Bolatice Skansen, Open-air folk museum in Opava District, Czech Republic
Description
Bolatice Skansen is an open-air museum in Opava District that displays traditional buildings, tools, and household items from the region. The collection documents the farming practices and crafts that were carried out across Moravian-Silesia over many generations.
History
The museum was founded in 2002 when local residents decided to preserve the way of life in the Hlučín area. Since then it has gathered objects that safeguard the region's cultural heritage for the future.
Culture
The museum displays working techniques that have shaped daily life in this region for generations, from weaving to woodworking. Visitors can observe how these skills are reflected in the artifacts on display.
Practical
The museum sits about 12 kilometers east of Opava and is best reached by car or organized group visits. Guided tours and craft workshops are offered to help visitors understand the traditional way of life of the region.
Did you know?
Skilled craftspeople regularly demonstrate their trades on site, showing how traditional items were actually made. This lets visitors experience the practical side of these old trades firsthand rather than just viewing finished objects.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Moravian-Silesian Region).
Naučná stezka Koutské a Zábřežské louky
4.3 km
Naučná stezka Chuchelenský les
1.7 km
Church of Saint Stanislaus
58 m
Holy Trinity Church
3.3 km
Bolatice Castle
208 m
Spring U Velkého kamene
1 km
Spring Zbojnička
3.1 km
Church of Saint Martin
4.3 km
Koutské a Zábřežské louky
3.9 km
Chapel of the Holy Cross
3.8 km
Dolní Benešov
4.1 km
Struhalův dub
2.9 km
Reithalle
1.9 km
Schloss Hilvetihof
1.9 km
Vojenské muzeum Chuchelná
4.5 km
Church of Saint Catherine of Alexandria
3.5 km
Socha Panny Marie v Dolním Benešově na náměstí Cypriána Lelka
4.4 km
Chapel of Virgin Mary
577 m
Socha svatého Floriána v Dolním Benešově na náměstí Svobody
4.2 km
Church of the Assumption
4.4 km
Hrob a pomník čs. tankistů
76 m
Kaple u Opavské ulice
3.4 km
Hlučínská pahorkatina
1.8 km
Sýpka u čp. 211
4.5 km
Chapel of the Sacred Heart
4.3 km
Hřbitov Dolní Benešov
3.8 km
Kříž v Bolaticích na křižovatce ulic Hlučínská a Svobody
589 m
World Wars memorial in Kobeřice
4.4 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes