In Simoradz, the Church of Saint James preserves polychrome paintings from the Gothic and Renaissance periods, epitaphs in the Old Moravian language, as well as Baroque altars and paintings. This heritage is a specific point of interest for travelers interested in historic church art.
You can book a hotel in Simoradz.
Surroundings
In the vicinity of Simoradz are Kończyce Małe – Zamek XV w., Gora Chełm, Bucze, and Zebrzydka.
Górka Wislicka is also located nearby.
In the wider regional surroundings of Simoradz are Bielsko-Biała – Zamek Sułkowskich, Pless Castle, and Wodzisław Śląski – Ruiny Baszty.
Geographical Location
Simoradz is located in the Cieszyn Foothills, a few kilometers west of Skoczów.
History
The Gothic church is described as one of the oldest churches in Cieszyn Silesia. The documented history of the local parish dates back to the 13th century; the parish is also described as one of the oldest in Cieszyn Silesia.
The local estate successively passed into the ownership of several noble families and became the property of the Habsburgs in the 19th century.
Simoradz is located in the historic region of Cieszyn Silesia and is characterized by agriculture.
During the Reformation, which began in the Duchy of Cieszyn in 1545, a large part of the population of Simoradz became Lutheran and took over the local church; in 1611, the population renovated it.
The town's Reformation history is shaped by both Catholic and Lutheran influences. Much of the local population adopted Lutheranism and renovated the church in 1611.
Activities
Simoradz has a leisure and sports complex with a sports pavilion, a full-size football pitch, and a training pitch. This provides a specific local point of interest for travelers seeking a sporting focus during their time in Simoradz.
