Experience the Charm of Mutěnský Vineyards: Join Us for Open Cellar Day in the Barns

Join us on Saturday, April 26 to discover the charm of Mutěnice during the Days of Open Cellars. You’ll have the opportunity to explore over forty cellars belonging to small winemakers all in one location. Indulge in the finest creations made from the 2024 vintage. There will be 45 cellars offering tastings of 5 to 8 different wine varieties in each cellar. The admission fee is 1100 CZK if purchased in advance, 1200 CZK at the entrance, and this price includes a glass, a catalog, a map of the cellars, and a voucher for wine valued at CZK 500. The cellars will be welcoming visitors from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m..

From 6:00 p.m. onwards, enjoy live dulcimer music in tent 1 at the Amphitheater Pod Búdama, and catch a concert by the band Kulomet in tent 2 at the Pod Búdama Restaurant. There will be food options available at nearby restaurants and stalls located between the cellars. For those residing in the surrounding villages, transportation will be provided through buses and local taxi services. Tickets will be available for purchase on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the building labeled “start”.

Mutěnice, the Heart of the Wine Region

The village’s geographical position, surrounded by vast wine-growing hills, justifies its title as the heart of the wine region. The vineyard areas of Mutěnice are categorized into five unique vineyard lines: Vyšicko, Mutěnská hora, Úlehle, Hraničky, and Dubňanská hora. This village boasts a proud wine-making heritage that has been passed down through generations, with nearly everyone owning their own vineyard and wine cellar. One of the remarkable features of Mutěnice is its locality that houses almost five hundred wine cellars in the section of the village known as “Búdy”.

Mutěnské Búdy is a cellar area located on the outskirts of the village near the Mutěnské vineyards. Around 600 wine-growing families manage these cellars. Here, you will encounter cellars of various ages and architectural styles. From picturesque grandparent cellars to modern facilities featuring tasting rooms, seating areas, and even accommodations, there’s a variety to explore. A common element among many Mutěn cellars is the entrance facade called “Žůdro,” along with traditional decorations featuring Slovak motifs or intricate sgraffiti designs. In shed 300, local artist Jano Köhler has embellished these structural elements. The area is beautifully characterized by floral and figurative designs on the cellars and their facades, with intriguing patterns scratched into the plaster on a reddish-brown background by folk artist Ján Lacko.

Open Cellar Day in Mutěnice

What Is Open Cellar Day?

An annual spring tradition in the wine-growing village of Mutěnice, where small, family-run vintners throw open their cellar doors to share their latest vintages—and the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Admission & Tickets

• Advance purchase: 1 100 CZK

• At the venue: 1 200 CZK

• Included with ticket:

  • Official wine glass

  • Detailed catalog of participating cellars

  • Map of all cellar locations

  • Wine voucher worth 500 CZK

Wine Tasting & Cellars

• Over 40 cellars to explore—each hosted by a small winemaker.

• Many cellars feature traditional Slovak motifs and sgraffito (“júdras”) on their façades, showcasing floral and figurative patterns.

Entertainment

• Live dulcimer music drifting through the vine-lined streets.

• Evening concert by a local band at the Amphitheater Pod Búdama.

When & Where to Get Your Ticket

• Friday, April 25: 18:00–20:00 at the “start” building

• Saturday, April 26: 09:00–15:00 at the same location

Logistics & Amenities

• Shuttle buses connecting nearby villages and towns to the heart of Mutěnice.

• Food options at local restaurants and pop-up stalls between cellars—ideal for pairing with your tastings.