Welcome to Ostrava
"The Iron Heart of the Czechs"
Welcome to Ostrava, the bold and surprising heart of Czech Republic’s northeast, a city where industrial heritage has been reborn into a playground of culture, music, and unforgettable experiences. Once famed for coal and steel, Ostrava today dazzles visitors with its raw charm, creative energy, and refreshingly authentic atmosphere.
At the city’s core lies a unique fusion of past and present, where historic industrial complexes transform into vibrant cultural spaces. Explore the iconic Lower Vítkovice area, a former ironworks turned cultural landmark, where towering blast furnaces frame concert halls, galleries, cafés, and panoramic viewpoints offering sweeping views of the city. This striking landscape tells a powerful story of reinvention and innovation.
Ostrava is also a city that knows how to celebrate. Music lovers from across Europe flock here for legendary festivals like Colours of Ostrava, which fills the city with global sounds, electrifying performances, and a one-of-a-kind atmosphere set against an industrial backdrop. By night, Stodolní Street comes alive, packed with bars, clubs, and live music venues that make Ostrava one of the liveliest nightlife destinations in the country.
Nature is never far away, adding another layer to the city’s appeal. Just beyond the urban buzz, lush parks, forests, and nearby mountain ranges invite you to slow down and explore. Whether hiking in the Beskydy Mountains, cycling along scenic trails, or relaxing by quiet lakes, Ostrava offers easy access to outdoor adventures that perfectly balance its urban edge.
Food and drink are an essential part of the experience, with hearty local cuisine, modern Czech gastronomy, and a growing craft beer scene waiting to be discovered. Friendly locals, affordable prices, and an unpretentious vibe make every visit feel relaxed and genuine.
Whether you’re drawn by music, architecture, history, or the thrill of discovering a city that defies expectations, Ostrava invites you to see Czech Republic from a different angle. Come curious, leave inspired, and discover a destination that is proud of its past, confident in its present, and full of exciting surprises. Welcome to Ostrava.
At the city’s core lies a unique fusion of past and present, where historic industrial complexes transform into vibrant cultural spaces. Explore the iconic Lower Vítkovice area, a former ironworks turned cultural landmark, where towering blast furnaces frame concert halls, galleries, cafés, and panoramic viewpoints offering sweeping views of the city. This striking landscape tells a powerful story of reinvention and innovation.
Ostrava is also a city that knows how to celebrate. Music lovers from across Europe flock here for legendary festivals like Colours of Ostrava, which fills the city with global sounds, electrifying performances, and a one-of-a-kind atmosphere set against an industrial backdrop. By night, Stodolní Street comes alive, packed with bars, clubs, and live music venues that make Ostrava one of the liveliest nightlife destinations in the country.
Nature is never far away, adding another layer to the city’s appeal. Just beyond the urban buzz, lush parks, forests, and nearby mountain ranges invite you to slow down and explore. Whether hiking in the Beskydy Mountains, cycling along scenic trails, or relaxing by quiet lakes, Ostrava offers easy access to outdoor adventures that perfectly balance its urban edge.
Food and drink are an essential part of the experience, with hearty local cuisine, modern Czech gastronomy, and a growing craft beer scene waiting to be discovered. Friendly locals, affordable prices, and an unpretentious vibe make every visit feel relaxed and genuine.
Whether you’re drawn by music, architecture, history, or the thrill of discovering a city that defies expectations, Ostrava invites you to see Czech Republic from a different angle. Come curious, leave inspired, and discover a destination that is proud of its past, confident in its present, and full of exciting surprises. Welcome to Ostrava.
