Church of the Holy Cross, Dednja Vas

The Church of the Holy Cross in Dednja Vas is an exceptional sacred building, prominently situated on a hill, maintaining its original spatial relationship with the surrounding structures in the village. As one of the oldest preserved buildings between Bistrica ob Sotli and Brežice, the church offers insight into the authentic building substance and construction design from the Gothic and late Baroque periods. It serves as an important source for studying historical building materials and their use.

The church is key to understanding the stylistic currents and their development in the art heritage of the Brežice and Bizeljsko regions. The rich Baroque church furnishings, especially the altars, have retained their authenticity and original appearance, allowing for the exploration of historical artistic techniques. The diverse motifs in the altar furnishings and other elements reflect the religious affiliation of the local population, their aesthetic sensibilities, and the cultural-historical context of the time in which these furnishings were created.

The church is protected as a cultural monument to ensure its preservation and integrity. Protected elements include its location within the village, architectural design, original building substance and details (windows, ribs, triumphal arch), wall structures with plastering and paintings, as well as all church furnishings, including altars, pews, the Stations of the Cross, and relics. The preservation of the original flooring and stone steps further enhances its historical value.