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.
Christ the King statue at a Glance#
Address: Christ the King statue vicinity, Lubusz Voivodeship, Poland
About Christ the King statue#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -3° - 1° | -5° | 34 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Acceptable | -3° - 3° | -4° | 28 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Poor | 0° - 7° | 0° | 36 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 3° - 13° | 6° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 3.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Very Good | 8° - 19° | 14° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 3.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.5h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 16° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 3.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.5h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 3.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.0h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.8 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 14.5h |
| September | Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 7° | 37 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 6° | 0° | 41 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 3° | -3° | 44 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |