Roof Repairs of the Basilica Continue

For over a year now, one of Vyšehrad’s iconic landmarks, the Basilica of St. Peter and Paul, has been covered in scaffolding. The reason is an extensive roof renovation currently underway. The project involves the complete replacement of the slate roofing, reconstruction of the roof trusses, masonry repairs in the attic, and partial replacement of sheet metal elements. All this work is being carried out on a roof covering an area of 1,650 square meters and consisting of 59,400 slate tiles.

This year’s phase of exterior work has been successfully completed. The final slate tiles have been placed on the main nave. Attention is now shifting to the interior of the nave.

You too can help keep this national treasure dry. A public fundraising campaign is being organized by the Royal Collegiate Chapter of St. Peter and Paul at Vyšehrad. The total cost of the work is expected to reach 45 million CZK. As of today, nearly two-thirds of this amount has been secured.

The National Cultural Monument Vyšehrad and the Royal Collegiate Chapter of St. Peter and Paul thank you. Help us raise the remaining funds.