Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Santuario
Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Santuario
Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Santuario
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mimi k
Pisarovina, Croatia390 contributions
Jan 2020
I visited Kalwaria as a daytrip from Krakow. It is better to go by bus then by train. From Krakow main bus station (Krakow Glowny) minibuses frequently go to Kalwaria. The ticket costed 7 Zlot. The bus station in Kalwaria is nearer to the sanctuary then train station. The sanctuary consists of the monastery and the chapels arranged in the surrounding area. I was there in January without snow. The pilgrimage routes were not very good marked and the paths were muddy, worn off and sometimes steep and slippy. So I did not manage to circle whole routes. The chapels were closed but it was mostly possible to see through the windows uninteresting interiors. The main attraction is the basilica with its beautiful interior. Besides, until the end of the January there was interesting nativity scene, made with many details and mobile mechanical parts.
Written 12 February 2020
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LAURA O
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Jul 2019
We stopped even though we did not have a lot of time and found the church to be absolutely beautiful, lovely grounds, good dining and a great bookstore.
Written 16 September 2019
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endrju_74
Ipswich, UK4,851 contributions
Mar 2018 • Family
Massive complex of buildings on hill above Kalwaria Zebrzydowska. Main part of it is a church basylica of Our Lady of the Angels, surrounded by countless numbers of big and small buildings making up for bernardine monastery. Always full with pilgrims and tourists. Parts, that are open to every day visitors are church and some parts of the courtyard. Apart from that, large building in outer courtyard serves as an accommodation buildin called Pilgrims House, also there's a few restaurants and caffes. Many parking spaces around, with the closest ones on the southern site of the monastery wall. Many pilgrims, after spending their time in basilica, do go out there to walk one of paths, that link 42 chapels spread over large area. There's two main paths, one of them called Paths of Our Lord, and the other is called Paths of Our Lady. These can be mixed and matched. But you need to be of good health to attempt them. In 1999 the whole complex has been inscribed onto Unesco's World Heritage List, and one year later, in 2000, it was named Pomnik historii (historical monument) - highest recognition in polish system of heritage protection.
Written 6 February 2019
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Thomas Ozbun
Vicenza, Italy984 contributions
Feb 2018 • Solo
A 45 minute bus ride from Krakow, and then 20 minutes on foot from the bus stop to the Sanctuary. The Monastery and its park was inserted in the world heritage list due to its Mannerist architecture set into a cultural and natural landscape. Built during the 17th century, along with other Calvary monasteries throughout Europe to counter the reformation, this was also modeled on the Calvary of Jerusalem. So after reaching the top of the hill, I entered the main church, the Basilica of St Mary. Built in the Baroque style by an Italian architect who was quite active in Poland, also building a church in Krakow, it holds a nice organ, a golden altar and a nicely decorated chapel. The site is a popular pilgrimage place and even though it was a wednesday there were still quite a few people around. The monastery around the church is still inhabited by several monks who were also heading out into the park for their daily walk. So after getting out of the church I headed further uphill and visited the various mannerist and baroque chapels scattered throughout the park
Written 24 January 2019
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RichT529
Alexandria, VA356 contributions
Jun 2018 • Solo
This World Heritage site is off the beaten path and not readily accessible from Krakow. I had been told there was train service from Krakow, but then learned that there was no service on Saturdays. I used a taxi from the train station at a cost of 150 zloty, round trip. The driver wit for me while I toured the site and had lunch
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In any event, the train station is not close to the church and its surrounding buildings (including those behind the church. Facing the church (but before entering the courtyard in front of the church) to the left there is a steep uphill path to one of the smaller chapels. This chapel is supposedly one of the more interesting ones. There is mediocre restaurant in the courtyard behind the church.
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In any event, the train station is not close to the church and its surrounding buildings (including those behind the church. Facing the church (but before entering the courtyard in front of the church) to the left there is a steep uphill path to one of the smaller chapels. This chapel is supposedly one of the more interesting ones. There is mediocre restaurant in the courtyard behind the church.
Written 8 July 2018
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Famluv2travel
Huntington Beach, CA496 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
Kalwaria Zebrzydowska is a beautiful complex with the Basilica hosting Our Lady of Calvary. We visited in April and decided to try and follow the Pathways of Our Lady. We went down the hill and found a couple of chapels opened through its windows, but the rest were closed. The area is definitely serene and peaceful. We got lost trying to follow its path so we decided to return back. I would imagine this place is filled with pilgrims during the summer! The concept of the two Pathways is amazing and if time permits, it sounds like a wonderful experience to enjoy!
Written 16 May 2018
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AlbertSalichs
Manresa, Spain11,469 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
Kalwaria Zebrzydowska is a big religious sanctuary located in the middle of a mountain. There also is marked a path in the mountain, where you can follow the diferent stages of calvary. It is a very interesting excursion, where you can enjoy with nature and the colopurs of the forest, especially in Autumn, if you are not a religious person.
Written 4 July 2017
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365amib
Conyers, GA75 contributions
Jun 2017
If you want serenity this is the place. The sweeping view of the countryside is breathtaking. The monastery/semenary grounds is definitely and an excellent place for meditation and praying. I wish we had a whole day here to be able to wander the grounds.
Written 19 June 2017
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Lenkach
Passo del Tonale, Italy56 contributions
May 2017 • Solo
Starting from the church of Virgin Mary you can take really nice hike following "Pathways of Jesus" or "Pathways of Gods mother", both well marked. It has cca 35 chapels, churches, bridges and houses that are kind of replicas of those in Jerusalem. All of them built in 17th century! The whole trail is about 6 km long, it will take you cca 3 hours to walk the whole loop. It is definitely worth the visit, especially if the weather is nice!
Written 23 May 2017
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abudhabiTravELogUe
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates102 contributions
Mar 2017
it is a worth visit to this sanctuary! You can do a lot of things here so be sure to go up and down the hills! The church is amazing so as the whole surroundings. An ideal location for spiritual experience that leaves you a feeling of staying more time. We had a mass in one of their chapel and met some of their priests. I think this place is best if you want to stay for overnight and atleast spend your 2 days going around the place.
Written 25 April 2017
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rosscinque
Verano Brianza, Italy3 contributions
Quanti km dista da Cracovia.
gaggarillo
Province of Viterbo, Italy2,324 contributions
Circa 40 km
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