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Bratislava Region Office Receives Green Certificate for Environmental Practices

The Bratislava Self-Governing Region has demonstrated its commitment to environmental protection by earning a Green Certificate from SEWA, a.s. The certification confirms the regional government office's ecological recycling and waste processing practices. This marks another year that the Bratislava region has received the environmental recognition, highlighting the administration's ongoing efforts to maintain sustainable operations in its facilities.

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Bratislava

Bratislava Region Celebrates Earth Day with Soil and Forest Focus at Čunovo Ecocentre

The Bratislava Region is organizing a special Earth Day celebration at the Čunovo Ecocentre, focusing on soil and its natural treasures. The event invites visitors to take a closer look at the ground they walk on daily and listen to the sounds of the floodplain forest. The Čunovo Ecocentre, located along the Danube River in southern Bratislava, serves as an environmental education facility that promotes awareness of local ecosystems and biodiversity. The Earth Day event aims to reconnect people with nature and highlight the importance of soil conservation and forest preservation in the region.

Bratislavský kraj
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Bratislava

Slovak Village Opens Renovated Municipal Office with Energy Efficiency Upgrades

The village of Tureň officially opened its reconstructed municipal office building following a comprehensive renovation focused on improving energy efficiency and accessibility for all residents. The project received support through a competitive Slovak funding program. The renovation represents efforts by local communities to modernize public infrastructure while reducing energy costs and ensuring better access to municipal services for citizens, including those with mobility challenges.

Bratislavský kraj
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Bratislava

Major Highway D1 to Close Friday Evening for Reconstruction on Bratislava-Trnava Route

A heavily trafficked section of Slovakia's D1 highway will close Friday evening on the route leading from Bratislava toward Trnava. The closure affects one of the country's busiest highway segments as reconstruction work takes place. Drivers are expected to regain access to the renovated highway section by Sunday, marking the completion of the weekend construction project.

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Bratislava

Bratislava Region Council to Discuss Grants, Awards and Social Services

The Bratislava Self-Governing Region has invited the public to attend the 23rd session of the Regional Council, scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM at the regional office on Sabinovská 16 in Bratislava. Regional councilors will deliberate on matters including grant allocations, awards, and social services provision. The Bratislava Self-Governing Region is the regional government authority responsible for administering the area surrounding Slovakia's capital city, with elected representatives who oversee regional policies and budget decisions.

Bratislavský kraj
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Bratislava

Bratislava to Begin Activating City Fountains, Starting with Družba Fountain on Friday

Bratislava will begin turning on its public fountains for the season, with the Družba fountain scheduled to be the first activated on Friday. The city's fountain collection this year includes a new addition - the restored Svetový poštár (World Postman) fountain located on Poštová Street. The seasonal activation of fountains marks the beginning of warmer weather operations for the Slovak capital's public water features.

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Bratislava

Bratislava Mayor Awards Ten Companies for Meeting Climate Challenge Commitments

Bratislava Mayor Matúš Vallo recognized ten companies that successfully fulfilled their commitments under the city's Climate Challenge initiative. The program is part of Bratislava's broader commitment to actively contribute to reducing the city's emissions. The recognition highlights the capital's efforts to engage the private sector in environmental initiatives as Slovakia's largest city works toward climate goals.

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Bratislava

Fire breaks out at Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, mass evacuation underway

A fire erupted at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, prompting firefighters to order an immediate mass evacuation of students and staff from the affected building. Bratislava firefighters are currently responding to the incident and working to evacuate all individuals from the smoke-filled premises. The Slovak University of Technology is one of Slovakia's largest technical universities, located in the capital city.

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Bratislava

Railway Disruption Planned Between Šenkvice and Cífer in April 2026

Railway services between Šenkvice and Cífer in the Bratislava region will face disruptions from April 14-17, 2026, due to scheduled maintenance work. The extraordinary closure will affect train operations on this section of the railway line during the four-day period. The work appears to be part of planned infrastructure maintenance, though specific details about the nature of the repairs or alternative transport arrangements have not been specified.

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Bratislava

Police Seek Help Identifying Nighttime Intruder in Hamuliakovo

Police in the Bratislava region are asking the public for help identifying a nighttime intruder who broke into a property in Hamuliakovo, a municipality near the Slovak capital. The break-in was stopped only when an alarm system activated. Video footage of the incident has been posted on the Bratislava regional police's social media accounts, and authorities are calling on anyone who can identify the persons shown in the video to come forward with information.

