The former church of St. Trinity

The Story of the Church of the Holy Trinity in Aš: From a Wooden Chapel to a Tragic Loss

At this historic location in Aš, the story begins with a small wooden chapel. In 1370, a stone Gothic church dedicated to Saint Louis appeared here, marking the beginning of the remarkable history of this place.

In the 17th century, the original church of Saint Louis disappeared, but the stone tower remained, with mysterious traces of a possible military past.

In 1622, a new church was built in the Renaissance style. In 1682, its tower was enriched with an octagonal section and a picturesque onion dome.

In 1747, the church underwent an extensive reconstruction in the Baroque style and could accommodate up to 4,000 worshippers. The church gained its greatest fame in 1911 when impressive organs were acquired by the patron Gustav Geipel, which were among the largest in the region.

Unfortunately, tragedy struck in 1960 when the entire church, including the organs, was consumed by fire. This marked the loss of one of Aš's most precious treasures. Although the remnants of the church stood for several more decades, they were eventually demolished in 1987.

The church stood at a significant location in Aš, with its tower serving as a prominent landmark, and the cemetery around it was an important part of its history. While the church and its organs no longer exist, the memories of their former glory remain in the minds of the local residents.

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