Szczyrzyc Abbey

Szczyrzyc, Poland

Szczyrzyc Cistercian Abbey was founded in 1234. The founder of the Abbey was Theodor, the palatine of Cracow bearing Griffin, as his coat of arms. It continues to function as a monastery and is one of the Polish Shrines to the Virgin Mary.

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Founded: 1234
Category: Religious sites in Poland

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en.wikipedia.org
www.szczyrzyc.cystersi.pl

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4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Paw Pol Bos (11 months ago)
In need of founding for restoration of the organs, but otherwise well preserved. On the opposite site there is a brewery that used to be operated by the Abbey. The old chimney has storks’ neat with one standing on guard. Close-by there is a food place in the basement of an event hall. On the fence of the event hall there is few advertisements including massage services by Karolina.

Lukasz Cwierz (2 years ago)
Super.......

Hiten Shah (2 years ago)
Beautiful. Got married here in 2015 in an incredible setting. The monks even make their own beer!

Małgorzata Sokół (2 years ago)
A beautiful place that is comically a must see. In the church, there is a painting of the Mother of God famous for miracles. The place breathes history.

Andrzej Bajer (2 years ago)
A charming place with a rich and interesting history. Next to the baroque, beautiful church with a miraculous painting of the Blessed Virgin Mary, there are monastery buildings. One of them has an interesting museum. During the Christmas period, there is a live nativity scene in the abbey.

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