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Bratislava

Robot in Leather Jacket Demonstrates Martial Arts on Bratislava Streets

A robot wearing a leather jacket walked through central Bratislava over the weekend, surprising passersby by demonstrating martial arts moves. People filmed the unusual spectacle near Obchodná Street, one of the capital's main commercial thoroughfares. The robot's appearance and activities drew attention from curious onlookers who captured videos of the unexpected street performance.

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Bratislava

Višňové Tunnel to Close for Major Repairs, Traffic Diverted Through Strečno

The Višňové tunnel, a key transport link in northern Slovakia, will be completely closed in both directions for more than ten days in May for maintenance work. During the closure, traffic will be diverted through an alternative route that passes below the village of Strečno, where authorities are simultaneously conducting slope stabilization work. The tunnel closure represents a significant disruption to one of Slovakia's major highway connections, as the Višňové tunnel serves as a critical passage through the mountainous terrain between Žilina and Martin regions.

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Bratislava

Historic Stupava Castle Park Reopens After Major Reconstruction

The historic castle park in Stupava has completed its most extensive renovation in decades and will reopen to visitors on Saturday, April 18. The Bratislava Self-Governing Region, which oversees administration of the Bratislava region including surrounding municipalities like Stupava, launched the comprehensive revitalization project in 2022 with the goal of restoring the park to its original character. The reconstruction represents a significant investment in preserving the cultural heritage of the area located just northeast of Slovakia's capital.

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Bratislava

D1 Highway Reopens to Bratislava Traffic After Reconstruction Work

The D1 highway in the direction of Bratislava is fully operational again after completing reconstruction work on a section between the Bernolákovo intersection and Zlaté piesky. The stretch had been closed since Thursday evening while traffic was rerouted from temporary bypass lanes back to the newly reconstructed roadway. During the closure, crews completed several types of work necessary to hand the section over to motorists. Weather permitting, authorities plan to implement a similar closure in the opposite direction during the upcoming weekend.

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Bratislava

Historic Neo-Gothic Castle in Rusovce Undergoes Major Restoration After Decades of Decay

The historic castle in Rusovce, a district of Bratislava, is finally undergoing comprehensive restoration work both inside and outside the building. The neo-Gothic structure had been deteriorating for decades while caught up in lengthy court disputes and protracted public procurement processes. The reconstruction project began in 2024, marking a significant milestone for the preservation of this exceptional architectural heritage site in the Bratislava region.

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Bratislava

Historic Malina Park Restoration Continues with New Walkways and Infrastructure

The historic park in Malina, designated as a national cultural monument, is undergoing comprehensive revitalization. The Bratislava Region is gradually restoring walkways, technical infrastructure and greenery in the park to create a safe, high-quality recreational space. The restoration project represents ongoing efforts to preserve and modernize one of the region's significant cultural heritage sites while improving public amenities for visitors.

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Bratislava

Highway Authority Advises Drivers to Allow Extra Time Due to Bratislava Closure

Slovakia's highway authority is recommending drivers allow additional travel time as construction work on the D1 highway near Bratislava continues for a second day. The ongoing roadwork is causing traffic disruptions in the capital region, prompting officials to advise motorists to plan for delays when traveling through the area.

SME
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Bratislava

Highway Closure Near Bratislava Creates Traffic Complications for Drivers

Police have altered traffic organization and redirected drivers to alternative routes following a closure of the D1 highway before Bratislava. The closure has created significant traffic complications for motorists in the area, forcing authorities to implement detour measures to manage the disrupted flow of vehicles on one of Slovakia's main transportation arteries.

Aktuality
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Bratislava

Police Seek Public Help to Identify Bicycle Thief in Bratislava

Police in Bratislava are investigating a bicycle theft and have issued a public appeal to help identify the unknown perpetrator. The Slovak news agency TASR reported that authorities are seeking information from the public about the suspect, whose identity remains unknown. While bicycle theft is a common urban crime, Slovak police routinely use public appeals when they have evidence such as security camera footage or witness descriptions that could help identify suspects.

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