Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Rynica

The Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Rynica is a timber-framed building from the 18th century, originally Protestant. It belongs to the parish of the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Krzywin and lies in Widuchowa municipality.

Half-timbering on a rise

The church stands on a small rise and is built in half-timbered construction, on a rectangular plan. In the west part of the body it has a boarded bell tower. The tall windows in the side walls are closed by gentle segmental arches.

Interior

The interior is covered by a wooden beamed ceiling supported by carved wooden braces. Above the entrance is a 19th-century choir gallery, and the chancel stands on a small two-step wooden platform. It was consecrated as a Catholic church in 1948.

Not far from the village runs the Oder Valley Trail.

Practical information

• Address: Rynica, Widuchowa municipality.
• This is a branch church, so the interior is usually open mainly during services. Check Mass times and the possibility of visiting with the parish.