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Explore the South Side Statues of Charles Bridge

This statue gallery presents breathtaking images of the sculptures on Prague’s iconic Charles Bridge. Starting from the Mala Strana side, visitors can observe the statues in their chronological order.

Statue of St. Wenceslas on Charles Bridge

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St. Wenceslas on Charles Bridge Prague. Kerry Kubilius

This statue, sculpted by Karel Bohm in 1858, features Saint Wenceslas, the patron saint of the Czech Republic, depicted on horseback.

Statue of Saints John of Matha, Feliz of Valois, and Ivan on Charles Bridge

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Saints John of Matha, Felix of Valois, and Ivan on Charles Bridge Prague.

Created in 1714 by Ferdinand Brokoff, this statue symbolizes the liberation of Christians imprisoned by Ottoman Turks.

Statue of St. Adalbert on Charles Bridge

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St. Adalbert on Charles Bridge Prague. Kerry Kubilius

Designed by Michael and Ferdinand Brokoff in 1709, this statue depicts St. Adalbert, a medieval bishop and an important patron saint in Central Europe.

Statue of St. Lutgard on Charles Bridge

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St. Lutgard on Charles Bridge Prague. iStockphoto/lillisphotography

Sculpted in 1710 by Matthias Braun, St. Lutgard is portrayed in the act of kissing Christ’s wounds during a divine vision.

Statue of St. Nicholas of Tolentino on Charles Bridge

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St. Nicholas of Tolentino on Charles Bridge Prague. Kerry Kubilius

Crafted in 1708 by Jan Bedrich Kohl, this statue illustrates St. Nicholas distributing bread to those in need as an act of charity.

Statue of Saints Vincent Ferrer and Procopius on Charles Bridge

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Saints Vincent Ferrer and Procopius on Charles Bridge Prague. Kerry Kubilius

This 1712 statue by Ferdinand Brokoff provides a powerful representation of two saints guiding individuals away from sin.

Statue of St. Francis of Assisi on Charles Bridge

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Francis of Assisi on Charles Bridge Prague. Kerry Kubilius

This statue showcases St. Francis of Assisi, accompanied by two angels, crafted in 1855 by Emmanual Max.

Statue of St. Ludmilla on Charles Bridge

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St. Ludmilla on Charles Bridge Prague. Kerry Kubilius

St. Ludmilla, known for spreading Christianity in the Bohemian region, is teaching St. Wenceslas through scripture, illustrated on her statue’s relief.

Statue of St. Francis Borgia on Charles Bridge

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St. Francis Borgia on Charles Bridge Prague. Kerry Kubilius

Ferdinand Brokoff sculpted this statue in 1710, showcasing Saint Francis Borgia alongside two angels holding the Virgin Mary’s portrait.

Statue of St. Christopher on Charles Bridge

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St. Christopher on Charles Bridge Prague. Kerry Kubilius

In this classic 1857 statue by Emmanual Max, St. Christopher carries Jesus as a child on his shoulder, illustrating faith and protection.

Statue of St. Francis Xavier on Charles Bridge

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St. Francis Xavier on Charles Bridge Prague. iStockphoto/lillisphotography

This statue shows St. Francis Xavier alongside four non-European princes who are being converted to Christianity, representing his missionary work.

Statue of St. Joseph on Charles Bridge

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St. Joseph on Charles Bridge Prague. iStockphoto/lillisphotography

This statue captures St. Joseph and child Jesus, embodying paternal love and guidance.

Statue of Pieta/Lamentation of Christ on Charles Bridge

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Pieta on Charles Bridge Prague. Kerry Kubilius

The Pieta, sculpted by Emmanual Max in 1859, holds historical significance, serving as a former execution site.

Statue of Saints Barbara, Margaret, and Elizabeth on Charles Bridge

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Saints Barbara, Margaret, and Elizabeth on Charles Bridge Prague.

This statue depicts St. Barbara, the patron saint of miners, alongside St. Elizabeth and St. Margaret, important figures in Christian history.

Statue of St. Ivo on Charles Bridge

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St. Ivo on Charles Bridge Prague. iStockphoto/travelif

St. Ivo, also known as St. Ives, is depicted in an 18th-century statue as the patron saint of lawyers, accompanied by the personification of Justice.

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