St. Anne's church/Prague Crossroads

St. Ann's Church, built in 1316 in Prague near Charles Bridge, underwent restoration by the World Monuments Fund. Converted to secular use in 1782, it suffered damage over the years. WMF conserved its Gothic windows and transformed it into a community center and performance space, preserving its historical significance.

About this building

St. Ann's Church, built in 1316 near Charles Bridge in Prague, features a unique original Gothic truss system and remarkable wall paintings from that era. Commissioned by Emperor Charles IV, subsequent additions by Renaissance and baroque artists reflect Czech artistic styles.

Converted to secular use in 1782, it served as an industrial building and warehouse for over 200 years, leading to significant damage.

Placed on the 2004 World Monuments Watch, restoration efforts by the World Monuments Fund (WMF) focused on conserving the Gothic windows and refurbishing the interior and exterior. The church was successfully adapted into a community center and performance space, preserving its historical significance while serving modern needs.

Key Features

  • Architecture
  • Interior features

Visitors information

  • Bus stop within 100m
  • Parking within 250m
  • Wifi

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