History on the V4 Routes
Działdowo Knight Brotherhood
The association was founded in 2018 on the basis of a group of reenactors from Działdowo and the surrounding area. As part of the Brotherhood, there are: a sports sword section (fights with soft equipment) - sports activities for children as well as conditioning and...
Artistic Pottery Jarosław Arkuszyński
The first records of the Arkuszyński family come from the 13th century. At that time, the family lived in the village of Arkuszewo near Gniezno, where the Arkuszyński family was already engaged in pottery according to family tradition. The family history says that...
Ranking horse archery competition Pruska Strzała
This is a new initiative, organized for the first time in 2021 by the PASSION Horse Equestrian School in Opalenie. The competition was attended by the best horse archers in Poland and in the world, who showed their skills in three competitions: the Polish Track, the...
Сoronation days in Bratislava
Every year in July Bratislava hosts the Coronation Days Theater. Fencing performances, exhibitions, tastings, and free tours in Slovak, English, German, Hungarian, and Ukrainian are waiting for you. The main event is a procession in historical costumes with the king,...
Historical Castle Picnic
The Historical Castle Picnic is a cyclical event, organized annually in mid-August. Each edition of the picnic is set in a different historical period, from the Slavic times to World War II, in reference to the region's past. Depending on the leitmotif, in the castle...
Jewelry ZEMA
ZEMA has been a new Hungarian brand on the jewelry market. It was established in 2009. Among its products you can find individually designed silver jewelry decorated with original Swarovski crystals, jewelry with amber, pearls, semi-precious stones. The latest...
Historical and Cultural Association “Brotherhood of Knights of the Nidzica Command”
The brotherhood was founded in 1999 and currently has nearly 40 members. It brings together people of various professions and ages. We are located within the walls of the 14th century castle. Our activity and name refer to the history of the Teutonic Order in the late...
Educational farm at the Szyszka potter
The profession of potter, performed by Jan Szyszka, mentioned the act from 1665. Thus, the mentioned Jan, the master of the potters' guild, is the first legal trace of the existence of the potter's guild in the Szyszek family (in March 1612). Today, brothers Tomasz...
The siege of Malbork
Malbork is known all over the world for its huge Teutonic castle. The siege of Malbork is a historical reenactment of one of the greatest battles of the Middle Ages for the Malbork castle, referring to the events of 1410, when the Polish-Lithuanian army of King...
Battle of Heilsberg
The Battle of Heilsberg is an important event of the Napoleonic spring campaign, which took place on June 10, 1807. The battle was an important element of Napoleon's war with the Fourth Coalition and the largest Napoleonic battle fought in the field in today's Poland....
Josephine Festival – Terezín Fortress
The Josephine Festival commemorates the founding of the Terezín Fortress on 10 October 1780. Traditionally, they are set mainly in the 18th century. Their aim is to commemorate the unique Terezín fortress and the events that preceded its construction. It is one of the...
Hussar banner of the Marshal of the Pomeranian Voivodeship
It is the most dynamic organization dealing with historical reconstruction in the commune of Gniew and in the Pomeranian Voivodeship. It takes part in prestigious historical events in Poland and abroad. Gniew is especially famous thanks to the stagings organized in...
A walk with the ghosts of the Teutonic Knights
A walk with the 'ghosts' of the Teutonic Knights is an evening sightseeing of Lębork accompanied by 'ghost knights', the aim of which is to discover the secrets of the city and its every nook and cranny. The Teutonic Ghosts tell about the medieval city, its former...
Winefest Slovakia
Wine festivals are organised with the aim of revitalising the historic centres of the towns of Žilina and Trenčín and are an opportunity to meet for lovers of good wine and producers of Slovak wine. More than 20 winemakers take part in the event, and more than 100...
Lavender biscuits and culinary lavender
Butter cookies "LAVANDULKY" are made by hand, prepared and baked according to the traditional recipe by Mrs. Anna Drobná (mother of the owner), who comes from the Lavender Garden in Klapý. Biscuits have been baked here according to this recipe for more than 3...
The APIS Merchant Banner
The reconstruction group has been operating for over 20 years and is engaged in historical reconstruction of various periods. There are 30 reenactors in its ranks who take part in many reconstruction events in Poland and abroad.City: Gniew / Commune: GniewThe APIS...
Lokalne Przysmaki (Local Delicacies)
Lokalne Przysmaki Olsztyn is the place where you can buy products from Mikrowarzywa z Warmii (Microvegetables from Warmia) and Koza na Lawendzie (Koza on Lavender), as well as from other friendly producers. We focus on local specialties and short supply chains. On...
