Events & What's Happening

Explore the mysterious WWII Nazi underground tunnel network beneath Książ Castle. Expert-guided tour through the excavated sections with historical context and atmosphere.

Live demonstrations at the historic 17th-century paper mill — one of the oldest in Europe. Make your own sheet of paper by hand using traditional methods and take it home as a souvenir.

Full season of guided tours through the Osówka underground complex — Nazi Germany's largest secret construction project. Explore tunnels carved by prisoners under brutal conditions and uncover the still-unsolved mystery of their purpose.

Weekly farmers' market with regional produce, artisanal cheeses, honey, and fresh bread. Local food trucks and live music.

Seasonal opening of the Potstejn observation tower above the Divoká Orlice valley. Views stretch from the Orlické Mountains to the Krkonoše range on clear days.

Spring is baby season at the safari. Special guided tours to meet the newborns — giraffes, zebras, and antelope calves.

Seasonal opening of the castle observation tower with panoramic views over the Podkrkonoší foothills and Krkonoše mountains. Rangers on site to identify peaks and villages.

Guided nature walk along the Úpa river through the blossoming valley. A naturalist explains the wildflowers, wildlife, and the landscape that inspired Němcová's classic novel.

Special opening weekend for the season at Hrubá Skála Château. Guided tours of the cliff-top castle, wine tasting from the château cellars, and panoramic views over Bohemian Paradise.

Early morning guided walk through the Prachovské skály nature reserve at the height of the spring dawn chorus. Ornithologist guide identifies species nesting in the sandstone crevices.

Seasonal opening of the formal gardens surrounding the star-shaped château. Guided botanical walk, craft stalls, and a small farmers' market of local produce.

Guided sunrise photography tours on the iconic Bastei Bridge. Capture the Elbe Valley in golden light.

Extended access to the château's world-class weapons collection with expert commentary. Highlights include ceremonial swords, Eastern hunting rifles, and Renaissance armour from across Europe.

Interactive adventure trail for families following the legend of the Jesuit treasure hidden at Potstejn Castle. Clues, puzzles, and historical storytelling through the forest and Gothic ruins.

Celebrate the transition from ski season to summer. The lifts open for hikers, bike rentals launch, and the resort hosts live music, food trucks, and opening-day festivities.

Guided day hike starting from Jičín through the Bohemian Paradise UNESCO Geopark. Expert naturalist introduces the sandstone geology, local legends, and wildflower meadows of the region.

Spectacular falconry demonstration in the castle courtyard. Eagles, falcons, and owls perform free-flight displays. Visitors can photograph the birds up close after the show.

Seasonal opening walk through the extensive English landscape park with a dendrologist guide. Learn about the rare tree species planted by the Harrach family in the 19th century.

Full access to the WWII-era artillery fortress including underground tunnels. Military vehicle displays and historical reenactments.

The Josefov Military Museum opens its full collection including rarely displayed weapons, uniforms, and maps from the Austro-Prussian War. Expert curators give guided talks throughout the day.

Guided circular hike through the volcanic landscape around Trosky. Visit hidden viewpoints, learn about the geology of the twin basalt plugs, and spot sandstone towers on the horizon.

City-wide treasure hunt following the famous bronze gnome sculptures. Teams compete to find hidden gnomes, with prizes at landmark locations.

Annual opening of the Vizmburk excavation site with archaeologists on hand to explain ongoing research. The 13th-century Gothic castle was discovered only in the 1970s — a true "East Bohemian Pompeii".

One of Europe's most prestigious classical music festivals. World-class orchestras and soloists in the city's magnificent concert halls.

Learn to capture the dramatic rock formations. Sunrise and sunset sessions with a professional photographer.

Annual open day when the Sternberg family invites visitors behind the scenes. Meet the owners, tour rooms not normally accessible, and hear stories of four centuries of family history.

Special access to normally closed parts of the monastery including the cloister gardens, library, and bell tower. Guided tours in Czech, English, and German.

Full-day photography workshop on the highest table mountain in the Central European Sudetes. Work with a professional guide to capture the labyrinthine rock passages and panoramic summit.

Annual sandstone climbing gathering in the Bohemian Paradise. Guided routes for beginners and advanced climbers on the classic Prachovské skály formations. Safety briefing and equipment rental available.

Free guided walks through the historic centre with stops at the Němcová cottage, the Red Church, and the old town fortifications. Local historians share stories of the area's past.

