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St Elizabeth Cathedral, Košice

Košice, Košice Region, Slovakia

4.7 (0)

Overview

The easternmost Gothic cathedral in Europe and Slovakia's largest church, with a double spiral staircase, a royal crypt and a tower over the old town. Set in Eastern Slovakia, it rewards an unhurried visit — its walls, views and local history, with cafés or a village nearby to round out the trip; Year-round is the pleasantest time to come.

Why visit: Europe's easternmost Gothic cathedral, and Slovakia's biggest.

History: Built 1378–1508; holds the tomb of Francis II Rákóczi, the Hungarian independence leader.

Things to do

›Royal double staircase
›Rákóczi crypt
›North tower climb
›Gothic high altar

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Travel Information

Best time

Year-round

Weather

Continental climate — cold, snowy winters and warm 22–27°C summers, with mild, uncrowded spring and autumn shoulder seasons.

Entry fee

€3–6

Hours

Seasonal daytime hours; often closed Mondays and in deep winter (check ahead).

Est. budget

€5–20

Duration

1–2 hrs

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