Medieval Culture Lovers Club
The Medieval Culture Lovers Club was founded in 1994 and is a kind of knightly brotherhood. Together with the Prussian Union, associating this type of brotherhoods of Northern Poland, in 2004 it celebrated his 10th anniversary at the castle in Nowe. The club organizes...
Weaving Company (PASZABI SZÖTTTES BT.)
The tradition of weaving began with the regulation of the Cisa River, then each family produced its own clothing and underwear used in the household. Hemp fibers were bleached on the spot and became the raw material suitable for weaving. Gradually, weaving traditions...
Municipality celebration
The two-day program of the event always has a predictable date - it is the Saturday and Sunday closest to August 20. Participants in the event are Hungarian and foreign settlements, which introduce visitors to their past and present. In the tents of the...
The camp of the Great Army in Ostróda
Ostróda invites you to a historical event the background of which is the war of the Fourth Anti-French Coalition of 1806–1807. It was then, during the war, a small Masurian town occupied by the French army became the "capital of Europe" with the arrival of the French...
Legends become alive
Art friendly project dedicated to the history of the region, with a view to reviving the theatre and tourism of Upper Nitra, was launched in 2021. The event is carried out through live theatre pictures, directly in the historical parts of the town of Bojnice, in nine...
Lobkowicz Castle Winery – Roudnice nad Labem
Fratava wine as a regional product and the historic Lobkowicz chateau winery Roudnice nad Labem and its more than 400 years long tradition. Wines have been produced in the medieval cellars of the Roudnice chateau under the administration of the Lobkowicz family since...
Craft Beer Festival
A degusting Craft Beer Festival of small craft breweries from Slovakia, but also from abroad, which takes place in the Old Market Hall in Bratislava. There is usually a great atmosphere and one interesting fact - each brewery has to introduce a new beer that has not...
Day of Czech Crafts with T.G. Masaryk in Úštěk
On Thursday, 28 October, Úštěk will host the largest celebration of the founding of the republic in the Czech Republic. You can look forward to a full-day rich programme with T.G. Masaryk. Program: arrival of T.G. Masaryk with his entourage and his stay at the Crafts...
Pottery Village
We invite you to the Pottery Village to learn about Masurian traditions. This Masurian theme village is a great place for rest, education and fun. The offer includes a guided walk, craft workshops, a film screening and a presentation on Masurian traditions. The...
PASSION Equestrian School
Equestrian School "PASJA" as an equestrian center, apart from training recreational riders, also deals with: Reconstruction of cavalry in the 13th-17th centuries; training, preparation and rental of horses; training and preparing riders for the reconstruction of the...
wARTe Candles gallery
Galeria wARTe Świeczki powstała z miłości do pięknych zapachów i zauroczenia tajnikami ich wpływu na człowieka. Najpiękniejsze zapachy postanowiliśmy zamknąć w słoikach z działdowskiej Huty Szkła. Mieszamy wosk sojowy z soi NO GMO z wysokiej jakości naturalnymi...
Open Cellars of the Bohemian Central Highlands
Meet the winemakers in Žernosky, Litoměřice, Žalhostice, Lovosice or Třebívlice! Which wineries you will visit: Litoměřice - Agrofrukt Kamýk - Klášterní vinné sklepy, winery Radoslav Potůček and winery Hutár – brewery; Žalhostice - Winery under Radobýlem; Velké...
Knight Brotherhood Banner of the Malbork Region
The Brotherhood of Knights Banner of the Malbork Region was established in 2005. It is a group of historical reconstruction gathering people fascinated by the Middle Ages. The ranks of the organization include the inhabitants of Malbork and the surrounding towns. The...
Domini Scepusii – a historical swordplay company
Embark on an exhilarating journey with ‘Domini Scepusii - the lords of the Zips’ a historical swordplay company established in 1995. With a deep passion for military history, weapon craftsmanship, and the life of past societies, they bring the past to life through...
Association ‘Land of Plums’
The association was established in 2011 for the development of tourism of the Szatmár-Bereg area. It’s most important goal is to preserve the intact substance of nature, cultural and historical heritage, and religious traditions. The most important treasures of the...
Knight Festival Rotenstein
If you like the fairytale atmosphere from the Middle Ages, find your way to Rotenstein. Knight like tournaments, but also the battle with the fire dragon will be the main attractions. Come to witness whether in the end good will triumph over evil at the Red Stone...
Medieval Fair on St. James
The fair takes place in the area of the castle, zwinger and the park behind the Kętrzyn Castle. During the Fair, you can see the work of a blacksmith, take part in workshops presenting the former cuisine. The pottery workshop will allow you to learn about various...
