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30 SHADY BEER
(Mon–Thu 10AM–1AM, Fri 10AM–02.30,
Sat/Sun 10AM–1AM/12PM )
A classic Ostrava pub in the shade of a vast chestnut tree.
SPOLEK has a big garden offering a cool oasis on hot days.
Escape from the summer heat into the shadows and quench
your thirst with the amber nectar. We advise you to order two
beers at once - the staff are never in much of a hurry.
Underground and retro with a collection of old radios.
Guinness beer, a calm atmosphere, muted interiors.
Don’t be afraid of the weird entrance and come inside
to U ZRZAVÉ MARY (Mary the Redhead).
KAPIČKOVA
200 m
300 m
400 m
HRADNÍ
HEAVY
INDUSTRY
ART WALK
ZÁVADĚ
In the first half of the 20th centuryNA
heavy
industry and coal mining made their mark
on the centre of the city. Houses were
copiously decorated with reliefs or life-sized
statues of miners celebrating this tough but
proud profession. So look upwards and take
a tour of Ostrava’s past carved into stone.
40 THE ARCH OF ART
Not open, not closed, not public, not private... that’s GALERIE
LAUBY (the Archways Gallery), a joint project of the Ostrava
Museum and the Faculty of Arts. Projections, sound and light
installations, and even some live shows (once the city’s emblem
– a white horse – came to life here!) and a lot more contemporary
artistic acts created with sparkling wit, all fitting perfectly
into the museum’s archways – definitely worth a visit.
I Statues
of Miners
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31 SMOKESCREEN
(Mon–Fri 3PM–?, Sat–Sun 5PM–?)
100 m
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and Furnacemen (1926)
on the Elektra Palace;
Statue of Industry (1921)
on the Prosperita Palace;
Statues
of a Miner and a Foundryman
on the Moravanka building (1923-4);
A sculptural group called Mining (1927)
on a corner house in Zámecká Street;
Statue
of a Machinist and Blacksmith (1911-12)
on one of the old Masarykově nám.;
Reliefs of Work in the Mine (1923)
in Přívozská Street;
Statues
of Coke Plant Workers, a Miner
and a Mining Carpenter (1928-29)
on 30. dubna Street at the headquarters
of the Czech mining company OKD;
The Creation of Coal (1940) again
on the OKD building, this time on
the Prokeš Square side;
Freestanding sculpture of a Miner (1939)
Statues of Mining, Metallurgy and other
professions (1930) at the New City Hall.
LADY OF CULTURE
A spiral staircase winds its way up to the first floor
of this Art Nouveau building… Just follow the cigar smoke
and the STARÁ ARÉNA (Old Arena) cafe emerges in front
of you, with its faded but stylish furniture and excellent coffee.
And also with its cultural programme – new artists keen
to make their mark as actors, singers, dancers, and more.
Come support them too.
400 m
5 mins
walk
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39 A GRAND OLD
(Mon–Thu/Fri
11AM–12PM/2AM,
Sat–Sun 3PM–12PM )
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(Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9AM–6PM, Wed 10AM–7PM)
(Mon–Fri 07.30–till sold out (2PM–4PM/)
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(Mon–Fri 8AM–5PM)
38 A CIRCLE OF SUGAR
People here love JUST DONUT. Real donuts are made here by two
nice students, who followed their dream of making traditional
American donuts and are usually sold out by noon. Their donuts
with peanut butter are awesome – you must have one!
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41 PUPPETING
A bit "outside the
box": Rittstein's
Dawn in Ostrava
in Umělecká
Street.
Wow, tram
no. two is
coming!!!
(depending on the programme)
You’ve never heard about Ostrava’s very own astronomical clock?
Every even-numbered hour huge wooden fairytale characters
emerge from the depths of the alternative stage at DIVADLO LOUTEK
(the Puppet Theatre). You can see grown-up performances
on Mondays, but all the other days are perfect for children.
(Daily 5PM–2AM)
If you’re afraid of the wolf, stay out of the
forest… But if you’re not afraid of the Ostrava
underground (like I’m not!), then head straight
Andy
into the absinthe
club LES (meaning ‘Forest’).
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VIZI
NĚ performances, concerts and poetry séances in
I’ve seen theatre
here. Entrance is granted only after ringing a bell and saying the
password. Just ask passers-by. Or think about the ingredients of
this magical green beverage, which is served here in a special
BERNEROVA
glass, with a spoon and a sugar cube.
42 THE BIGGEST HATE FREE
ZONE IN OSTRAVA
(Mon 3PM–10PM, Tue–Thu 10AM–10PM, Fri 10AM–12PM, weekend depending on events, open in summer)
The building that’s home to the CULTURAL CENTRE COOLTOUR has
gone through a lot, but you will feel right at home as soon as you
come inside. Attend a performance, workshop, concert, party, movie
or discussion, or take part in one of the projects to liven up the city
centre. You will find all of contemporary culture here, whether you want
to join in or just sit in the corner and watch. During summer everything
is moved outside to a trendy garden. Enjoy a cool soda or Cooltour’s
legendary pickled cheese, rent a barbecue or a stylish bike.
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czech
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44 WOULD YOU PREFER
A FROG OR A MONKEY?
(Mon–Fri 2PM–12PM, Sat 6PM–12PM)
A nice pub owned by a young couple offering an unusual
choice of beers from mini-breweries (with great names like
Frog, Drunken Monkey and others) and some relatively
ordinary snacks. BABYLON CAFÉ is a cool place to hang
out with your friends, chat and pet the resident dog.
45 MINICINEMA – MAXIMOVIES
(Mon–Fri 10AM–23.45, Sat–Sun 2PM–23.45)
A cinema for 70 people. Not even one more! It’s really mini – the
clue’s in the name. But you wouldn’t know it from the quality of
the films. Themed festivals are held at MINIKINO (mini-cinema)
regularly, the most popular being Nordic Film Winter. While
waiting for a film, grab a beer in the cafe from the nearby brewery
“Koníček” (meaning ‘horse’).
