Palickap · CC BY-SA 4.0 Why visit
A small Gothic cemetery chapel whose lower level is arranged with the bones of tens of thousands of people. The chapel forms part of the Sedlec monastic landscape near Kutná Hora; its famous bone decoration developed from an overcrowded medieval cemetery and was reshaped in the nineteenth century. It is included because it adds a distinctive experience to a realistic Kutná Hora or regional itinerary rather than acting as a filler stop.
What you will see
- Bone chandelier and decorative arrangements.
- Gothic cemetery chapel.
- Easy pairing with Kutná Hora’s historic centre.
History
The chapel forms part of the Sedlec monastic landscape near Kutná Hora; its famous bone decoration developed from an overcrowded medieval cemetery and was reshaped in the nineteenth century.
Photographs
Palickap · CC BY-SA 4.0 · full attribution on the image credits page.
Visitor tips
- 1
Pair it with St Barbara’s Cathedral rather than making a separate long journey.
- 2
Be respectful: the display is a burial and memorial setting, not a novelty attraction.
- 3
Allow time for the quieter Sedlec cathedral nearby if open.
About Kutná Hora & Eastern Central Bohemia
Gothic heritage and the Sedlec monuments.
Open the Czechia guide
