History on the V4 Routes
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...
Easter in Úštěk or merrily into spring
Traditional spring Easter festivities with a full-day programme in the historic Úštěk. What awaits you in Úštěk at Easter? There are: the Great Easter Fair, performances of folklore groups and theatres, Easter parade, giant hen on stilts with egg, knitting pom poms,...
Falconry performances and thematic historical shows by falconers Aquila
Falconers group Aquila have their permanent stage near Bojnice Castle. During the summer season, they prepare various historical programs, performances, theatres for children and, of course, demonstrations of falconry. The main goal of falconers is to help raptors in...
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...
Knightly tournaments at the castle in Nidzica
The castle in Nidzica is a place of knights' skirmishes organized by the local brotherhood of knights. These are the "Summer Knight Tournament in Nidzica" and "Winter Cruise to the Castle in Nidzica and Grunwald Field" with the participation of Polish and foreign...
International Festival of Former Culture “Common Cultural Heritage”
The International Festival of Former Culture "Common Cultural Heritage" is an event in which Malbork becomes the capital of music played and sung many centuries ago. The audience has the opportunity to listen to faithful replicas of instruments from the past, learn...
The Brotherhood of the Knights of the Sztum Region
The Brotherhood of the Knights of the Sztum Region is an association that promotes the traditions of medieval culture, reminds residents and visiting tourists of the city's rich historical past. The basic offer of the Brotherhood includes visiting the castle courtyard...
Tradition in fashion
The event is organized by the Museum on the grounds of the Sosto Village Museum, the main point of which is a fashion show entitled Tradition in Fashion. It comprises the works of embroiderers from the Berega Museum. There are also exhibitions and embroidery...
Night tour of the underground passages – Terezín
Venture into the underground of the fortress city by the light of period lanterns! Popular night tours into the labyrinth of underground passages of the fortress city of Terezín. Experience an unusual underground tour by candlelight and lanterns only. The first tour...
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...
The land of 7 peculiarities
We invite organized groups to the Masurian thematic village called Land of 7 peculiarities. All guests are greeted by the Wodnik Omulek with whom you will get to know the Old Mazurian Trail, i.e. the path of old professions - forester, farmer and fisherman. People who...
AnnKas Bee Farm
We produce beeswax candles in many color combinations and shapes. We now offer over 100 types of candles. Candles are completely natural, with the beautiful smell of honey. They absorb odors and ionize the air, which is beneficial especially for asthmatics. We also...
The Apple Festival
The purpose of the festival is to popularize the region through apples as a distinctive product of the region, as well as developing professional market network of local producers. In addition to the presentation and competition of Szatmár's folk and gastronomic...
Former kitchen workshops
Medieval cuisine workshops conducted by the Lębork Historical Brotherhood take place in tower 32, restored with EU funds. Up to 15 people can participate in the workshops at the same time. Using replicas of historical dishes and old recipes, under the supervision of...
Szamos Feszt-Monostori Days and Military Festival
The organization of the event is related to the celebration of the anniversary of the outbreak of World War I. The purpose is to remember the heroes of that time and to remind people of all the horrors of war, the importance of peace.4732 Cégénydányád ,...
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...
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...
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...
The Honey Fest
The Csengerújfalu Honey Fest is organized on Saturdays and Sundays. The event's program offers visitors the following attractions: election of a honey king and honey queen, presentations and tastings of honey dishes and baked goods of local and regional entrepreneurs....
The international Pumpkin Festival
Nagydobos is not only the name of the place but also the name of the pumpkin, famous all over the world. Nagydobos was a famous food product of the settlement during the years 1920s and 1930s. Since 1998, the International Pumpkin Festival has been held annually, the...
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...
Secrets of Old Ostróda
The cycle of walks around Ostróda under the common title "Secrets of the Old Ostróda" takes into account different periods of the city's development and its history. During the walk, we will visit the most interesting places and tell extraordinary stories about them....
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 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...
Confectionery & Café DORTLETKA
The concept of the Dortletka confectionery and café wants to continue not only the family legacy, but especially the quality of Viennese and First Republic confectioneries and cafés. Dortletka is a snow pastry glued together with a special coffee cream, which is at...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Dragon Days
Dragon Days is a bespoke touring festival that comes to castles to keep children entertained during the summer holidays with dragon stories, games and activities. During the summer holidays, the popular festival visits magical castles and chateaux. Take a family trip...
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...
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,...
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...
The Festival Lapcsánka
The festival is named after the local dish lapcsánka, which has been present in the menu of the local community even in the present day. The purpose of the event is to exchange and pass on local experience to the next generation which will result in the increased...
Zernosecky feast
Taste Žernosec wines, take a train ride from Litoměřice to Žernosky and back, enjoy refreshments. The municipality of Velké Žernoseky would like to invite you to the 14th year of the wine harvest. The event will take place in the local cultural centre. It is scheduled...
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...
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...
Lamb products Chovaneček – Hlinná
The Chovaneček farm is in a small village called Hlinná, at the foot of the Hradiště and Holý hills in I. and II. zone of the protected area of the Central Bohemian Uplands. The family started in 2013, when it was engaged in breeding Suffolk sheep. Through its work,...
The Ecsed Cup in show jumping
The Ecsed Ménes Stud Farm has been in operation since 2007, and aims to reactivate horse breeding and equestrian sports as a national value, as well as to be a high-class centre where all conditions for professional activities are provided. The stud's goal is to bring...
The archery group Keleti Gyepű
Keleti Gyepű was founded in 2004 and refers to historical traditions whose goal is to preserve and revive the traditions of the Arpad dynasty (the first Hungarian national dynasty). The re-enactment group organizes a series of meetings and events in order not only to...
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’s Feast
Knight's Feasts are organized on Thursdays, in July and August. It takes place in the castle courtyard decorated with Teutonic banners. The game is played by the Teutonic commander surrounded by armed monastic knights. Willing participants can take part in...
Yellow Infantry Regiment
The origins of the Yellow Infantry Regiment date back to 2000, when a few fascinated with the 17th-century culture and military created a musketeer roster. The Yellow Infantry Regiment takes part in various undertakings related to the 17th-century reconstruction in...
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...
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...
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...
Association of the Middle Ages Culture Brotherhood of the Knights of the Olsztyn Castle
The Association of the Middle Ages Culture "Brotherhood of the Knights of the Olsztyn Castle" was established in 1997. It is the longest operating organization of this type in Warmia and Masuria, whose statutory goal is to promote the culture of the Middle Ages....
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...
Historical reenactment group Slovensko
Reenactment group ‘Slovensko’ is a non-political organization, whose members are interested in military history. The overall aims of the group are organizing and participating in reenactment and living history events, memorial ceremonials, history research and...
Bagmaking Valešová
Mrs. Valešová manufactures all cowhide products by herself and uses saddlery sewing machines and tools from the First republic (1918-1938). Products: belts, knife cases, belt pockets, keychains and wallets, purses, hand ornaments. All products are hand-decorated,...
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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.
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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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