46 TREATS FROM
THE BESKYDY MOUNTAINS
(Mon–Fri 07.30–7PM, Sat–Sun 1PM–7PM)
The so-called “milk bars” (which actually offered all kinds of food)
were quite popular here during the communist regime. But forget
those! MILK BAR NAPROTI (meaning ‘opposite’) is a modern social
business where you can find all kinds of snacks made from milk,
cottage cheese, butter and yogurt, minimalist design and always
helpful staff. It’s also one of the few places in Ostrava where you can
“pre-pay” a cup of coffee for the next guest.
47 AN UP-AND-COMING STREET
A dilapidated remnant of forgotten glory. That’s
OSTRAVICA-TEXTILIA today. Once a department store selling
a huge range of goods, now a ruin without even a hint of its
former elegance. We pray for the miracle of resurrection!
At least you can find the works of artists in the 1_7 GALLERY
in the ruined windows.
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49 50
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AND THE GREEN FAIRY
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(Mon–Thu 7AM–5PM, Fri 7AM–4PM)
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Don’t expect anything low-fat in here. Macaroons, Florentines,
brownies, cakes, pies... Everything you can think of! And to top it
all, everything’s fresh and hot from the oven - baked right behind
the counter here in SLADKÉ ČASY (Sweet Times).
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TY IDENTITY, the first concept store in Ostrava, is a dream
come true for a local artist Artgi and for all those who want
to get an original present or souvenir of the city. A tasteful
and pleasant shop where young Czech designers offer their
original pieces, appealing to the individual personalities
in each of us. Enter and find whatever expresses you best!
FRA
KOKSOVÁ
(Trojhalí Mon–Fri 8AM–10PM, Sat–Sun 10AM–8PM, Forum Nová Karolina Mon–Sun 9AM–9PM)
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A good take-away coffee right in the middle of Ostrava?
No problem! The only thing you need is some change in your
pocket. This brightly painted van will prepare coffee for anybody
who comes for it. The price you pay is up to you. That’s the secret
of BIG BLOND COFFEE.
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In the past a stinking factory spewing
EM usually settled on the freshly washed clothes a few
which
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POD kilometres away. All that is left now is the beautiful building
TROJHALÍ (Triple Hall) with a sports hall and a roofed square,
which is kinda hidden behind the modern shopping centre called
OBČANFORUM
SKÁ
NOVÁ KAROLINA. Our tip: rent a refurbished bike in Trojhalí
and take a ride along the Ostravice River in style.
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43 POETS, ARTISTS
The artistic platform called KUKAČKA (‘cuckoo’)
introduces elements of contemporary art to the grey, everyday
spaces of the city – bringing both wit and wisdom…
We recommend the tiny house on a lamp. Walk across the bridge
from the Nová Karolina shopping centre and look down over
the rails towards the train station. Neat, right?! You want to see
more? Download their app and explore Ostrava through pieces
of art placed in various public spaces. Most active in the autumn.
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The family Italian restaurant PUPÍK (meaning ‘bellybutton’)
TRATTORIA ITALIANA is a great place to fill your belly.
The red-haired owner gets up before five to get everything
made fresh by hand according to traditional family recipes.
Choose from the daily offer of homemade pasta, meat with side
dishes or a salad, or browse the menu for whatever takes your
fancy. A simple interior but with a big heart. The way to the heart
is through the stomach, so if you want to enjoy Ostrava
yet a little more, make sure to stop by here.
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(Mon–Thu 11AM–7PM, Fri 11AM–5PM)
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HOLEČKOVA
(Mon–Sat 5PM–2AM/5AM, Sun 5PM–2AM)
You won’t find any peace in KLID (‘Peace’). Dance with the DJ,
move with the table football. The party starts and ends here.
It’s a full house when there’s a full moon, when they always
have some special beer on tap.
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27 THE HUNGER GAMES
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33 RAVE IN PEACE
JEDLbarns
Formerly slaughterhouses NE
and
ÉHO
(the name means ‘Barn Street’). Nowadays a street
full of bars, pubs, discos and partying, wild youngÁ
sters on Friday and Saturday nights. During theBRATRSK
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week a serene street with restaurants andČ shops.
No recommendations for you, us locals don’t come
here much. Choose your own poison. :-)
ČEDIČOVÁ
(Tue–Sun 10AM–6PM)
The simple but distinctive building of the GALERIE VÝTVARNÉHO
UMĚNÍ V OSTRAVĚ (Ostrava Gallery of Fine Arts) hides some
wonderful
treasures. The red brick edifice hides spacious halls
HUBERTOVA
and glass ceilings, bathing the works in clear light. And it’s not
just about paintings – they also organize loads of workshops
NICHOVA So why not enjoy a concert in the gallery!
andKRA
concerts.
And the prettiest gem of them all? Klimt’s Judith, of course!
Stodolní Street
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Filtered, aeropressed and other alternative ways to prepare
coffee can be found in CO KAFE. The beans are imported
from the Berlin-based roaster Five Elephants (where a few
people from Ostrava work, as we found out for you!). Their
slogan: we don’t make coffee for everybody, we make it for you.
.
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Vendy
(Mon–Thu 06.30–6PM, Fri–Sat 8AM–12PM/5PM)
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OSTRAVA...NKA! A coffee shop that really knows how to make
a mean cup. Get a filter coffee or a classic cappuccino. Neither
will disappoint. A dessert made by Prokop’s is the perfect
accompaniment, and you are left to enjoy the fragrant bustle all
around you.
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Are you in the city centre and craving
some traditional Czech flavours? Grab a plate of goulash
and a beer directly from a tank at U RADY. This beerhouse
is to Ostrava what Big Ben is to London. A simple setting
and a simple “cheers” to go with your beer.
