The Church of St. Agnes on Brinjeva gora

Fees:

Visit to the church is free of charge

Working hours:

The tour of the church can be previously arranged at the LTO Rogla – Zreče, GIZ TIC Zreče, Cesta na Roglo 13b in Zreče.

T: +386 (0) 3 759 04 70

E: info@rogla-zrece.si

The Church of St. Agnes on Brinjeva gora stands on top of the windy secluded Golik hill, above Zreče at 608 m above sea level. Therefore the church does not really stand on Brinjeva Gora, but it is one of the three churches on its ridge. The other two are the Church of Holy Mother of God and the Church of St. Martin. The special characteristic of the church is that throughout it the motif of an angel's head with wings in a wreath is repeatedly depicted.

Especially high location and distinctively high bell tower give it the status of an orientation point for the locals. The question which is often asked is, »In which direction from Agnes?«.

Did you know?

• The building of the church started in 1723, which means that the monks from the Žiče Charterhouse were involved in building it.
• The church was dedicated to Saint Agnes, the patroness of virginity, gardeners, girls, engaged couples, victims of rape, virgins and animals, as well as Saint Sebastian (Boštjan) and Pope Fabian.
• For years and years, the locals have been making pilgrimage to St. Agnes on Christmas. They gather together with flashing lights and go on a Christmas hike.