Christ the King statue
Monument Colossal Christ statue overlooking Świebodzin
Rising above Świebodzin, the large concrete Christ the King statue draws visitors for its monumental scale and religious significance. Tourists come to view the statue and the surrounding parish complex.
The Christ the King statue is a large modern monument near Świebodzin in western Poland’s Lubusz Voivodeship, created as a contemporary religious landmark. It gained international attention on completion for its considerable scale.
The statue was built in the late 2000s and inaugurated in 2010 as a locally initiated religious monument; it was financed and organised by local church groups and supporters. Since completion it has been maintained as a religious and tourist site.
The monument stands on a small hill outside the town of Świebodzin in Lubusz Voivodeship, western Poland, and is accessed from the town by local roads.
- Completion date and scale: Completed and inaugurated in 2010, the statue is one of the largest modern monumental representations of Christ and is located near the town of Świebodzin.
How to Get to Christ the King statue #
Accessible by regional roads in Lubusz Voivodeship; nearest larger towns provide local bus or car access. Specific directions depend on the statue’s exact municipal placement.
Tips for Visiting Christ the King statue #
- If visiting the statue, combine it with local nature walks or small museums in the nearby towns for a fuller day trip.
- Check local council websites for any visitor information, as the site is more a monumental landscape than a staffed attraction.
Best Time to Visit Christ the King statue #
Best in late spring through early autumn for agreeable outdoor conditions and clearer visibility.
Weather & Climate near Christ the King statue #
Christ the King statue's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (561 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 77 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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