Sedlec Cathedral

(AKA Cathedral of the Assumption of our Lady)

The cathedral’s history dates back to the 12th century when it was originally founded as a small Romanesque chapel. However, it was burned down during the Hussite war in the 15th century and rebuilt in the early 18th century, ultimately transforming into the grand Gothic masterpiece we see today. Its architectural style showcases the skill and craftsmanship of the era, with stunning vaulted ceilings and towering spires.

The cathedral’s interior is flooded with light from large windows and boasts soaring ceilings. Unlike many Gothic cathedrals, this one has a bright and airy feeling that is refreshing.

Visit Notes

Photography is prohibited in the cathedral and they would like you to wear “appropriate clothing”. It seems like they’ve had some problems with people behaving badly and they’ve just had enough. For a full list of the rules pertaining to your visit, please refer to their website. I’m a firm believer in following the rules, even when I don’t agree with them.

The cathedral itself is quite simple when compared to St. Barbara’s. Don’t get me wrong, the architectural elements and scale of this church are impressive, but there just isn’t a lot of detail. It’s a pretty, but kind of boring cathedral (just my opinion, you may disagree). If you’re in town and you have limited time, you should most definitely choose to spend it at St. Barbara’s rather than Sedlec Cathedral. And St. Barbara’s allows you to take pictures, so there’s that.