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24 THE REAL COFFEE DEAL
(Milíčova St.: Mon–Fri 7AM–8PM, Sat 9AM–6PM,
Sun 2PM–7PM, Forum NK: Mon–Sun 9AM–9PM)
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The salad bar RAWBAR.CZ is a place where you can get healthy
and tasty food. There are plenty of choices, from vegetarian
to raw food meals. You can come with even friends that don’t
exactly follow this way of life - healthy meals for carnivores are
also on the menu. And wash it down with some great wheat beer. A
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(Mon–Thu/Fri 11AM–11PM/1AM,
Sat–Sun 11.30–11PM)
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(Mon–Thu/Fri 8AM–9PM/10PM, Sat 9AM–3PM)
An authentic piece of Belgium right in the middle of Ostrava offering
typical fries, beer and sandwiches. This French-speaking oasis called
LA PETITE CONVERSATION was one of the first bistros in the city
centre, and they’ve kept their quality high ever since the first day.
Not only the food, the fresh atmosphere and pleasant staff, but also
by the personal charms of the owner David ;-)
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1, 2, 4, 6,
The Vesmír (Universe) arcade was left to fall
into ruin for many years, but its revival has been
well worth waiting for. RESTAURANT SÍ is one of the
most interesting eating-places in Ostrava. Excellent
food and great staff will win your heart, as well as the head chef
and owner in one person – the good Miguel, who moved to Ostrava
from Spain and likes to talk with everyone in his cute Czech. If they
catch your attention with their cuisine, try asking about cooking
classes - they hold them regularly.
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(Mon–Fri 9AM–6PM)
If your style is bombers, hoodies, neck-ons and bumbags, don’t
miss the CITY FOLKLORE showroom, where street artist Sasanca
displays and sells her own alternative work. Don’t forget to buy
a T-shirt or a sweatshirt printed with “Local. 100% Ostrava.”
and be as cool as we are.
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K TROJHALÍ
A place where you can spend hours or an entire day. KAVÁRNA
DANIEL (Cafe Daniel), with its elegant 1930s style, is the cosiest
place in town, where you just melt into the sofas. The great vibe
is what draws people in. And right across the hallway is its twin
DUNBAR, which is more of a cocktail place.
JIN
DŮL
(Daniel: Mon–Fri 11AM–11PM, Sat/Sun 3PM–11PM/10PM Dunbar: Tue–Fri 3PM–11PM, Sat 6PM–11PM)
NEM
(Mon–Fri 11.30AM–10PM)
Everyone knows size doesn’t matter, and the HOGO FOGO bistro
is no exception. The interiors are small, but the staff are experienced gastro fans who really know their job. The bistro is full all
the time. If you fancy trying their famous burger, be sure
to make a reservation well in advance.
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12 RETRO CHILL OUT
(Mon/Tue–Thu 3PM/11AM–12PM, Fri/Sat 11AM/6PM–2AM)
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Two vegetarian restaurants, but not only for vegetarians! They
offer a different set menu every day which consists of the same
types of dishes - soup, the main dish, salad and dessert. At BURFI
you pay after your meal, but in RUSTIKANA they take your cash
before you start eating, so be prepared. And if you're still hungry,
don't hesitate to ask for seconds – it’s free!
IALO
(Mon–Fri 11AM–6PM)
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19 CLOSE BUT NO STODOLNÍ
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11 NOT JUST FOR VEGETARIANS
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But the centre is beginning to wake up
nowadays, with the creation of newMA
venues
HENOVA
and street events. Let’s hope people put
their money where their mouth is!
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NÁDR
(Mon–Thu 3PM–11PM, Fri–Sat 5PM–3AM)
You can get a dose of hard or alternative music, from hardcore
through metal to exotic electronic sounds, in the small – and
nowadays iconic – club PLAN B HARDCORE CAFE. The atmosphere
during the concerts can be cut with a knife, and when enough
people get together, even the walls sweat!
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, 105
10
20 BURGER AND CREW
10 SOAKED IN ATMOSPHERE
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, 108
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You can find a lot of students in this pub, because the MIRROR is
close to several faculties of the local universities. Get ready for
reasonable prices, a smoky interior and characterful decor inspired
by the works of J.R.R. Tolkien in the left part of this popular place.
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(Mon–Fri 6AM–7PM, Sat 8AM–3PM)
SÁDROVÝ JEŽEK (Plaster Hedgehog) seems like a high-end wine
bar at first sight, but you can order anything you fancy. Despite its
name (which was once a popular Czech toy that “smoked”), this
establishment is non-smoking and cleverly hidden away
from the busy street full of bars. It hosts lively discussions
and cultural events among shelves full of books. A great club
whether you are a student, an artist or an engineer.
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POR
(Mon 10AM–1AM, Tue–Thu/Fri 10AM–2AM/3AM,
Sat/Sun 5PM–3AM/1AM)
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DŮL MICHAL(the Michal coal mine) is a national technical
heritage site preserved in exactly the same way it was left when
the workers went home after the last day of mining. The ghosts
of the past can be felt everywhere. Grab a beer at the traditional
miner’s pub ‘U Cingra’ – not a lot of talking going on here, drinking
is the preferred activity. You can take trolleybus no. 104
from the stop ‘Most Pionýrů’.
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(Tue-Sun 9AM–3PM)
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PIVOVARSKÝ DŮM (Brewery House) is a combination of a club,
restaurant and brewery. Six taps offer local brands, or you can get
a bottled souvenir from the other side of the world. Meat-based
cuisine that goes well with the beer is a certainty.