The swamp festival
The festival has a regional and cross-border character. Every year, partner settlements from Romania and Ukraine take part in it. It is well known that Nagyecsed has had the richest history and culture and ethnographic monuments in the entire region. The goal of the...
Manufactory
The company produces cosmetics based on ancient recipes. Natural raw materials such as herbs, fruits, beer, Moravian wine and Karlovy Vary chalk salt are used in the production. In addition to cosmetics, the company also offers recipes for home beauty and relaxation...
Blacksmithing-Armoursmithing Grybol Jakub Grybek
I have been running the workshop since 1998. We have made many elements for the needs of historical groups and for individual orders. We work with traditional and modern techniques, based on our own or entrusted projects. For the needs of the historical movement, we...
The international fish soup cooking competition
The competition takes place on the banks of the Tur River. Visitors and tourists who come here can experience the rich ethnographic, cultural and gastronomic traditions of the Szatmár region. In addition to the cultural offer, craft demonstrations and folk food...
Baranus Opaleński
It is a combination of the traditional Hubertus and the match played in "Buzkaszi". Many historical reenactors and riders from all over the area participate in this horse-riding event, the arena of which is the Maciejówka Agritourism Farm in Opalenie. The event has...
Knights of Gniew
It is a group of friends, lovers of tradition and history, who were united over thirty years ago by the idea of rebuilding and reviving the castle in Gniew. Today, we can see the Knights of Gniew during historical performances in which they play key roles, e.g. in...
The Krzyżogryf host from Bytów
The Krzyżogryf host from Bytów is a reconstruction group based in the Teutonic castle in Bytów. We have been operating since 2014, we deal with the recreation and imitation of the realities and customs from the turn of the 14th and 15th centuries. During our meetings...
Medieval crafts fair in Bratislava
In April in the courtyard of the Bratislava Castle there is a medieval craft fair. You will be able to experience the atmosphere of the Middle Ages and see how a potter, engraver, purse maker, tanner, and other craftsmen work. You will also have the opportunity to buy...
Historical reenactment group Hector
Hector began as a small group of people enthusiastic about history and its reconstruction. For years we have developed into a leader in the field of historical events in Slovakia and today we stand behind the most successful projects in this field, such as the Knight...
Pirate wars under the Corsair banner
We invite you to the ceramic market, which is traditionally held in the castle park. You can look forward to the original work of Czech ceramists and other original products. The visit can be combined with a tour of the chateau, the chateau garden and a visit to the...
Szatmári Wedding in Szamosújlak
The purpose of the three-day event is to show a country wedding along with typical country cuisine combined with tastings for participants, who can also learn how to make snail cakes. The event begins with the organization of stag night and hen party. The wedding is...
Knight’s Tournament at the castle in Sztum
In August this year the Knight's Tournament will be held at the castle in Sztum. During the tournament, you can see the struggles of knights' fellowships - there will be duels of knights and their squires, visit handicraft stands, taste dishes inspired by medieval...
Team Jormungand Hird Kwidzyn
We are a team recreating the traditions of early medieval Scandinavians from the turn of the 10th and 11th centuries. Our group has strong ties with the nationwide Red Wing Federation of Early Medieval Warriors / Bolesław's Army. The team slogan is: "Team = Family"....
The Haunted Castle
The Haunted Castle is an event that will bring the ghosts back to Bojnice Castle. It's about a staged event with ghosts and poltergeists of Bojnice Castle, dedicated to domestic and foreign visitors as part of cultural tourism on the upper Nitra. It focuses on those...
Wine Litoměřice
One of the most prestigious wine sales and competition exhibitions in the Czech Republic included in the Family Silver of the Ústí nad Labem Region programme. It is one of the largest wine sales exhibitions with wine tasting at individual stands of winemakers in the...
TOSTABUR – Society of Ancient Martial Arts and Crafts
TOSTABUR was founded in 1964 mainly by sports fencers of TJ Lokomotiva Bratislava. It was a group of enthusiasts about historical fencing, and their soul was the fencing master Ing. Peter Koza. We are fascinated by history and motivated by the romance of bygone...
Welcome
We are delighted to extend to you a special invitation to explore handpicked gems of Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary. Our editorial team has scoured the region to curate a unique and unforgettable journey that showcases the rich culture, history, and natural beauty of these countries.
The interactive map ‘History on the V4 Routes’ is the project’s activity
within the project ‘Explore hidden treasures of tourist and travel pearls’ financed by
the Governments of Czechia, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia
through Visegrad Grants from International Visegrad Fund.
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