29 - 31 July 2016

Medieval castle festival at Ľubovňa Castle

This year's castle festival at Ľubovňa Castle is dedicated to the visit of Polish King John II Casimir to Ľubovňa Castle, who visited Ľubovňa Castle in 1656.
During the three-day event, visitors have the opportunity to watch a re-enactment of his visit, have fun, and learn a lot about the castle through the accompanying program which includes performances by the St. Bavo Falconers, the Páni Spiša fencers, and the Polish Hussar Regiment, Podolski Regiment Odprzodowy.

Visitors can also enjoy listening to period music in the recesses of the castle. Creative craft workshops and skilled craftsmen will also be on hand. On Friday, 29 July 2016, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy the night-time atmosphere at the castle duringnight tours of the castle scheduled to start at the following times: 8 PM, 8:15 PM, 8:30 PM, 8:45 PM and 9 PM.

More info:http://www.hradlubovna.sk/

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