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And in the end you will
get to love Ostrava too,
just wait and see ;-)
(Hobit Mon–Fri 2PM–2AM, Sat 4PM–2AM, U Skákavého
Poníka Mon–Thu/Fri 11AM–11PM/12PM, Sat 12AM–11PM)
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On Fridays at 5 PM all the roads out
of the city are jammed and the city
itself is almost deserted. The locals,
however, do not have a break from
each other; they meet up at their
cabins and hiking trails
in the Beskydy Mountains or
at the “beaches” by reservoirs, lakes
or ponds. And on Monday they get
together again and share stories
of their weekend.
LOCALS LOVE
THEIR CITY!!!
BEER OVER HERE, BEER OVER THERE
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ROHÁ
There is not enough space to sit, but you can stand by the window
with a high quality coffee and watch the trams go by. Or have it
to go, if you prefer. At ČERSTVÝ BOBY (Fresh Beans) there truly are
fresh coffee beans every day. And try their special long drink
in summer – coffee with cola or tonic. Y
A LAD
JOSEF
UČŮV
BEZR D
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(Mon–Thu 5PM–?, Fri–Sat 7PM–?)
TROLLEYBUS
VA
OVA
18 BOBBY MCCAFFEINE
Á
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8 OUT OF 10 OSTRAVA
LOCALS LEAVE FOR
THE WEEKEND
A long time ago, when there was no Czech
state and we belonged to the Austrian Empire,
Ostrava was known as “Schnaps Stadt”
– the city of booze. Hundreds of taverns and
pubs are located all around the city. Ostrava
parties smell of absinthe and various other
types of Czech spirits such as fernet
(a bitter herbal spirit) or zelená (green and
minty-tasting) – hangover guaranteed!
And another phenomenon has emerged – cafes. They have sprung up like mushrooms after
the rain (as we say in Czech) during the last few
years. Baristas compete among themselves
in their art and inventiveness,
and the locals are getting used to being
pampered. If you like to hang out
in a cafe or if you just really need a coffee
after a night out, this town
won’t disappoint you!
HARA
17 PARTY HARD
Á
ŽKOV
Speak briefly, quickly, concisely and without
embellishments. Don’t be afraid to sprinkle
a few swearwords in there too. We ain’t got
no time. More work, less chat.
HAVE A DRINK WITH US!
7
ÉHO
BIEBL
PORÁ
SPEAK LIKE A LOCAL
The local culture took its time emerging in its full beauty from
the ashes of the local coal. Nowadays, though, there are huge
numbers of cultural events breaking through the city’s outer
industrial shell. Historic industrial monuments are being converted so they can host concerts, performances and other
events - and the streets regularly burst into life in the hands
of cultural enthusiasts who want to make their
city truly special. Culture is the new wind
in the sails that Ostrava needed!
Do you fancy some home-cooked food even on vacation? Are you
looking for some meat-free treats? Then your best plan of action is
to grab a breakfast, lunch or dinner at BONGUSTA: 80% gluten free
and vegan, 100% vegetarian. A lovely, tiny bistro with checkered
tablecloths and wasabi hot dogs to kill for. Watch out, the bistro is
moving to a different address in September. Check the USE-IT Ostrava
FB for more info then.
UNSK
OJE
Those are the words of the popular local singer Jarek
Nohavica. Since then, this has become a popular
and well-known “fact”. But nobody actually knows
what this “distinctiveness” means in reality. We are
definitely straightforward, honest and direct. Sometimes too honest and too direct. At least you know
at all times if you are to expect a slap or when you’ll
get a kiss instead. But don’t be afraid to look beyond
the tough outer shell - underneath we are the same
as the people anywhere else in the world. And the bit
of individuality will at least spice up your memories.
CULTURAL OSTRAVA
(Mon–Fri 9AM–7PM, weekends closed till spring)
GORK
ODB
OSTRAVA’S PEOPLE ARE
"DISTINCTIVE"
You’ll either love them or hate them. Ostrava’s logo of three exclamation marks (!!!) has divided locals into two groups – some get an
endorphin rush when they see them, others get pumped with angry
adrenaline. It would be in your best interest to join the first group,
because these exclamation marks can be found nearly everywhere
– from T-shirts to garbage trucks. It is the only logo in the world that
you can write as a text message: OSTRAVA!!!
VEGEPOINT
SIGHTSEEING
Á
NA
OOfficially the only gay club in Ostrava, unofficially a place
where all the good parties end. Here the evening starts when all
the other places kick their guests out, and the party doesn’t stop
till the early morning hours. If there is one place in Ostrava where
people don’t stare at you for your choice of clothes, your plus
one or your dancing ‘skills’, it’s IKARUS.
ÉHO
LNÍ
A volcano in the city centre? Yes, that’s one
way to call our EMA SLAG-HEAP. A slag-heap is a hill
made from the waste material from a coal mine.
Nowadays they are an important part
of the unique landscape of our city and
a popular destination for Sunday outings.
Follow the yellow-marked hiking trail
from the Sýkora Bridge and experience
the pungent smell once you climb up to the top
to admire the view of the landscape. You might
spot the smoke coming from the ground as
the slag-heap still burns deep underground.
You can only enter at your own risk but the sight
of dog lovers, retired people and families will
convince you there’s a good chance of surviving.
LOVE THEM OR HATE THEM???
OSTRAVA’S THREE
EXCLAMATION MARKS!!!
Don't be afraid to go down the steps... Only healthy and local food
is waiting for you in KVĚTOVÁRNA - homemade jams, dried fruits
and always some delicious pastries. They also offer natural cosmetics from the Beskydy Mountains, and the staff are always smiling.
(Mon–Fri 9AM–8PM, Sat–Sun 9AM–7PM)
OPO
A SMOULDERING HILL
The only place in Ostrava where the food is 100% gluten free.
FRESH FREAKS BISTRO offers an unusual daily set menu, super
burgers, salads or homemade desserts. No matter if you are
gluten-allergic, vegetarian, vegan or a meat-lover – you’re bound
to love the taste of this place.
