Wieluński Market Square in Częstochowa

Wieluński Market Square (Rynek Wieluński) in Częstochowa is a large square in the Częstochówka-Parkitka district, right next to Jasna Góra. It resembles a junction of many roads more than a market square with townhouses.

Origin of the name and its use

The name comes from Wieluń, to which the square was linked by a road running to the north-west. It was the main square of the monastery settlement, weekly horse markets were held on it, and pilgrims' carts stopped there. The market was closed in 1979. The sides of the square measure 260, 250, 120 and 90 metres, and it is similar in size to the Main Square in Kraków.

Buildings and changes

On the northern side stands the neo-Gothic Church of Jesus Dying, from 1906. Earlier there was a chapel with an almshouse, described in 1786 and demolished in 1838. The first eastern frontage was demolished during the Second World War on the orders of the German authorities. During the building of the road bypassing Jasna Góra, a stream crossing the square was filled in.

Practical information

• Location: Częstochowa, Częstochówka-Parkitka, about 400 m from Jasna Góra.
• Today the square serves mainly as a car park for residents and pilgrims; eight streets meet here.
• A walk can be combined with the Jasna Góra parks, about 600 m away.