Katedrála sv. Ducha Hradec Králové

Location: Velké náměstí, Hradec Králové, 500 01 · Hradec Králové Region

Category: historic cathedral

Gothic Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Hradec Králové from the 14th century with historic altars, frescoes and a tower with views over the city. Guided tours and educational programmes focused on Gothic architecture and medieval sacred art.

Why visit this place?

• The brick Gothic cathedral is 56 metres long and its towers reach 48 metres; the chancel was built between 1339 and 1342.
• The largest of its four bells, Michael known as Orel, dates from 1496 and weighs 3,847 kilograms.
• Rated 4.9 out of 5 by 80 visitors on Google Maps.
• Allow roughly 45 minutes; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 78 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.
• The whole programme is indoors, so rain is not a problem.

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Practical information

• Opening hours: Daily 9:00–17:00
• Typical visit: 45 min
• Admission: adults 50 CZK, children 30 CZK
• Visitor rating: 4.9 ★ from 80 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Guided tour for primary schools focused on Gothic architecture, medieval sacred art and the history of Hradec Králové.

Official website: https://www.katedralahradec.cz/

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