(Mon–Fri 7.30AM–6PM)
6
OF STYLE
(November-February: Mon–Sun 9AM–5PM,
March-October: Mon-Sun 9AM–7PM)
A COUPLE OF STEPS TO A HEALTHY LIFE
VERD
KOVÁ
The “black Ostrava“ label wasn’t forgotten when the last mine
cart disappeared, though it’s only tourists who go down into
old mine shafts now, and nature has already conquered
the city’s slag-heaps. A couple of industrial relics are to be
found in the city, forming the unique genius loci of the day-today work, housing and life of the locals. These gems, sometimes
maybe perceived as a handicap, bridge the gap between
the past and the present, building up the local identity
and patriotism and offering a promising future. Don’t be
prejudiced and allow the city to tickle your fancy. Ostrava is
anything but black.
TOLST
16 WITHOUT GLUTEN BUT WITH PLENTY OSTRAVA IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND
AČSK
O
ZBOR
Á
KŘ IV
DRINK
FOOD
VSKÁ
This second-hand shop is truly first-class! And there’s not only
one shop, but a whole network of them! Not some dark cells
with piles of old rags, but nice stylish interiors designed by local
architects…. displaying carefully selected pieces. And even with
only a few crowns in your pocket, you can not only make yourself
happy, but also help sick and disabled children or students from
Africa. Each of the MOMENT stores donates all their money to a
different charity. That’s sure to be worth a moment of your time ;)
SP
E
OJC
(Mon–Fri 9AM–6PM, Sat 9AM–12AM)
PORÁŽ
ACT LIKE
A LOCAL
5
NA
The viewing tower of NOVÁ RADNICE (New City Hall).
One of the landmark buildings of Ostrava, you can’t miss it!
The green metal 85.6 metre-high tower dominates the city centre
skyline. The tower offers a breathtaking view not only of the city,
the Ema slag-heap, and also the panorama of the Beskydy or
Jeseníky mountains. But don’t worry, you don’t have to climb
the stairs – there’s a lift all the way to the top.
15 SECOND-HAND BUT FIRST-CLASS
SHOP
NÁ
1, 2, 4
PROUD MINING HERITAGE
COOL PARK
ÁRNÍ
JEVSK
4
free map
for young travellers
PLYN
D O S TO
Is the weather nice? Do you want to enjoy a bit of nature
without leaving Ostrava? Then KOMENSKÉHO SADY (Comenius
Park) is the perfect place for you. Take a walk along the Ostravice
River, rollerblade around a bit or just grab a blanket and have
a picnic with your mates. After all, the lawns are nearly endless.
ŽIVIČ
ICH
Some may consider it a bit outdated, but a large part of Ostrava’s
music-lovers think HUDEBNÍ BAZAR (Music Bazaar) is a club
in its prime, which knows exactly what it wants to be. Here you
can hear up-and-coming regional bands as well as musicians
with a great reputation and international fame.
2
M
BACH
CULT MUSIC CLUB
(Mon 5PM–1AM, Tue–Fri 2PM–1AM, Sat 5PM–1AM)
3
1
Lucka
Take any tram from here to
Muglinovská stop (just one stop)
5 minute walk
DŘ
ÁP
ICK
Hearty homemade soups in a stylish
setting – three kinds to choose from
every day. And delicious homemade
bread to go along with it! But
POLÍVKÁRNA (meaning ‘soup bar’)
doesn’t offer only soups. Try amazing
pasta or a delicious pie. Every time
I come, I’m delighted by the great prices
and charming ladies behind the counter.
OVA
KŘIŽÍK
JIN
2
(Mon–Fri 9AM–5PM)
S
PRE
RN
Take bus no. 34 or 56 from the ‘Muglinovská’ stop to LANDEK
PARK to explore the origins of Ostrava. Look around the place
where the Venus of Petřkovice (a prehistoric stone figure) was
found, or go down the shaft of the former Anselm coal mine.
You will learn about the backbreaking labour of miners, working
in difficult conditions. But nowadays you can enjoy sports here
as well – bowling, volleyball and loads more.
OVA
KŘIŽÍK
made by locals
( Sports areas daily 7AM–10PM, museum daily 9AM– 6PM
during the tourist season, otherwise closed on Mon)
A
LOV
ŠÍ
streetart
MÍRNÁ
no smoking
no&smoking BROZOVÁ
Bustling with life during the day, often empty
beer garden
in the evenings and at weekends. The city centre
wi-fi
is going through some fundamental changes.
church
Part of its life was first sucked into the clubland
of Stodolní Street, and the then rest disappeared
swimming pool
into the Nová Karolina shopping centre.
bike rental
info
atm
theatre
supermarket
ice cream
wine shop
hungry window
laundromat
GOING OUT
14 HOMEMADE SOUPS
HO
ONCE UPON A TIME
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1
VÍT
It might not look like it right now, but
this street is a hot tip for Ostrava’s next trendy
spot. The centrepiece of Kostelní Street, aka
MALÁ KODAŇ (Little Copenhagen), is the oldest
church in Ostrava, SV. VÁCLAVA (Saint Wenceslas).
Soňa
You can find a number clubs and pubs with plenty
SKÉ
of soul on
MAN way from the square to the banks
Jthe
A
N
A
of theNOstravice River, plus quiet nooks and a forgotten statue
of Saint John of Nepomuk. Regretfully also a lot of cars, but that will
hopefully change in the foreseeable future and we will be able
to promenade here as if we really were in the Danish capital.
48 A BRIDGE TO HISTORY
How better to get to know Ostrava’s
architecture than from the steel bridge made
by the local ironworks? And where better to feel
the touch of the past than at the MILOŠ SÝKORA
Iveta
BRIDGE, connecting the Moravian and Silesian parts
of Ostrava? Named after a WWII hero who saved
the bridge from being blown up by the Nazis. A reminder of this
historical milestone, a tank sitting on a monument
just over the bridge, watches over it nowadays.
