One of the most important contemporary glass artists in Europe, and the whole world, gives you a glimpse into his glasshouse in Kunratice near Cvikov, which used to be an old machine and tractor station. The glassworks opened in 2015 and is located right next to the local church. However, the story of Pačinek brand started much sooner, specifically in the 90s, when Jiří Pačinek, newly trained at glass school in Nový Bor, came to the glassworks Chřibská. The glassworks Chřipská dates back to the year 1414, and it is the oldest in the world. Here, Jiří mastered the technique of blown glass processing, and then worked in the glassworks Ajeto Lindava as a master, together with Petr Novotný, architect Bořek Šípek and his co-workers. He helped to establish the glassworks in 1994. Here, he could work with the greatest artists, architects and designers of the generation. This all inspired him to come up with his own art brand Pačinek Glass, which is currently an important player on the world glass scene.

One part of the complex in Kunratice near Cvikov is the traditional glassworks where visitors can observe, from a very close distance, masters producing hand-made glass products.  Visitors can try it themselves. There is also a cutting shop where products are processed using traditional methods. Last but not least, there is a sales gallery of modern glass and very unique Crystal Garden.
You can admire the work of our glassmakers on weekdays and during opening hours. The garden is accessible at any time - day or night (it is illuminated), and throughout the whole year. It offers a beautiful and unique view of both real and glass flowers, which blend in a very special way.