Bagpipe Festival in the Czech Republic

Czech Bagpipe Festival

When & Where The Czech Bagpipe Festival is a European festival which usually takes place in the town of Strakonice, Pisecko in South Bohemia in the Czech Republic. It takes place for four days in late August on every second year: evens e.g. 2010, 2012, 2014 etc.

The next Bagpipe Festival in Strakonice will take place on August 2012.

What to Expect Known locally as Mezinarodni Dudacky Festivalu the town Strakonice is renowned for it's bagpipes "dudy" which are paraded on from the town to the local 16th century castle. There are hundreds of types of bagpipes on display from all over the world and there's traditional Czech dancers cladded in traditional Czech costumes.

Getting there Book a flight into any Czech Republic airport here or book a train here.

Accommodation in Czech Rep

Where to stay Book your accommodation below for Czechs Bagpipe Festival. There's quality hotels or cheap accommodation in Strakonice here.

Bagpipes of Strakonice History

History

This European festival dates back to 1967 when it was used in the towns 600 year anniversary celebrations.

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