The Wallachian Open Air Museum in Rožnov pod Radhoštěm is the oldest open-air museum in Central Europe, presenting traditional Wallachian architecture and the way of life in Wallachia. It is located in the heart of the Beskydy Mountains, approximately an hour and a quarter drive from the Pod Kyčmolem Hotel, making it an ideal destination for a day trip. Visitors can expect an authentic atmosphere of the Wallachian countryside, complemented by live demonstrations of traditional crafts and folklore.

Information

The Wallachian Open Air Museum was founded in 1925 and is located in Rožnov pod Radhoštěm. It is the largest and oldest open-air museum in Central Europe, featuring more than 100 original folk buildings. The museum is divided into three main parts: The Wooden Town, The Wallachian Village and The Mill Valley. Each of these parts offers a different view of life in Wallachia in past centuries, from urban life to traditional rural economy.

Wooden Town

• The oldest part of the museum, opened in 1925
• Shows life in a small Wallachian town in the 19th and 20th centuries
• Contains original and reconstructed buildings, such as the town hall, the church of St. Anne and the townspeople's houses

Wallachian Village

• The largest area of the museum, opened in 1972
• It represents a typical Wallachian village with farmsteads, sheepfolds and a mill
• It includes a living museum with traditional crops and animal husbandry

Mlýnská dolina

• The youngest part of the museum, opened in 1982
• It contains functional technical buildings such as a mill, washhouse, sawmill and hammer mill, which are still in operation

Activities and experiences

Visitors to the open-air museum can enjoy various activities, including:

• Tourism and walks: Walks around the open-air museum and the surrounding areas offer beautiful views of the Beskydy Mountains.
• Family activities: Children can try riding the historic carousel in the Wooden Town or see domestic animals in the Wallachian Village.
• Cultural events: The museum regularly organizes folklore festivals and demonstrations of traditional crafts.
• Gastronomy: After visiting the open-air museum, you can visit our hotel Pod Kyčmolem, where you can enjoy traditional Wallachian specialties and refreshing beer from the local brewery.

Practical information for visitors

• Transport: You can get to the place by car from the Pod Kyčmolem hotel in approximately 75 minutes. The route leads through picturesque Beskydy roads.
• Parking: Parking is available directly at the entrance to the open-air museum in a large paid parking lot.
• Opening hours and admission: The museum is open year-round, up-to-date information about opening hours and admission can be found on the official museum website.
• Recommendation: We recommend taking comfortable shoes and plenty of fluids for walks through the vast area.

Other tips and recommendations

• Pustevny and Radhošť: After visiting the open-air museum, head to Pustevny, where you can admire Jurkovič's architecture and enjoy the beautiful views from Radhošť.
• Cycling on the Bečva cycle path: If you are a cycling enthusiast, head to the Bečva cycle path, which passes near the open-air museum.
• Invitation: After a day spent in nature and culture, we invite you back to our hotel Pod Kyčmolem, where you can relax in our wellness facilities and taste local specialties in our restaurant.