KRABAT REGION
KRABAT has achieved worldwide fame.
The writer Jurij Brězan (1916-2006) placed the most famous figure from Sorbian mythology at the center of two novels. Otfried Preußler inspired the young hero with magical powers to write a later award-winning children’s book, which has been translated into 31 languages. It also served as the basis for the exciting film “KRABAT,” which hit theaters in the fall of 2008 with a star-studded cast. The film production of “KRABAT” captivated millions of viewers and drew attention to the region where the story originated.
The bilingual region of Upper Lusatia, where Germans and Sorbs live together, has been focusing more on Krabat since 2001. An association of the same name was founded here with the aim of promoting the region’s tourism and economic development.
Nowadays, you can follow in Krabat’s footsteps on a cycle path. Several products named after him have been launched, such as KRABAT Pilsner beer and a card game to mark the film’s premiere. In Kamenz, children can let off steam in a KRABAT playground.
Every year, a KRABAT festival is held at a different location in the region associated with the legend.
In Groß Särchen, KRABAT’s Neues Vorwerk was built with the support of Krabat e.V. The clubhouse of the KRABAT Dorfclub & Heimatverein Groß Särchen e.V. offers exhibitions and meeting rooms.
In 2008, the KRABAT Milchwelt (Milk World) was opened in Kotten. Here, visitors can experience agricultural cycles according to the “cow-cheese-kilowatt” principle and watch the master at work in the glass cheese dairy, as well as purchase dairy products on site, e.g., KRABAT cheese.
In 2006, construction began on the outskirts of Schwarzkollm near Hoyerswerda. There, the KRABAT mill grew into an amazing ensemble that offers many enchanting experiences. Visitors can marvel at props and scenery from the movie, including parts of the mill wall, Krabat’s spade, magic wand, and the mill staircase.
KRABAT® Brand
News about the Krabat region
The regional KRABAT® brand was developed to guarantee regional identity, the region’s unique position, and the quality of regional products and services.
KRABAT = epitome of Sorbian Lusatia, characterized by German-Sorbian bilingualism and a vivid representation of the historical, legendary figure KRABAT®
In order to maintain the criteria of the KRABAT® brand and achieve its goals, including the development of regional quality products, KRABAT e.V. uses the control instrument of granting license rights to the KRABAT® brand.
In line with the philosophy of the KRABAT® brand, the KRABAT® seal of quality stands for the following aspects, among others:
- Quality has a home – proof of origin and promotion of regional products
- Promotion of the unique selling point: two languages/cultures – German/Sorbian
- Recognizability of experiences related to KRABAT
- Cultural highlights of the KRABAT region
- Traditionally furnished establishments (with regional cuisine)
KRABAT Partner
When visiting the KRABAT region, it is worth checking out the hotels, restaurants, and guesthouses listed below.
These establishments have been awarded the KRABAT® seal of quality. Here you can experience regional quality and Sorbian traditions, purchase KRABAT quality products, and obtain tourist information about bilingual Lusatia. Bilingualism and Sorbian traditions and customs are cultivated here.
Pension & Ferienwohnung - Black Miller-Botschafter der Oberlausitz
Pension & Ferienwohnung - Black Miller-Botschafter der Oberlausitz
Krabatweg 2
OT Schwarzkollm
02977 Hoyerswerda
Telefon: 035722 32136
Telefax: 035722 32136
E-Mail: Pension.Krabatweg@freenet.de
Web: Schwarzer-Mueller.de
KlosterCafé St. Michael
KlosterCafé St. Michael
01920 Panschwitz-Kuckau
Telefon: 035796 99443
Web: abtei.marienstern.de
Hotel Goldner Hirsch
Hotel Goldner Hirsch
01917 Kamenz
Telefon: 3578-78350
E-Mail: info@hotel-kamenz.de
Web: hotel-kamenz.de
Gaststätte „Zur Kegelbahn“ - Inh. M. Scholze
Gaststätte „Zur Kegelbahn“ - Inh. M. Scholze
Seidau 4
01920 Ralbitz
Telefon: 035796 95769
Telefax: 035796 95769
Gaststätte und Pension Familie Müller
Gaststätte und Pension Familie Müller
01920 Horka
Telefon: 035796 96290
E-Mail: info@gaststaette-horka.de
Web: gaststaette-horka.de
Gaststätte und Pension „Erbgericht“ - Maria Krautschick
Gaststätte und Pension „Erbgericht“ - Maria Krautschick
01920 Crostwitz
Telefon: 035796 96474
Telefax: 035796 96474
Restaurant „Am Bad“
Restaurant „Am Bad“
Dorfplatz 1
01920 Caseritz
Telefon: 035796 96007
Telefax: 035796 96006
Hotel & Gasthaus „Zur Linde“ - Rainer & Christine Kubitz
Hotel & Gasthaus „Zur Linde“ - Rainer & Christine Kubitz
01920 Panschwitz-Kuckau OT Lehndorf
Telefon: 035796 96328
Telefax: 035796 96023
E-Mail: info@gasthaus-lehndorf.de
Web: gasthaus-lehndorf.de
Guesthouse and vacation apartment - Black Miller-Ambassador of Upper Lusatia
Guesthouse and vacation Apartment - Black Miller- Ambassador of Upper Lusatia
Krabatweg 2
OT Schwarzkollm
02977 Hoyerswerda
Phone: 035722 32136
Fax: 035722 32136
e-mail: Pension.Krabatweg@freenet.de
Web: Schwarzer-Mueller.de
Monestary Café St. Michael
Monestary Café St. Michael
01920 Panschwitz-Kuckau
Phone: 035796 99443
Web: abtei.marienstern.de
Hotel Golden Stag
Hotel Golden Stag
01917 Kamenz
Phone: 3578-78350
e-mail: info@hotel-kamenz.de
Web: hotel-kamenz.de
Restaurant „Zur Kegelbahn“ - Own. M. Scholze
Restaurant „Zur Kegelbahn“ - Own. M. Scholze
Seidau 4
01920 Ralbitz
Phone: 035796 95769
Fax: 035796 95769
Restaurant and Guesthouse Family Müller
Restaurant and guesthouse Familie Müller
01920 Horka
Phone: 035796 96290
e-mail: info@gaststaette-horka.de
Web: gaststaette-horka.de
Restaurant and Guesthouse „Erbgericht“ - Maria Krautschick
Restaurant and guesthouse „Erbgericht“ - Maria Krautschick
01920 Crostwitz
Phone: 035796 96474
Fax: 035796 96474
Restaurant „Am Bad“
Restaurant „Am Bad“
Dorfplatz 1
01920 Caseritz
Phone: 035796 96007
Fax: 035796 96006
Hotel & guesthouse „Zur Linde“ - Rainer & Christine Kubitz
Hotel & guesthouse „Zur Linde“ - Rainer & Christine Kubitz
01920 Panschwitz-Kuckau OT Lehndorf
Phone: 035796 96328
Fax: 035796 96023
e-mail: info@gasthaus-lehndorf.de
Web: gasthaus-lehndorf.de
Heidehof Hotel garni
Heidehof Hotel garni
02699 Königswartha
Phone: 035931 22022
Mobil: 0160 93189575
e-mail: info@hotelheidehof.de
Web: hotelheidehof.de