Iva
49 DROP ANCHOR
ON THE BANK
(Mon–Thu 11AM–12PM,
Fri 11AM–2AM, Sat 6PM–2AM)
For me, DOCK is the perfect “
neighbourhood” meeting place. Every time I go there, I find
someone I can chat with. I am sure that this is the biggest
advantage of this club on the banks of the Ostravice River
– natural mingling. The view is a nice bonus, along with concerts
in many genres and a legendary Sunday brunch. Moreover
the club is only just “round the corner” from basically
everywhere in the city centre.
50 MUSIC ON THE RIVERBANK
(depending on the programme)
Club bands, rock, punk, metal, even hip hop, all these can be
found in one of Ostrava’s core music clubs, BARRÁK. Nearly every
night there are concerts by some or other music stars. Thanks
to the club’s management, it’s hosted gigs by several legendary
foreign musicians here.
51 A CASTLE WITH A DIFFERENCE
In summer daily 9AM–8PM
Most castles are built on hills. But not the SILESIAN OSTRAVA
CASTLE! (Slezskoostravský hrad) It lies just over the river along
a path leading to the Ema slag-heap. It nearly sunk without
trace due to coal mining under it, and it was close to being
demolished, but thankfully it was rescued and now it’s a venue
for many cultural events, along with many exhibitions and even
treasure hunts. Ideal for a peaceful walk with your kids.
wtf?
FOOD
SIGHTSEEING
Vítkovice
A university quarter with a touch
of socialism intersected by the main
boulevard – officially called Hlavní Třída,
but still known by older locals as ‘Leninka’
because a statue of Lenin once stood
above it and watched everyone closely.
Now Poruba is known as the most
A bombastic architectural style typical of 1950s Czechoslovakia.
MARTINOV
With an emphasis on grandeur, glorification of miners and good
communist families. Sculptures and murals full of hammers
and sickles. Typical of Poruba, so just look around you and enjoy.
Check out the legendary VĚŽIČKY (Towers) A with their unique
decorations. Go down the street to get to OBLOUK (Arch) B
which was intended to be the grand triumphal entrance
into the “New Ostrava”. Inspiration for the architects came
from St Petersburg in Russia.
Mariánské Hory has a life of its own. Once a posh district, now
a place where many “outsiders” are afraid to walk at night. But go
ahead and get off the tram at the Mariánské náměstí stop - look
around the former workers’ cottages of an old coal mine DK .
Nowadays a residential district with plenty of businesses, but also
some beautifully preserved architecture. The most interesting
street is Bendlova, once famous for its chestnut alleys and junk
shops. Check out the battered shop signs – some of them still lead
to an Aladdin’s cave of activity. Then get a bit of a workout in a game
of DiscGolf – a bit further on, near the gasholder.
The industrial district of Ostrava full of noise
from the ironworks. Get off at Mírové náměstí
(tram no. 2 from the city centre) to see red-brick
houses, look through all the secret niches and get
a lungful of the unique atmosphere of the old workers’
cottages. The former wealth of this district can
be seen in the Rothschilds’ Empire-style chateau,
hidden among the factory halls on Výstavní Street.
desirable residential area in Ostrava.
BIKE
tourist info
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HLAVNÍ NÁDRAŽÍ
1
NÁM. S. ČECHA
2
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VSK
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NÁDRAŽÍ
(MAIN STATION)
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Lower
Vítkovice
Area
www.use-it.travel
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52 BEER PARADISE
55 PORUBA’S SHERWOOD
(Mon–Sun 4PM–1AM, Pavlouskova street 24)
KURNIK ŠOPA (Dammit!) is an out-of-the-way pub serving
various beer gems mainly from small breweries. Come
to taste the beer specials, enjoy the pleasant atmosphere
or feast on some snacks - you have plenty to choose from!
We recommend booking ahead.
53 PARTY ALL NIGHT LONG
Looking for a piece of serene nature in close quarters with
the city? Want to go for a walk, ride a bike, have a grill party or just
have a chat with your friends and a guitar around a campfire?
You can find all this in the vicinity of the MYSLIVNA pub (meaning
‘hunting lodge’). Get off at the ‘Fakultní nemocnice’ stop, go down
the street K Myslivně and then into the street V Zahradách.
Or you can be adventurous and walk across a field, starting
at the Technical University dormitories.
Verča K.
(T2: Mon–Thu 4PM–2AM,
Fri–Sun 7PM–1AM,
Vrtule: Mon–Wed/Thu
5PM–2AM/01.30AM,
Fri–Sat/Sun 6PM–2AM/1AM)
USE-IT is tourist info for young people: made by locals, no-nonsense and up-to-date.
Want to be the first to know about our new maps? Then like www.facebook.com/USE-IT
USE-IT Ostrava 2016 team: Soňa Frídlová, Hana Kebová, Pavel Smutný, Veronika Kuncová, Karolína Skórková, Andrea Černá,
Iva Čížková, Iveta Drdová, Vendula Mičunková, Lucie Nohlová, Ondřej Grapl, Veronika Drdová, Jana Jílková, Nina Urbánková.
Graphic Design and Artwork: David Sasín, www.designbar.cz
Translated by Nikola Rabinská, proofread by Christopher Hopkinson.
(Mon–Sat 2PM–3AM, Sun 4PM–12PM)
(Mon–Fri 10AM–6PM)
60 EVERY FORM OF COFFEE
Head full of Poruba’s socialist-era architecture, but your belly
is empty? Try the non-smoking Irish pub RUSTY BELL and choose
a lunch menu or some Irish speciality.
Bullshit
Condom
Girl
Group
of friends
Hello Idiot (Mon–Fri 9AM–7PM, Sat 1PM–6PM)
There is never enough good coffee! Visit the BLANCH CAFE
in Poruba with its pleasant atmosphere, delicious food
and coffee in every imaginable form.
