Decs offers several ways to explore local culture. At the Babamúzeum, more than 100 dolls in folk costumes depict the everyday lives and celebrations of former residents—from birth to death. Other highlights include crafts available on request, festive traditions that take place periodically, and the Cserenci Hunting Lodge with its wildlife park in the outlying area. When planning your trip, it helps to distinguish between the exhibits, activities that require a prior request, and events that take place at different intervals.

Culture, everyday life, wildlife and remembrance

At the Babamúzeum, more than 100 dolls dressed in folk costumes depict the everyday lives and celebrations of former residents—from birth to death. The connection between everyday life and festive occasions gives the exhibition a thread that runs through the stages of life; the costumes visibly link these scenes together.

The Cserenci Hunting Lodge and wildlife park are in the outlying area of Decs. They showcase local wildlife as well as hunting and fishing relics. Visits are possible by prior arrangement.

The Ete Memorial is also in the outlying area of Decs. It was erected for the Millennium at the initiative of the five Sárköz communities. Its origins reflect a joint initiative, while its location in the outlying area connects it to Decs.

Crafts and recurring events

In Decs, bead stringing, basket weaving, loom weaving, bead weaving, yarn crafts and Körmöcskézés are available on request. These activities cover a range of different craft techniques. If you are interested, make sure to arrange your request in advance.

Folk music and dance programmes with refreshments are occasionally offered for tourist groups. These are intended for groups, not as regularly scheduled public events.

The Sárközi Lakodalom returns to Decs regularly, but only at intervals. A harvest procession and a ball based on winegrowing traditions also take place periodically. If one of these festivals is a deciding factor in your trip, check the specific dates in advance.

More to explore in the wider destination of Tolna

The wider destination of Tolna offers more cultural and natural attractions. In Szekszárd, the Babits Mihály Memorial House is housed in the more than 200-year-old Kelemen House and serves as a literary memorial. Also in Szekszárd, the Wosinsky Mór Museum is open to visitors every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Mondays. Opening hours may differ on public holidays, so check them before your visit.

The Pacsmag Lakes are an important Hungarian habitat for the strictly protected ferruginous duck. This adds a natural landscape to the cultural attractions. The Tamási Thermal Bath offers a sauna area, leisure pools and thermal water. Facilities and opening arrangements may change, so check the details before visiting. The region’s cultural heritage also includes Pipo Castle, built by Filippo Scolari, who came from Florence.

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