Rock climbing meeting for all skill levels. Guided climbs on classic sandstone routes, bouldering workshops, and evening campfire talks.

Monthly open-air market on the spa promenade with regional artisans, local food producers, and folk musicians. Mineral spring water tasting and wellness consultations available.

Guided evening walks with lanterns through the rock formations. Limited to 30 participants per group.

Temporary exhibition commemorating the traveller and composer Kryštof Harant z Polžic, who owned Pecka Castle. Maps, artefacts, and music from his legendary journey to Jerusalem.

Evening candlelit tours through the 14th-century interiors with stories of the castle's turbulent history, its many owners, and the legends that cling to its battlements above the lake.

The biggest annual celebration in Germany's most intact medieval city. Thousands gather across six historic districts for live music, craft markets, and street performances.

Explore the underground casemates and tunnels of the star-shaped fortress by torchlight. Stories of soldiers, prisoners, and the fortress's dark history.

Exhibition of garden designs, flower arrangements, and regional plants. Expert talks and plant market.

Behind-the-scenes tours of the famous Meissen porcelain factory. Master painters demonstrate their craft. Special exhibition of historic pieces.

Celebrate the blooming of thousands of roses in the famous castle rose gardens. Garden tours, floral workshops, rose-inspired cuisine, and live music in the courtyard.

Annual gathering of regional craftspeople in the town square. Demonstrations of local trades — glass cutting, lace-making, woodcarving, and pottery — with workshops for children.

Guided walk linking Vizmburk ruins with the Havlovice village and nearby gorge trail. A local historian narrates the social history of medieval Bohemia using the castle's remarkably preserved stonework.

Living history weekend at the fortress with military re-enactors from the 18th century, cannon firings, guided tours of normally closed sections, and period craft demonstrations.

Weekly outdoor concerts on the beautiful spa park promenade throughout summer. Classical, jazz, and Polish folk music performed by ensembles from across Silesia.

International opera and music festival in the Renaissance castle courtyard. One of the Czech Republic's most prestigious cultural events.

Annual celebration of Baroque art and music in the historic hospital complex. Period costumes, concerts, and guided tours of the Braun sculptures.

Candlelit tour of the monastery gardens at dusk followed by a chamber concert in the refectory. Limited to 60 guests for an intimate atmosphere.

Historical archery competition using traditional recurve and longbows. Open to participants of all levels; beginners can take a taster lesson with medieval archery instructors.

Monthly classical music concerts in the beautifully restored Baroque interior of the château. Chamber ensembles from the Czech Philharmonic and invited international artists.

Celebration of the town's 600-year healing tradition with free mineral spring tastings, guided park walks, health lectures, and demonstrations of traditional spa therapies.

Guided dawn hike to the highest table mountain in Europe (919m). Watch the sunrise from the summit. Hot tea and breakfast included.

One of the Czech Republic's biggest music festivals. International headliners, local acts, and street art installations.

See the African animals under the stars. Guided bus tour through the safari with spotlights. Special feeding demonstrations.

Weekend yoga retreat in the sandstone formations. Morning and sunset sessions on natural rock platforms. Guided meditation walks.

Outdoor classical and jazz concerts in the terraced baroque gardens below Náchod Castle. Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy music with a castle backdrop.

Annual celebration of the château's English park with guided dendrology walks, period music in the garden, and an art market under the ancient trees.

Magical summer solstice evening in the English landscape park with lantern-lit walks, live chamber music, and a glass of local wine beside the romantic pond.

Special extended evening opening. Watch the sun set over the Bohemian Paradise from the iconic twin volcanic towers.

Celebrate the longest day at the highest Czech peak. Sunrise hike from Pec, traditional bonfire, and mountain music at the summit post office.

Annual old town festival filling the medieval streets with live music, craft stalls, and regional cuisine. The Ortenburg Castle courtyard hosts evening concerts under the stars.

Annual literary festival celebrating Božena Němcová's legacy. Readings, period costumes, traditional crafts, and horse-drawn carriage rides through the valley.

Mountain biking festival with downhill races, enduro trails, and bike park competitions. Demo rides of latest models, live music, and beer garden.

Special evening access to the historic 18th-century fortress. Torchlit tours through underground tunnels, reenactors in period costume, and cannon demonstrations.

Literary evenings at the Němcová cottage. Readings from her works, period refreshments, and guided tours of the cottage.

