Cultural Day in Lemberg near Šmarje – a Medieval Experience for School Groups
- Oct 10, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 19, 2025
We invite you to Lemberg near Šmarje, a unique place with a picturesque medieval appearance, rich cultural heritage, and exceptional educational experiences. The cultural day program is specially designed for elementary school groups and combines historical exploration, creative workshops, and activities that bring medieval life closer to children.
What does the program offer?
Guided tour of the medieval square and museum. Students walk with a guide through the Lemberg square, visit the Museum at the Town Hall, and learn about the history of the place and its permanent museum collection.
Two exceptional creative workshops at the Old School of Lemberg. You can choose from several thematic workshops:
- Sealed Medieval Letter: Children discover characteristics of the Middle Ages and try writing with a quill pen, folding, sealing, and sending letters.
- Make Your Own Nine Men’s Morris Game: Students learn about medieval games and create their own portable Nine Men’s Morris set.
- Pottery Workshop: Direct contact with clay allows for relaxed creativity and the crafting of a unique ceramic piece.
- A Medieval Knight Live: A real knight – a former vassal of the Counts of Celje presents knightly life, equipment, and weapons. Children will witness an authentic duel and may try sword fighting and putting on armor.
- Themed Walk Along the “Ulrik Trail”: A guided walk leading to the Church of St. Pancras and up the castle hill above Lemberg, offering insight into the town’s past and life at the manor.
The program encourages:
strengthening cooperation and communication skills
knowledge of Lemberg, its history, and cultural heritage
developing intercultural dialogue
improving manual skills
learning about local handicraft traditions (pottery, leatherworking, etc.)
Contact:
Public Institute for Tourism, Sports and Youth Šmarje pri Jelšah
Celjska cesta 6, 3240 Šmarje pri Jelšah
+386 31 420 653