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Chapel of St. John of Nepomuk
A roadside Baroque chapel dating back to 1755–1758 in Svätý Anton, featuring original interior frescoes and the Koháry family crest above the portal.
This Baroque square-plan building with a shingle roof was constructed between 1755 and 1758. Its dynamic facade is decorated with paired pilasters, the entrance features a decorative Rococo grille, and the Koháry coat of arms sits proudly above the portal. When the painter Anton Schmidt arrived in Svätý Anton in 1755 at the invitation of Andrej Koháry, his work became deeply linked to this chapel; the interior is richly and artistically adorned with original frescoes, preserved in a rare stylistic unity without later modifications. The chapel was never a place of burial; today, it is a serene space where villagers, regional visitors, and pilgrims traveling toward the UNESCO region often meet. It serves as a perfect addition to a stroll through the historical park by the manor house.
Why it is worth a visit
Original, stylistically unified frescoes and an artistic connection to the court painter of the Koháry family—all just a few steps from the manor house.
Access from Soví dom
The chapel stands by the main road in Svätý Anton, just a short distance from the manor house and Soví dom. Please verify the exact route in your navigation: Route to the chapel
Parking and transport
The exterior can be viewed from the public space at any time. Entrance to the frescoed interior is not self-service—as there are no regular opening hours listed, please inquire locally in the village for access.
Visiting conditions
The exterior can be viewed from the public area at any time. Access to the interior with its frescoes is not self-service; as there are no set opening hours, please notify the village authorities if you wish to visit.
Suitability for children
A very brief stop; children will be interested in the Rococo grille and the coat of arms above the entrance.
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