27.09.2026
Šebeš Castle car park, Podhradík, Slovakia

Experience castles in a different way – Šebeš Castle

Objavte hrad Šebeš trochu inak – cez príbehy, históriu, folklór, divoké zvieratá, nádherné výhľady a autentické lokálne chute.

On Sunday 27 September 2026 We invite you to an interactive event Experience castles in a different way - Šebeš Castle. Spoločne sa vydáme po stopách histórie a prírodných krás Šariša, spoznáme miestne tradície, divoké zvieratá regiónu, tajomné zákutia hradného vrchu a na záver ochutnáme tradičné jedlá z regiónu.

A day full of exploration, activity and new experiences awaits you – starting with the castle ruins Šebeš through the nature reserve Oak Hill all the way to the U Cipíska farm.

Basic information

Date: Sunday 27 September 2026
Meeting and registration: 9.00 – 9.15 am
Meeting point: the official car park below Šebeš Castle, Podhradík
Route length: approximately 6.9 km
Elevation: approximately 205 m
Difficulty: moderately challenging
Route: following the green tourist sign

The route is also suitable for families with older children, aged around 6 and above, which can handle a forest climb.

What’s in store for you?

 Shebes Castle – We’ll walk up to the ruins via the Šebeš Castle Nature Trail with a guide. The mayor of the village will welcome you at the castle grounds, and during the guided tour you’ll learn more about the castle’s history and its mysterious tale.

Výstava a prezentácie práce profesionálneho fotografa divokých zvierat Richarda Vargu. Príbehy z terénu a reálne zážitky pri fotení zvierat.

 Barbecue below the castle – There will also be space by the castle bonfire to roast your own food.

 Oak Hill – We’ll set off along a forest path through the Dubová hora Nature Reserve, where we’ll discover the highlights of the surrounding countryside and woodland.

 The Rocky Eye of Džad – we’ll discover a mysterious and imposing rock formation hidden away in the woods. We’ll also visit a spot offering beautiful panoramic views of the Šariš countryside and the surrounding castles Šariš and Kapušany.

 U Cipíska Farm – We’ll round off the trip with an activity programme at a local farm. We’ll enjoy a short tour of the animal enclosure, a display of traditional Šariš folk costumes – with the chance to try them on – and a tasting of home-made dishes.

 Flavours of Šariš – To round off the day, we’ll enjoy some traditional home-cooked food and local specialities as part of a delightful culinary experience.

Register

The number of participants is limited and the event is You must log in by completing the form.

 REGISTRATION FORM

️ ROUTE MAP

You can log in until 25 September 2026, 11.00 pm, or until capacity is reached.

Practical information

Don’t forget to sturdy walking boots, suitable layered clothing and plenty of fluids to the woodland section of the route.

Come and enjoy a day during which you’ll get to know Šariš from a variety of perspectives – its history, nature, traditions and flavours. 

Šebeš Castle is waiting for you!

The event is being held with financial support from the Ministry of Tourism and Sport of the Slovak Republic.

Map

Events in the region

All events