Churches & monasteries
St Anthony of Padua Chapel in Milówka stands by the main road in the centre of the village and is one of the Beskid commune’s most important sacred heritage sites. The present masonry chapel was built in stages in the second half of the 19th century, and permission for Mass was granted in 1887. It is worth including on a walk through Milówka, while remembering that it remains a place of worship.
An earlier wooden shrine to St Anthony had existed in Milówka since 1716. The foundation stone for a new chapel was laid on 1 September 1876, but work stopped because of a lack of funds. Construction resumed in 1881 with parish donations. In December 1887, Bishop Albin Dunajewski allowed services to be held on St Anthony’s feast day and on Sundays and holy days.
The altar includes images of St Anthony, St Stanislaus and St Casimir. A 1774 cross from the earlier shrine was placed on the tower. Local residents associate the image of St Anthony with Jan Matejko’s workshop; this is local tradition rather than a confirmed attribution. A major renovation finished in 2021 and included the roof, floor, windows and altar.
The chapel hosts services, so interior access can depend on the parish timetable and permission on the day. Check current information with the municipality or parish before travelling. Remain quiet and do not take photographs during liturgy. Combine the stop with a walk through Milówka or an outing in the Soła valley, but do not expect museum-style guaranteed opening hours.
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