The meeting of mounted police units was opened by the Mayor of Ostrava in a cavalry style
The international gathering of mounted police units, a long-standing fixture marking the end of summer in Ostrava, began somewhat unconventionally this year. At the very start of the event, the Mayor of Ostrava, Jan Dohnal, appeared before the audience astride a white stallion. Riding alongside him on a black horse was the Director of the Ostrava Municipal Police, Miroslav Plaček. Their unexpected entrance was met with enthusiastic applause and admiring glances from the crowd.
Mounted Police Show in Komenského Sady
This Saturday, 30 August 2025, Komenského sady will once again host the 27th edition of the popular International Mounted Police Meeting. Visitors can look forward to captivating demonstrations of teamwork between rider and horse, presented by mounted police units from the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, and Germany. Admission is free.
Grossmann Villa to Welcome Visitors with Rare and Unique Furnishings
Grossmann Villa, often referred to as Ostrava’s architectural jewel after its recently completed restoration, is preparing to enchant visitors with newly furnished interiors. This autumn and next spring, the villa will be enriched with period-appropriate furniture, carpets, textiles, and decorative elements—exceptional pieces showcasing true master craftsmanship.