The craft village
Immerse yourself in a naturally educational experience
TRADERS AND CRAFTSMEN'S PARK
A freely accessible arts and crafts park invites visitors to discover a bygone era. Independent traders enliven the village.
Experience
History
People learn from stories. With our retailers, we not only create a lively atmosphere but also an impressive, immersive experience.
Understanding district economy
We show how individual industries have interacted and raise awareness of the effort required, for example, to bake a loaf of bread.
unforgettable WORKSHOPS
What bread tastes more natural and better than one whose production can be fully understood and monitored?
The Crafts Village – A lively customer magnet
The Crafts Village isn't a quiet show village or museum—it's a vibrant place. Merchants and artisans offer wares and workshops daily, while visitors experience firsthand how traditional techniques are brought to life. As a freely accessible attraction, the village attracts day-trippers with its experiences.
With its unique atmosphere, the Crafts Village is a major drawcard and inspires day-trippers to stay longer in the castle next time.
LEARN, EXPERIENCE, IMMERSE
Craft Village Details
Why is the craft village important?
The craft village also serves as an important platform for clubs and community development. Valuable synergies are created here for merchandise products that can be marketed as souvenirs or online. The workshops and the Instagram-worthy atmosphere contribute significantly to the facility's social media reach, making the village an indispensable part of the castle project.
How does the craft village fit into the experience?
The Craft Village allows guests to immerse themselves even more deeply in the medieval atmosphere. They can voluntarily become part of this world by wearing medieval clothing (available through the hotel) and playing small games. During the holidays, special role-playing packages are available for children, divided into three age groups and reminiscent of popular computer games: They can complete tasks, collect points, and document their progress on analog "skill boards."
The games are staged by vendors and staff and create impressive, immersive experiences in the village. This concept increases the appeal of the complex not only for families but also for social media content.
What is there to discover?
Village structure:
- Church with parish
- Long-distance traders
- Fishermen with pond
- Small watermill
- Event tavern with tub
- Merchants and craftsmen
- Barber
Agriculture:
- Farmhouse
- Sheep Farming
- Poultry
- Hunter
- Free-Range Barn (Sheep, Chickens, Pigs, Cows)
- Forest Pig Farming
- Vegetable and Grain Fields
- Orchards
- Oops
Secrets:
- Robber's Camp
- Witch's House
- Archer's Hideout
- Many Small Discoveries
Raw material extraction outside the village:
- Mining complex: tunnels, blast furnace, stamp mill, smelting, and historical tools
- Charcoal burning
- Salt distillery
- Binge (geographical monument)
- Forest ranger/sawmill
- Pitch distillery
- Rope factory/cider press
- Beekeeping
- Planned expansion: Glassmaking and other historical crafts
*Many features are only added during the first few years of operation. Only the building shell is constructed, with the detailed design being continually improved later.
Which retailers are there and what is being managed? (Retail)
Our dealers' buildings are modular buildings clad in medieval style, with commercial licenses and appropriate technology such as surveillance cameras, heating, water, etc. Each building typically houses two dealers. This allows us to operate some of the properties ourselves with a small number of employees (one per building). The goods are largely purchased directly from the factory, without intermediaries, resulting in increased margins. Some properties are leased to local dealers.
- Shepherds (Wool/Furs)
- Hunters and Tanners (Leather Goods + Courses)
- Archers (Bows and Arrows + Courses)
- Potters (Ceramics + Courses)
- Weavers (Clothing, Dyeing + Courses)
- Woodturners and Basket Weavers (Wooden Toys + Basketry)
- General Goods (Souvenirs)
- Soap Makers (Soaps, Incense + Courses)
- Beekeepers (Honey, Candle Making + Courses)
- Blacksmiths (Coin Makers, Ironmongers, Weapons and Armor + Courses)
- Pewter and Glass Merchants (Mugs, Plates, etc.)
- Jewelry and Gemstone Merchants
- Monks - (Parchments, Scriptures, and Books + Courses)
- Monks - (Medicines, Herbs, Ointment Makers + Courses)
- Long-Distance Traders (Spices, Herbs, etc. + Large Seminar Rooms)
- Farm Shops (Groceries and Gift Baskets)
- Medieval accommodations - 3 buildings with 3 residential units each
What role does the village play in events?
- The network of paths, including power and water lines, forms a utility network.
- Forest stage for music events
- Arena for open-air cinema, jousting tournaments, and other events
- Church for weddings
- Event tavern as an outlet for events
What types of seminars and workshops are offered?
- Culinary activities: Bread baking, mead making, and cooking according to historical recipes (at the hotel)
- Survival: Fire making, tool making, navigation without technology, butchering and preparing game
- Crafts: Pottery, basket weaving, wood carving, blacksmithing, etc.
- Family activities: Archery, medieval games and treasure hunts, role-playing
- DIY experiences: "Make your own product"
Experience a journey through time full of excitement and togetherness.
Examples of Unforgettable Experiences
Special team events
In our unique adventure program, you and your team can solve seemingly impossible tasks and puzzles from times gone by. Promote teamwork and strategic thinking among your employees.
Blacksmithing course
Together, you'll not only forge a sword, but also create memories that will last forever. Register your team and experience the power of collaboration in the glowing atmosphere of blacksmithing!
Archery
The fascinating world of archery awaits you. Expand your skills in our workshop. Under professional guidance, you'll learn everything from proper stance to perfect aim.
Medieval cooking class
Immerse yourself in a culinary journey through time and discover the art of cooking together. In our unique workshop, you'll learn how to prepare authentic meals.