Dramatic re-enactment of the Battle of Königgrätz. Hundreds of costumed participants, cannon fire, and cavalry charges.

Special evening tours of the tunnels with minimal lighting to recreate the atmosphere of wartime construction. Guides share testimonies of the forced labourers who built this vast underground labyrinth.

Weekly organ recitals in the hospital chapel. Baroque and classical repertoire in a stunning acoustic setting.

Acoustic concerts at mountain huts. Folk, jazz, and world music in the most scenic venue in the Krkonoše.

Ghost stories and mysterious tales during torchlit tours of the castle. Meet historical characters in costume.

Weekly organ and choral concerts in the magnificent Gothic Meissener Dom. World-class acoustics and stunning stained glass create an unforgettable setting for sacred music.

Spectacular equestrian display in the castle grounds, organised by the Sternberg family. Dressage, show jumping, carriage driving, and a parade of historic breeds.

Open-air theatre performances in the Jiráskovy sady park. Czech-language Shakespeare plays under the stars.

Music festival celebrating the Baroque heritage of Jelenia Góra and the Karkonosze foothills. Concerts in historic churches and the arcaded market square.

Biennial festival celebrating Albrecht von Wallenstein, the famous general who made Jičín his capital. Period costumes, Renaissance markets, equestrian displays, and fireworks over the château.

Magical evening tours of the Neo-Gothic interiors by candlelight. Actors in period costumes bring the castle's romantic history to life with guided storytelling and period music.

Mountain trail running race from Pec to the summit of Sněžka (1603 m). Categories for all levels, including a family fun run.

Torchlit tours through the medieval castle. Meet ghosts and historical figures lurking in the halls and dungeons.

Expert naturalist guides lead groups through the hidden rock corridors and viewpoints of Broumovské stěny. Learn about sandstone geology, flora, and regional folklore.

Summer festival combining open-air concerts, kayaking on Leśniańskie Lake, and a medieval market below the castle ramparts. The sunset view of the castle from the water is the highlight.

Annual cultural festival celebrating the heritage of the Kłodzko region. Folk music, craft stalls, traditional food, and a spectacular parade through the old town.

Open-air music festival among the sandstone towers. Local and regional bands, food stalls, and guided rock walks.

Costumed interpreters recreate life at a 1930s Czech mountain border fortress. Artillery crew drills, field kitchen, and equipment demonstrations.

Annual medieval market in the castle courtyard with craft stalls, archery, and a demonstration joust by costumed knights. Children's activities and period food.

International classical music festival in the spa town. Orchestra concerts in the historic Zdrojowy Park bandshell.

Summer evening festival at the castle ruins combining live folk music with storytelling about the famous Jesuit treasure legend. Open fire, local food stalls, and mead tasting.

Annual open-air festival on the fortress plateau with live music, food markets, and illumination of the historic fortifications after dark. One of the most atmospheric events in Saxon Switzerland.

Open-air music festival on the Bastei plateau with the iconic bridge as a backdrop. Acoustic folk, world music, and chamber performances in one of Saxony's most dramatic settings.

Open-air photography and art exhibition on the fortress ramparts showcasing the landscapes of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Artists from Germany, Czech Republic, and Poland contribute work.

Annual summer theatre festival bringing companies from across Europe to the spa town's open-air stages. A mix of classical drama, contemporary theatre, and street performance in the park.

One of the oldest Czech amateur theatre festivals, held in nearby Hronov. Dozens of plays, workshops, and street performances spread across the Náchod region over two weeks.

Prestigious annual festival celebrating Frédéric Chopin's visits to the spa town. World-class pianists perform in historic venues; the recitals in the Paper Mill museum are particularly memorable.

All Broumov group churches open with live music performances. Each church hosts a different ensemble — visit all in one day.

Craft market in the courtyard of the UNESCO-listed Pernštejn Castle. Artisans demonstrate traditional crafts, period music fills the arcades, and local food vendors offer regional specialities.

Guided astronomy evening at the highest point in the Czech Republic, far above light pollution. Telescopes provided; astronomers explain visible constellations, planets, and deep-sky objects.

Annual festival celebrating the genius of architect Giovanni Santini-Aichel. Guided tours of the unique circular château, period harpsichord concerts, and lectures on Baroque architecture.

Professional wildlife photographer leads a small group through the safari park with tips on capturing animals in natural light. Each participant gets a signed print of the best shot.

Knights, sword fighting demonstrations, archery contests, and medieval crafts. A feast for families and history enthusiasts.

