Unleash the Enchantment of Kyselka Spa: Get Ready for Another Year of Exciting Festivities
On Saturday, 31 May, get ready for the exciting Kysel Festival—a lively outdoor event taking place in the municipal park of Kyselka. This traditional summer festival will feature a delightful mix of music, dance, theater, and entertainment suitable for all ages. Throughout the day, young performers from Kyselka Kindergarten and dancers from the Třpytky group will showcase their talents. Following them will be the captivating performance from the Airplane Theatre titled “Explorers in Africa.” The musical lineup includes Fšehochut’, Zbyněk Drda & Band, Blue Caravan, Petra Brabencová & Box of Chocolates, and Birch Town. A special zone for children will feature Theatre from the Box, offering theatrical shows, magic acts, and workshops, along with giant inflatable attractions and archery on soft targets. The Hand Event team will provide professional animation, including games and competitions for both kids and adults.
Food lovers can indulge in local delights from Bistro & Jakubov Farmhouse, savory burgers from Crazy Poni Burger, refreshing coffee from Café Rainbow, exciting cocktails from Barracuda Cocktail Bar, Sweet Treats from Sweet Zone, as well as French pancakes, scrumptious ice cream, golden potato specialties, and more goodies. In the afternoon, the municipal cinema will feature children’s fairy tales—a perfect way to relax between program segments. Admission is free, so come along with your family and friends to enjoy a joyful afternoon filled with great music and a fun atmosphere.
The restoration of Kyselka and the Trail of the Elves
The historic spa buildings of Kyselka are managed by the public benefit organization Lázně Kyselka. Since 2013, they have been working diligently to preserve and restore these buildings with support from Mattoni 1873 a.s., the Czech Republic’s Ministry of Culture, and the Karlovy Vary Region, along with private contributions. The restoration plan is organized in four phases. Projects include essentials like Mattoni’s Villa No. 76, Spa Restaurant No. 75, Otto Pavilion No. 74, Henry’s Court No. 73, Swiss Court No. 37, Villa Vilemina No. 47, Spa administration No. 36, and Villa Austria No. 28. They are also working on restoring the spa parks, gardens, and surrounding areas, along with laying down necessary utilities while closely collaborating with conservation authorities.
Restoring these historic buildings is just one aspect of the ongoing efforts, which, although expensive, are vital. Equally significant is the goal to create a cohesive collection of renovated structures, forming a vibrant living environment that will rejuvenate this remarkable location. Once the Kyselka Spa is fully operational, it should be able to cover its own operational and maintenance costs, ensuring sustainable development in the area. The Kyselka Spa site is designed to provide services for passing boaters, cyclists, thrilling day trips, as well as weekend getaways and week-long family vacations. A wide range of visitors will be drawn in by the mineral springs, rich history, stunning architecture, and beautiful nature.
You can visit Kyselka to explore the rich history and take a tour of the beautifully restored former spa, discovering the legacy of Heinrich Mattoni. Then, make sure to swing by the Mattoni Museum. You’ll walk through historic sites where visitors from all across Europe once gathered. You can learn about the ongoing restoration efforts, uncover fascinating historical facts, and admire the remarkable stories linked to the art of mineral water bottling. The whole family will relish a hike along the Mattoni Trail “In the Footsteps of the Elves,” which offers a scenic route of about 4 km filled with interesting information about the village and insight into local legends and remarkable sites around Kyselka.