61 COFFEE/TRAIN COMBO
Even if you are hurrying to catch a train, stop by LAURA COFFEE
for one to go. It’s even worth missing your train and waiting
for the next one. Cheap coffee made by nice baristas from beans
roasted in a local family roastery. Tastes like heaven and coupled
with a book in your other hand it’s bound to make your ride better.
(Mon–Sun 11AM–12PM)
Feeling snobbish?
Dictionary
57 CHATEAU OASIS
58 IRISH PORUBA
LO
CAL
Inside it’s a boring shopping
centre, outside a playful facade by the
local artist Marek Pražák. How many
people can you find on this decorative
wall, named WHAT IS HAPPENING
ON THE STREET?
(Mon–Thu 5PM–10PM, Fri–Sun 12AM–10PM)
KARPATSKÁ
Pavel
If you are looking for a gastro and cultural experience and you
don’t have the money to blow on a flight to Greece, try a lunch
or dinner at AGIU GEORGIU, in the historic Poruba chateau.
A piece of the Mediterranean in the palm of your hand. Fresh
ingredients and smiles aplenty. Now just add the whisper
of the sea... We recommend you book ahead.
54 BOARD THE TRAIN!
No “railway” (as we for some reason call student dormitories
in Czech) should be without a WAGON. So hop on board and
have a beer for great prices from the famed Svijany brewery,
sometimes from Polička or Záviš. Various student events
and table football guarantee fun every night.
56 TASTE THE RAINBOW
Cupcakes everywhere you look. Their era of fame is slowly
coming to an end, but they are still irresistible. Delicious
icing of all imaginable flavours, soft dough in a colourful
basket. So try these homemade treats made with love by
the tattooed and cheery confectioner Trisha in her Sweet
Kingdom (SLADKÉ KRÁLOVSTVÍ).
P-P-P-Partaaay! Looking for one during
the week? Look no more – just go to the Technical
University’s dormitories in Poruba. No peaceful
student life to see here. It’s always lively in VRTULE
(Propeller) and T2. And now you can even deal with
your evening food cravings at T2. Themed parties every
Wednesday! Come and experience Ostrava’s student
life! See you there!
Fifth edition, July 2016 © Cultural Centre Cooltour, www.cooltourova.cz
(Mon–Sun 12AM–10PM)
59 8-BIT MOSAIC
(Mon–Fri 6AM–6PM, Sun 2PM–6PM)
(Mon–Sun 12AM–12PM, Gen. Hrušky 26)
A proper beerhouse with beers from local and other mini-breweries. Up to 10 kinds of beer on tap every day and dozens
more bottled ones. You can choose IPAs, ales or lagers.
And why ‘SEGAL’? The owner Pepa looks like him... well, a bit…
chujovina
olačka
děvucha
partyja
zduř
cyp
Never mind
To rain
Swimming
pool
That’s nice!
Vomit chuj s tym
luchat
kupak
fajne
grcat
Have some fun, have a local
teach you how to say these!
62 BEER SEGAL
1, 6, 10
1 500 m
KO
68
DŮL JEREMEN
1 000 m
á
Rusk
KÁ
500 m
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LÁR
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1 500 m
20 mins walk
STÍ
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Industrial Areas
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28. ŘÍJN
Good bye Nashledanou
[nas hleda noh]
Pub Hospoda [hospoda]
Beer Pivo [peevo]
Cheers! Na zdraví!
[nazdravee]
One more beer! Ještě
jedno! [yeshtye yedno]
Please Prosím [proseem]
Thank you Děkuji / díky
[dyekooyi / dyeeky]
Can I pay? Zaplatím!
[zaplatyeem]
How much is...? Kolik
stojí...? [kolik stoyee]
Smartphone Apps
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Lower Vítkovice Area (DOV)
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There is no youth hostel in Ostrava. Try couchsurfing,
airbnb or student halls of residence (koleje.osu.eu,
ubytovani.vsb.cz).
Á
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SKÁ
Need a bed?
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53
Take a train to Mošnov Ostrava Airport or a bus
from the central bus station (ÚAN) near Nová Karolina.
4
ICH
JINŘ
OU
At train stations (Hlavní nádraží, Svinov), the Gong 64
the tower of the New City Hall 4 the Nová Karolina
shopping mall 35 or near the Gallery of Fine Arts 32 .
Or call in and see us at Cooltour 42 , we’ll be happy to help.
DŮL
PA
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KEN
KÁ
SOU
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To The Airport
Same ticket for tram/bus/trolleybus. You can change
from one to the other within periods of 10, 30, 60 minutes
with the same ticket. Prices between 14 - 26 CZK. 24 hours
for 80 CZK. Get the tickets at vending machines, newspaper kiosks or from the driver (with an extra charge).
centre
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RAŽN 8, 9,
NÁD
4, 6,
1, 2, 1, 12, 14
10, 1
ODÉMA
BEDŘICHA NIK
Tourist Offices
Public Transport
KŘIŽ
17. LISTOPADU
TRAIN
Mariánské Hory
MUG
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GOING OUT
Do you want to burn through some money fast and taste a bit of Ostrava’s gourmet heaven? Then you certainly
shouldn’t miss out on these high-end eateries. POSEIDON 67 offers a wide variety of classics and many types
of seafood. Choose the nice garden during the summer, which can remind you, with a bit of imagination,
of the restaurants on seaside promenades... The ZÁBŘEH CHATEAU 68 is a local curiosity – like an oasis
in the middle of concrete housing estates, this cultural monument has been remodelled into a stylish hotel
and restaurant, as good at history as at cooking, with their meals bringing a nostalgic taste of the past.
After your meal, you can try the local minibrewery’s beer or dive into a beer bath for a spa treatment. You will get
here on tram no. 2 – get off at the Karpatská stop and walk behind the concrete shopping centre towards the church.
