History
St Martin’s Cathedral (source: Radka Minarechová)
Bratislava Coronation Days
Friday and Saturday, August 16-17, 9:00 - 11:30 and 13:00 - 20:00, St. Martin's Cathedral.
The presbytery, where the Hungarian kings and royal wives were crowned, will be accessible to visitors for this special occasion (via the "small" entrance to the cathedral, which is not normally used).
Tourists will also have the opportunity to admire the wall-mounted list of crowned monarchs from the immediate vicinity. Due to the sanctity of the place, it is necessary to enter it appropriately dressed (e.g. with covered shoulders).
Visitors will also be able to visit the crypts in the underground of the cathedral.
This event is part of the Bratislava Coronation Days, if interested, see the programme here (English).
Art
The installation of the famous Slovak artist Lousy Auber takes place in Stará tržnica until August 30, 2024. (source: Lousy Auber Archive)
Exhibition in Stará tržnica
Until August 30, open from 14:00 to 21:00 in Stará tržnica/Old Market Hall (Námestie SNP 25).
The interior of the Old Market Hall is filled with three monumental bubbles created by Slovak photographer and multimedia artist Lousy Auber.
Bubbles symbolise connection, fragility, cooperation, and diversity for the artist. They convey an important message of belonging in today's tense social climate. Lauzi Ober used old balloons, which were given a new function in an installation created for the occasion.
Nature
Slovak forest. (source: TASR)
Hike from Kačín to Rača
Meeting point: Saturday, August 10, at Patrónka bus stop at 9:45.
Join the group of foreigners on their Saturday hike from Kačín to Rača. The forecast is for some heat, but the tourists will pass by several buffets for liquid refreshments. The meeting point will be at Patrónka bus stop at 9:45 for the 43 bus at 9:58 to Kačín.
Kačín Forest Park is located in the beautiful surroundings of the Small Carpathians. It is only a short hop away from the centre of Bratislava and here you can enjoy the clean air, the harmonious environment of nature, and a forest walk even if you live in the capital.
Enjoy the 16 km trip with some elevation in parts, on marked and unmarked trails. If you want to go on this hike later, see the map below.
If you have tips for free events in Bratislava or you would like to share your hiking or cycling trip ideas with readers, let me know at kseniia.husieva@spectator.sk.
