Museums and galleries Havka

Architectural monuments of folk architecture are a major attraction for tourists seeking attractions with a real touch of history. Such a facility is also the Ľudové múzeum – Ždiarsky dom, whose exhibition is situated in a beautiful wooden cottage built following the model of wooden cottages from the early 20th century.

As the name of the folk museum suggests, you will find it in the Sub-Tatras village of Ždiar located in the Poprad district. The picturesque village is typical for its specific folk architecture, traditions, customs, and folklore, a taste of which has been prepared for visitors right in the Ždiarsky dom museum. The beautiful museum building was built in 1971 following the model of wooden cottages from 1911 and 1914. The exterior itself invites visitors and passers-by to step inside and let themselves drift away in time. In the residential part of the wooden cottage is the permanent exhibition of the museum formed by period furniture, folk costumes, and everyday items from the pre-war period. A magnificent carved chest, a wooden cradle, a small violin on the wall, or a gorgeous painted stove, everything here breathes history.

In addition to period items and an interesting commentary by the museum curator dressed in a folk costume, an interesting program is also prepared for visitors of Ždiarsky dom. Here you can experience a wedding from the last century and you will also get a unique opportunity to try on a traditional folk costume. Part of the museum complex is a restaurant with a tasty offer of local specialties and a souvenir shop. If you arrive at the right time, you can experience a horse-drawn carriage ride or a live Goral music performance as a accompanying event.

During your wanderings through the Tatransko-podtatranský región, definitely do not bypass the picturesque wooden cottage in Ždiar. If you visit during the winter season, take your skis with you and test the local ski resorts Ski centrum Strednica Ždiar or Ski centrum Strachan Ždiar, which attract visitors with their intimate atmosphere suitable primarily for families with children. And when you realize that one day spent in this picturesque village is not enough, you will certainly be pleased by the wide range of accommodation near Ľudové múzeum – Ždiarsky dom. Choose a charming guesthouse or a suitable cottage and enjoy your holiday or extended weekend here. Accommodation in Ždiar is like the village itself, diverse and friendly to visitors.

Nestville Park in Hniezdne is among the youngest museums in the Stará Ľubovňa district. It was established in 2012 along with the exhibition of distilling and traditional folk crafts, Nestville Distillery. The name itself was created by combining two English words, nest and ville, which translates to the village of Hniezdne. Come and see the home of the first Slovak whisky, and at the same time, tour one of the most modern alcohol refineries in Central Europe.

The Nestville Distillery exhibition is divided into three parts. The historical part is dedicated to demonstrations of folk crafts closely linked to distilling. The modern part will guide you through the refinery, where more than 35,000 tons of grain are processed annually. Located in the traditional or tasting part is one of the largest hand-carved wooden reliefs in Europe, crafted by local woodcarvers. It is precisely in this section that the maturation warehouses of Nestville Whisky are situated. At the end of the tour, you can treat your taste buds and sample Nestville Whisky or unpasteurized and unfiltered craft beer, Nestville Beer.

After the tour of Nestville Distillery, visit the chocolate kingdom of Nestville Chocolate. As the only chocolate shop in the region, it offers you this sweet delicacy in the highest quality. Sit back over a cup of hot chocolate or quality coffee and taste delicious Belgian pralines, fabulous homemade desserts, or delightful chocolate liqueur. While enjoying your sweet treat, you can watch the chocolate production process through glass.

At Nestville Park, they have also thought of your children, who will experience plenty of fun at a large, modern playground. A rope pyramid, slides, climbing frames, spring rockers, a tube slide, trampolines, and many other play features await them.

They won't leave you hungry here either. You can have lunch at the Nestville Taberna restaurant, which also houses a craft brewery. The unique "farm to table" concept will enhance the culinary experience of the served specialties.

After a great lunch, you can rent e-bikes and electric scooters at Nestville Rent and ride around the surrounding area. You can then swap the bike saddle for horseback and enjoy horseback riding at the Nestville Horses equestrian area. A lovely keepsake of this great day can be a souvenir purchased at the Exposhop.

Do not leave for home right after spending a pleasant day. The Stará Ľubovňa district is full of interesting attractions worth visiting, so do not hesitate and book your weekend stay in Zamagurie today. You can find a rich selection of accommodation near Nestville Park on our pages accommodation in Hniezdne and accommodation in Stará Ľubovňa. Use the following days to tour Ľubovniansky hrad, the Múzeum Zamagurskej dediny, and a raft trip on wooden rafts along Splav Dunajca will surely be an unforgettable experience.