Spa treatments, mineral water cures, and Nordic walking tours through the Zdrojowy Park. Local health experts give talks on the therapeutic benefits of the Kudowa mineral springs.

Regional craft beers from Lower Silesian breweries paired with local cuisine. Live music on the main square.

Over 50 museums and galleries open until midnight, including the Zwinger, the Green Vault, and the Dresden Art Gallery. A single ticket grants access to all venues, with shuttle buses between them.

Outdoor cinema evening in the castle grounds screening classic Czech fairy tales filmed here. Blankets provided, mulled wine on sale.

Film screenings in the 'Görliwood' city that served as a backdrop for The Grand Budapest Hotel and other films. Walking tours of filming locations.

Local chefs showcase mountain cuisine — trout, wild game, forest mushrooms, and berry desserts. Cooking demos and tasting menus.

Mountain trail race with multiple distances: 10 km, 21 km, and 42 km routes through the Krkonoše National Park. Finish line on the summit of the highest Czech peak (1603 m).

Annual history festival at the complex bringing together WWII researchers, veterans' associations, and documentary screenings. Lectures, exhibitions, and guided tours focus on the human cost of Project Riese.

Fairy tale festival celebrating the stories of Rumcajs. Street performances, puppet theatre, and costume parade through the historic town.

Exhibition and sale of traditional and contemporary Silesian glasswork. Live glass-blowing demonstrations and workshops.

Two-day photography workshop among the dramatic sandstone formations. Morning mist sessions, golden-hour shots, and post-processing feedback in the evening.

After-dark tours of the Litomyšl Castle arcades and gardens by lantern light. Storytellers bring the Pernštejn and Habsburg history to life along the castle route.

Celebration of the château's hunting traditions with demonstrations of historical field sports, falconry displays, and guided tours focused on the hunting trophy collection.

Free entry day at the Vizmburk archaeological site with extended opening hours. Craft demonstrations, local food, and presentations by the Friends of Vizmburk association.

Traditional harvest celebrations in the castle grounds. Apple pressing, bread baking, and folk music.

Expert talks on the history of the Czechoslovak border fortification system. Includes a guided underground tour of the casemates and fire control systems.

Celebrate the grape harvest in Germany's most easterly wine region. Vineyard tours, wine tasting from the Elbe slopes, traditional harvest foods, and folk music on the market square.

Guided hikes across the Krkonoše plateau when the dwarf pine and bilberry shrubs turn red and gold. Photography walks, botanical talks, and warming soups at the mountain chalet.

Guided forest walk through the golden autumn beech woods around Hrubá Skála. Stop at panoramic viewpoints over the sandstone rock towers and Trosky Castle.

Experience Szczeliniec Wielki dressed in autumn gold. A naturalist guide explains the ecology of the rock plateau and leads the group to the best autumn viewpoints.

The legendary live-action role-playing event set in the castle, attracting Harry Potter fans from across the world. Participants immerse in magical studies, mystery plots, and castle exploration over four days.

The third-largest castle in Poland illuminated with artistic light installations. Night tours through illuminated gardens and halls.

Guided autumn hike along the Malerweg (Painter's Way) to the Bastei with forest foliage at its peak. Learn about the landscape painters who immortalized this view in the 19th century.

One of Poland's most prestigious jazz festivals, drawing international artists to historic venues across the city. Concerts in the NFM concert hall, jazz clubs, and outdoor stages on the Market Square.

One of Poland's most beautiful Christmas markets, filling the Gothic market square with wooden stalls, mulled wine, amber jewellery, and hand-painted ornaments. Ice rink and live carol singers.

One of Germany's oldest Christmas markets (since 1434). Traditional crafts, Stollen cake, and Glühwein in the historic Altstadt.

One of Saxony's most atmospheric Christmas markets in the medieval Hauptmarkt. Sorbian traditional crafts, handmade ornaments, Glühwein, and Striezel under the historic city towers.

Christmas market in one of Germany's best-preserved medieval old towns. Historic timber-framed backdrop, Silesian crafts, handmade ornaments, and traditional German holiday foods.

Traditional Christmas market on the historic arcaded market square. Regional crafts, hot mulled wine, gingerbread, and live carol singers in a historic mountain town setting.

Annual Advent concert by the Broumov chamber choir in the grand Baroque basilica. Traditional carols and sacred choral music in a spectacular acoustic setting.