. It is also good to wear comfortable shoes and durable clothes because you may want to walk around the church and surroundings. Don't forget the sunglasses and umbrella because the summer weather can be very warm.
Autumn
In the autumn period, the church of St. Peter and Paul in Úštěk is surrounded by beautiful nature, which turns into color shades. Green leaves of trees turn into yellow, orange and red, creating a pleasant atmosphere. The lighting is also specific, which is mild and pleasant in autumn.
Practical advice: In autumn, it is good to visit the church at noon or in the afternoon when there are fewer people. It is also good to wear comfortable shoes and durable clothes because you may want to walk around the church and surroundings. Don't forget the umbrella, because autumn weather can be irregular.
Winter
In winter, the church of St. Peter and Paul in Úštěk is surrounded by calm and quiet nature. Snowflakes cover the surroundings of the church, creating a pleasant atmosphere. The specific lighting is also mild and pleasant during the winter.
Practical advice: In winter it is good to visit the church during a shorter opening time, which is usually from 9 am to 15 pm. It is also good to wear warm clothes and comfortable shoes because you may want to walk around the church and surrounding area. Don't forget gloves and headgear because winter weather can be very cold.
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