Franciscan Church of the Annunciation

The Franciscan Church of the Annunciation is a Baroque Franciscan church located on Prešeren Square in central Ljubljana, Slovenia. It is visually prominent for its rose-coloured facade and position beside the Triple Bridge.

The church presents a multi-aisled Baroque interior and a distinctive pink facade that frames Prešeren Square. Its frontage and tower form a frequent photographic subject in the city centre and a local meeting point.

A Franciscan presence at the site dates from the early modern period and the present church was constructed in the Baroque era; it has served as the order’s parish church in central Ljubljana since then. The building has undergone repairs and restorations consistent with urban development of the square.

Situated on Prešeren Square in Ljubljana’s historic core, the church stands opposite the Ljubljanica River and the Triple Bridge, within easy walking distance of the Old Town and the central railway station.

Central location: Sits directly on Prešeren Square, facing the Triple Bridge and making it a central visual landmark in Ljubljana's historic centre.

How to Get to Franciscan Church of the Annunciation #

The Franciscan Church of the Annunciation is on Prešeren Square in central Ljubljana, adjacent to the Triple Bridge. From Ljubljana’s main bus and train station walk about 10-15 minutes (roughly 800-900 m) along Slovenska cesta into the old town to reach Prešeren Square.

There is no tram network in Ljubljana; most visitors arrive by regional bus or train to the central station and continue on foot to the square.

Tips for Visiting Franciscan Church of the Annunciation #

The Franciscan Church of the Annunciation fronts Prešeren Square-visit early morning or after dusk when the square is much quieter and the church's pink façade photographs best.
Enter from Prešeren Square and check local mass times posted at the door before planning a visit-services can restrict access to the nave and side chapels.
Take a moment inside for the painted ceilings, side chapels and the organ; many visitors only see the exterior and miss the interior artworks and detailing.

Best Time to Visit Franciscan Church of the Annunciation #

Visit in spring or autumn for comfortable conditions and fewer crowds when seeing the interior.

Spring and autumn (best balance)

Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct · 8-20°C

Pleasant weather and moderate visitor numbers make it easier to visit the church interior and nearby Old Town sights.

Summer (busiest)

Jul-Aug · 18-28°C

Higher tourist volumes; expect more people inside the church, especially during daytime hours.

Winter (quiet)

Nov-Feb · 0-8°C

Low visitor numbers mean a quiet interior experience, though some services or events may affect access.

Weather & Climate near Franciscan Church of the Annunciation #

Climate

Franciscan Church of the Annunciation's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1413 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 59 Moderate

Best Time to Visit

JulyAugustJune

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

36°

Warmest Month

-23°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-1°

Feels Like Freezing

-1°C

Temperature

-4° – 2°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

75 mm

Rainfall

1.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.9h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

1°

Feels Like Cold

1°C

Temperature

-3° – 5°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

72 mm

Rainfall

1.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.3

UV Index

Low

10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

0° – 10°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

93 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.5

UV Index

Moderate

11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

4° – 15°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

111 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

8° – 20°

76%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

118 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

14.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

18°

Feels Like Cool

18°C

Temperature

12° – 23°

75%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

154 mm

Rainfall

1.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

15.6h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

14° – 26°

71%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

115 mm

Rainfall

1.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

15.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

13° – 25°

70%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

126 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.4

UV Index

High

14.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

15°

Feels Like Cool

15°C

Temperature

10° – 21°

77%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

136 mm

Rainfall

1.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (164 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cool

10°C

Temperature

6° – 15°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

164 mm

Rainfall

1.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.4

UV Index

Low

10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

4°

Feels Like Cold

4°C

Temperature

1° – 8°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

143 mm

Rainfall

1.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.2

UV Index

Low

9.3h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

0°

Feels Like Cold

0°C

Temperature

-3° – 3°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

106 mm

Rainfall

1.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.5h daylight

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