Svitavy Essentials

Svitavy features one of the Czech Republic's longest arcaded squares, lined with historic Renaissance and Baroque architecture. The city’s cultural heritage is anchored by the red-brick Ottendorfer Library and the globally unique Esperanto Museum. Visitors can explore the 12th-century Church of St. Giles or visit the Municipal Museum, which houses a specialized collection of historical laundry technology and an exhibition dedicated to local native Oskar Schindler.

Esperanto Museum in Svitavy

Esperanto Museum in Svitavy is a museum in Svitavy in the Czech Republic.

Ottendorferova knihovna

Red-brick Neo-Renaissance building commissioned in 1892 by philanthropist Valentin Oswald Ottendorfer. Formerly the largest German-language library in Moravia, it now houses the Esperanto Museum.

Kostel Navštívení Panny Marie

Originally a 13th-century structure, this church was extensively rebuilt in the Baroque style following a fire in 1781. It features a prominent tower and serves as a landmark on the main square.

náměstí Míru

One of the longest arcaded squares in the Czech Republic, characterized by a continuous row of historic townhouses, the Old Town Hall, and a 1703 Marian plague column.

Městské muzeum a galerie

Housed in the Neo-Renaissance Budig Villa, the museum features a unique permanent exhibition of historical laundry technology and a gallery dedicated to Svitavy native Oskar Schindler.

Kostel svatého Jiljí

The oldest church in Svitavy, dating back to the mid-12th century. Originally a Romanesque basilica, it underwent significant Baroque modifications during the 17th and 18th centuries.

Jan Palach Park

A central urban park featuring a memorial to Jan Palach, walking paths, and a fountain. It serves as a green space connecting the historic center with residential areas.

Kongresový a divadelní sál

A cultural venue located within the historic Ottendorfer House complex, used for theatrical performances, concerts, and social events.