Easter
Easter traditions and events in Slovakia
When to shop over Easter: Opening hours for supermarkets in Slovakia
Shoppers are encouraged to check local store listings for exact opening times.
Sweet but illegal: Home bakers are sidestepping the law
Homemade cakes may taste like tradition, but an unregulated baking boom is estimated to cost the state millions in lost taxes.
Chandelier torn down with bucket: Easter calls for its bill
Curious insurance claims include broken legs or demolished cars.
Shops to close during Easter, but there are exceptions
National rail carrier warns of delays as clocks go forward.
Slovak Matters: A flirtatious Easter of water and whipping
Since that crash course in Slovak traditions, she became much more familiar with how the holiday is celebrated.
How to enjoy truly traditional Slovak Easter customs
One thing men can leave at home is their perfumes.
Weekend: Throwback to unbelievable Easter accidents
Set out on Easter hikes or watch Slovakia's best films of recent years.
Shops will be closed during the Easter
Several exceptions apply.
Expert recommendations to enjoy a Covid-free Easter
The epidemic situation in Slovakia is improving but it is still necessary to be careful.
Weekend: "Do you have hens?" a UK vlogger asks a Slovak villager
It is a relevant question to be asking ahead of Easter. But we have more to tell you about in this week’s roundup.
News digest: Slovakia experiences second Easter in lockdown
For some Easter means just four days holiday, for others it is the biggest religious festival of the year.
Memories of a meditative Easter in Bratislava
The deep silence of Christ’s death night made me want to forget history, writes former Fulbright scholar and author Andrew Giarelli.
These anti-Covid measures will apply to Slovakia this Easter
The government is not planning any significant changes to the restrictions, holidays perceived as a risky time for the virus spread.
Shops closed during Easter
Check out where and when you can do your shopping during the upcoming holidays.
Neither buckets of water nor whips. Celebrate holidays with Easter cuisine
Spectacular Slovakia listeners will lick their fingers at Easter.
What can I do during Easter? (FAQ)
Can I go shopping or refuel in another district? Can a driver not wearing a mask be fined? Find the answers.
Coronavirus in Slovakia: Police to fine people for non-essential Easter travels
A new curfew-like measure is in place from April 8 until April 13.
Coronavirus in Slovakia: Do I really have to stay at home this Easter? (FAQ)
Questions about stricter limits on people's movement during Easter holidays answered.
Blog: Why a trip to the Tatras during Easter is a must
Saunas, šulance and a little bit of snow: springtime in the Tatras is glorious.
Looking for hidden Easter eggs is not the Slovaks’ cup of tea
Slovaks perceive Easter as a primarily religious holiday.
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