Churches and monasteries in Goleniów: the Gothic church of St Catherine, two parish churches and the ruins of St George's chapel.
Goleniów has places of worship from several periods, from medieval foundations to an estate church of the 1980s. A route can run from Mieszka I square to the left-bank park with the ruins.
Which church in Goleniów is the most impressive?
The Church of St Catherine on Mieszka I square is the former parish church, a Gothic three-aisled hall of the 15th century, raised on the foundations of a Romanesque predecessor. It was rebuilt after wartime damage and is now run by the Christ the King priests (Chrystusowcy); inside are relics of St Faustina. More on the town's walls and gates is in the article on the Brama Wolińska and the towers.
Which newer churches and ruins are in Goleniów?
The Church of St George on Andersa street was built in 1930, and its present form comes from a rebuilding in 1980-1987, with stained glass and reliefs. On the Helenów estate stands the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, grown out of a chapel of 1988 and blessed in 1991.
The Ruins of St George's Chapel on Sportowa street are foundations uncovered in 2004, first of a medieval chapel and later of an 1700s church. The site became a small park with alleys and a board. According to Wikipedia it is the town's oldest monument. The rest of the town is on things to do in Goleniów and monuments in Goleniów.
Frequently asked questions
Where are the chapel ruins in Goleniów?
On the left-bank side of town, on the former Wyk settlement, by Sportowa street. The site was opened to visitors in 2005.
Who looks after the church of St Catherine?
The Christ the King priests. The church holds relics of St Faustina.
Which church stands on the Helenów estate?
The Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, on gen. Sikorskiego street.