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9 Highlights
- The Lower Vítkovice industrial area, a former coal mine and steelworks transformed into a cultural complex, is Ostrava’s signature landmark, with towering blast furnaces, elevated walkways, museums, and the Bolt Tower offering panoramic city views
- The Landek Park Mining Museum, set at the historic Anselm Mine, presents underground mine tours and exhibits that explain the coal industry which shaped Ostrava and the wider region
- The Stodolní Street, famous across the Czech Republic for its nightlife, is a dense strip of bars, clubs, and music venues that defines the city’s contemporary urban culture
- The New City Hall Observation Tower, the tallest town hall tower in the country, provides sweeping views over Ostrava, the Beskydy Mountains, and even into Poland on clear days
- The Ostrava Zoo and Botanical Park, one of the largest zoos in Central Europe, combines spacious natural enclosures with landscaped botanical areas
- The Beskydy Mountains, just south of the city, offer forested ridges, traditional mountain villages, and hiking trails with wide views across Moravia and Slovakia
- The Štramberk old town, a short drive from Ostrava, is a picturesque Moravian town with wooden houses, narrow streets, and the Trúba tower rising above red-tiled roofs
- The Hukvaldy Castle ruins, perched on a wooded hill near the Beskydy foothills, are among the largest castle ruins in the Czech Republic and the birthplace of composer Leoš Janáček
- The Pustevny mountain resort, known for its colorful Art Nouveau-style buildings, serves as a gateway to the Radhošť ridge and some of the most scenic hiking routes in the region
Host City / Ostrava, Czech Republic
Venue / Ostravar Arena
Host / Lucie Bila and Aiko
Venue / Ostravar Arena
Host / Lucie Bila and Aiko
Good evening and welcome to Ostrava!
We are gathered here to find the best song in Global Music 2025!
Last year, Aiko and Teya won the Super Final for Czech Republic, which is why we are here this year.
This year, the Super Final will follow the same format as last year.
It will consist of a total of 7 rounds of voting. In each round the competing songs will face off in duels, with the winner advancing to the next round.
The 7 rounds of the Super Final are:
ROUND 1:
All countries who did not win a medal this year and has participated in at least 3 editions and qualified for at least one final will be represented by their best placed song in 2025. 25 countries have qualified based on these terms, so Uganda has been added as the best placed country not fulfilling the requirements. The winner of each duel plus one wild card will proceed to Round 2. In case of a tie in a duel, the manager selects the winner.
ROUND 2:
The songs qualified from Round 1 will be joined by the Silver and Bronze Medallists from all 11 editions of Global Music in 2025. Again the songs will go head to head in duels with one song from each duel moving on. This means that 19 songs will progress to Round 3.
ROUND 3:
The 19 qualifiers from Round 2 will join the 11 champions of 2025, so 30 songs will be competing in 15 duels with the winners plus one wild card moving on.
ROUND 4:
16 songs now becomes 8.
ROUND 5 - THE QUARTER FINALS:
8 songs in 4 duels.
ROUND 6 - THE SEMI FINALS:
4 songs in 2 duels
ROUND 7 - THE GRAND FINAL:
2 songs remain.
This night we will crown another Super Champion.
It's up to you to decide who will win!
You can vote for any of the songs below, even if you yourself submitted it to the contest.
There are thus no excuses for not actively taking part in finding
THE BEST SONG IN GLOBAL MUSIC IN 2025!!!
We are gathered here to find the best song in Global Music 2025!
Last year, Aiko and Teya won the Super Final for Czech Republic, which is why we are here this year.
This year, the Super Final will follow the same format as last year.
It will consist of a total of 7 rounds of voting. In each round the competing songs will face off in duels, with the winner advancing to the next round.
The 7 rounds of the Super Final are:
ROUND 1:
All countries who did not win a medal this year and has participated in at least 3 editions and qualified for at least one final will be represented by their best placed song in 2025. 25 countries have qualified based on these terms, so Uganda has been added as the best placed country not fulfilling the requirements. The winner of each duel plus one wild card will proceed to Round 2. In case of a tie in a duel, the manager selects the winner.
ROUND 2:
The songs qualified from Round 1 will be joined by the Silver and Bronze Medallists from all 11 editions of Global Music in 2025. Again the songs will go head to head in duels with one song from each duel moving on. This means that 19 songs will progress to Round 3.
ROUND 3:
The 19 qualifiers from Round 2 will join the 11 champions of 2025, so 30 songs will be competing in 15 duels with the winners plus one wild card moving on.
ROUND 4:
16 songs now becomes 8.
ROUND 5 - THE QUARTER FINALS:
8 songs in 4 duels.
ROUND 6 - THE SEMI FINALS:
4 songs in 2 duels
ROUND 7 - THE GRAND FINAL:
2 songs remain.
This night we will crown another Super Champion.
It's up to you to decide who will win!
You can vote for any of the songs below, even if you yourself submitted it to the contest.
There are thus no excuses for not actively taking part in finding
THE BEST SONG IN GLOBAL MUSIC IN 2025!!!
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VotingIn each round:
Simply vote for your favourite song in each duel Voting Form NOTE that you can vote for a song that you yourself originally entered! Do, however, play fair and only vote for your own song, if you truly think that it deserves it. Thank you! |
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