Hefaiston

The International Festival of the Blacksmith’s Craft at Helfštýn Castle. Demonstrations of blacksmithing with works by blacksmiths exhibited in the courtyard.

This exhibition of fine metalwork is held annually last weekend in August since 1982. A magazine Hefaiston is published every year.

Date and time of the event:
Aug 29, 2009 - Aug 30, 2009

Present extensive ruins of Helfštýn Castle were the largest castle in Moravia in former times (the castle was founded in the 13th century, expanded especially throughout the 15th a 16th centuries; abandoned in 1763.)
In 1952 the castle was declared a national cultural monument.

A large area of the castle offers a different genre of cultural programs during the season - historical fencing, theater, music and dance productions.
Location of the castle near Lipník, in the middle of the wooded hills above the valley with the river Bečva, and tourist facilities (restaurants, parking, souvenirs, nearby accommodation) will satisfy even the visitors who love nature, tranquallity and comfort.