Seek and you shall find it. To try French cuisine and elegance head to a proper French restaurant
called GUEST 69 near the church in Mariánské Hory, Korunní street 56.
Reservations mandatory! Hotel City.City and its LOFT restaurant 70
in Ostrava-Přívoz, Macharova street 16, will astound you with austere, sober
interiors, with furniture by the most famous Nordic designers.
In a combination with excellent food, this place is certainly an experience,
and if you are looking for stylish accommodation, be sure to stay here. If you
are looking for a place for a posh date, where you won’t be embarrassed to invite
your better half, then head right down into the cellar. Yes, there you
can find the Art Deco INDUSTRIAL CAFÉ 71 - with heavenly coffee
and pastries, along with a gallery as a bonus. They have great
breakfasts and lunches in the JET SET 72 cafe along with
the ghosts of the 1930s ‘Elektra Palace’, which was once
frequented by two legendary Czech authors and artists Jan Werich
and Karel Čapek. A new restaurant a bit further on is SCAN/SEN 73 ,
inspired by the Scandinavian minimalism. They literally play with the food,
and you wouldn’t know what to choose first from their lunch and dinner menus.
The HLUBINA COAL MINE 66 is a miniature city quarter
filled with culture, fun, history and who knows what else.
A little bit of something for anyone, you can stuff into one
day what you wouldn’t be able to experience in a year
elsewhere. Start the morning with a little workout
on the TENDON HLUBINA climbing wall right under
the old coal mine’s tower. Take a look at the PROVOZ
HLUBINA “culture factory” right next to it, run by young
enthusiasts keen to support emerging artists and liven
up this old industrial site. Grab an excellent coffee
in the stylish cafe MARYČKA. Local legend and singer
-songwriter JAREK NOHAVICA built his own club
HELIGONKA here, where he holds not only his own
concerts (even though they’re usually sold out, you may
be lucky and get tickets – and they’re certainly not to be
missed), but also invited theatres and other performers.
The VYSOKÁ PEC (blast furnace) no. 1 63 is close by.
Take the lift to the top, where you can listen to a talk about
iron-making and grab another coffee in the glass BOLT
TOWER café on top.
It’ll be well worth it to have the whole of Ostrava
in the palm of your hand. Enjoy, relax, absorb
the atmosphere. Next there’s a bit of learning
and fun combined, in two parts of the SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY CENTRE 65 . The smaller one (also
called U6) has been designed to honour the legacy
of Jules Verne and his adventure books. So immerse
yourself in a world full of discoveries, experiments,
mistakes… and try your hand at how a steam machine
and other inventions work. The bigger and newer
part of the Centre (you can´t miss its modern mirror
glass building) also has its own botanical garden and
cinema! All that’s left now is to visit the huge hall
called the GONG and the PLATO gallery 64 .
If you are lucky the Gong will be filled with music.
It’s a concert and theatre auditorium, which was
created by converting a former gasholder. You
can’t see anything like it anywhere else! The whole
Vítkovice area is a popular venue for various musical
festivals. Party amidst the pipes and factory halls,
and soak up the industrial atmosphere. The biggest
festival is Colours of Ostrava…
OSTRAVA
LIVES!
„Czech“ out how
busy Ostrava
is during the year:
COLOURS OF OSTRAVA
SUMMER IN FRONT OF COOLTOUR
A four-day multi-genre music festival has become
an integral part of Ostrava’s scene, so don’t miss it if you’re
here during summer. It evolved from a small festival
with only a few stages on Stodolní Street to become
one of the biggest music events in the country. It’s held
in the awesome industrial Lower Vítkovice Area.
A few days earlier the streets in the centre burst into life
with the accompanying event – Festival on the Streets,
which is completely FREE! (mid-July)
Multi-genre show of contemporary art and summer entertainment outside in the garden by Cooltour (June – August)
OTHER MUSIC FESTIVALS
The biggest display of military hardware in Central
Europe, held at the nearby airport in Mošnov. Free entry!
(end of September)
Club festival around the city – Pendl (February), Irish
Cultural Festival Ostrava (March), Student Festival Majáles
(beginning of May), dance festival Beats for Love (July).
FILM FESTIVALS
EXPERIENCE OSTRAVA DIFFERENTLY
A big neighbourly celebration with dancing, workshops, flea
markets and other events helping to cement relationships
between neighbours in different quarters. (September)
NATO DAYS
PECHAKUCHA NIGHT OSTRAVA
A popular evening showcasing different types of art
with an after-party, always held in a different place. Ostrava
PechaKucha can boast the third largest attendance
in the world during the tenth evening. And it’s getting
even more ambitious! (four times a year)
Movie-lovers can enjoy many film festivals during the
year. The festival of cinematography Ostrava Kamera Oko
(September), the Festival of Outdoor Films (September),
the environmental festival EkoFilm (October), the French
Movie Festival (November), the festival of human rights
documentaries One World (March), the Nordic Film Autumn This international homemade food festival hosts over
and Winter (November/March) or the German movie festival 30 companies in the centre of the city, where amateur
Ostrau Der Kulturpunkt (April).
chefs cook with love four times a year.
(February, May, August and November)
RESTAURANT DAY OSTRAVA
THE WHIMSICAL
CELEBRATION OF OSTRAVICE
Street festivities on the banks of the Ostravice River
close to the Sýkora bridge. The main attraction
is the display of unconventional river-craft (end of June).
MEAT DESIGN OSTRAVA
Ostrava has its very own design week. Last year for the first
time it presented the work of fifty Czech designers
and brands - and this year it is growing bigger (and one day
longer) to display works by 150 designers from the Czech
Republic, Slovakia and Poland. Held at the Hlubina Mine
in the Lower Vítkovice Area. (end of November)