European Capitals of Culture 2026 | Trenčín & Oulu

Dear partners,

cities Trenčín in Slovakia and Oulu in Finland are European capitals of culture in 2026!

Trenčín is about 1 hour away from Bratislava, capital of Slovakia. Visit Slovakia and Trenčín in 2026 and take part at many amazing cultural events that will be held here this year. Let´s dive into destination tips for activities.

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VISIT TRENČÍN. EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE 2026

CUSTOMIZE YOUR PACKAGE

Fly to Vienna Schwechat airport
We arrange the transfer for you (up to 2 hours)
Select accommodation in your preferred hotel
Visit events in 2026, program of TRENČÍN - capital of culture 2026 here
Discover the city and its surroundings - ask us for tours and activities
Ask us for restaurant and dining recommendations - e.g. medieval dinner at the castle
On the way back or to Trenčín, stop by in Bratislava - city tour or more
Visit Vienna before your departure home

TRENČÍN - European city of culture 2026

TIPS FOR SIGHTS AND ACTIVITIES

HISTORY & RELAX

Explore iconic castles - there are 7 medieval castles and ruins overlookng the Vah river (Trencin, Beckov, Lednica, Cachtice, Tematin, Povazsky and Uhrovec castles)

Unwind in spa towns Trenčianske Teplice and Nimnica known for thermal springs and historic Hammam bath
Short trip away to Piešťany world known spa town
Discover the centre of Trenčín town and visit cultural events in 2026

NATURE & OUTDOORS

Hike easy trails up to 1000m above sea level accessible year round
Cycle more than 100 km of marked cycling routes
River rafting on Vah river
Rock climbing at multilple nearby locations
Ride on singletrack trail just steps from historic city centre

GASTRONOMY & TRADITIONS

Taste wines from northernmost vineyards of Slovakia
Experience and visit borovicka spirit distillery
Enjoy shared-table dinners with guest chefs in an apple orchard
Medieval dining directly at the Trencin castle with show
Glass making heritage in Lednicke Rovne - workhops
Watch sheparding traditions and visit local sheep farms
Folklore tradidions

ACCOMMODATION

LINK TO HOTEL

Hotel ELIZABETH ****

Historic hotel, located in the heart of the city, directly under the medieval Trenčín Castle
Stylish accommodation in 78 rooms of four types (Superior, Deluxe, Junior, Exclusive)
Dining in a hotel restaurant with a view to Roman inscriptions on the castle rock and Cafe Sissi styled in Art Nouveau
Wellness center in the design of Roman spa
10 conference and event spaces with a total capacity of up to 400 participants

VISIT TWIN CITIES ON DANUBE RIVER

BRATISLAVA

Capital of Slovakia
About hour away from Trenčín and another 40 minutes to Vienna Schwechat airport
Sightseeing tour in historical centre
Visit Bratislava and Devin castles
Dine in local restaurant - ask us for recommendations
Catamaran boat Twin city liner connects Bratislava city centre to Vienna centre

VIENNA

Sightseeing tour of the centre
Schönbrunn palace tour
Taste coffee and Sachertorte or Apple strudel in local coffee places
Visit museums or opera and ballet performance
Immerse yourself in Vienna's rich cultural heritage

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