In many regions of Europe, the sharp decline in membership within the Catholic, Lutheran, and Reformed Churches has led to many young people reaching adulthood without a formal coming-of-age ceremony, as they no longer undergo Confirmation. Rituals are important, as they provide structure and stability along life's path. In the 19th century, a new secular coming-of-age ceremony, known as ''Jugendweihe'' or ''Humanist Confirmation'', emerged within the then-existing German Con

The Archduke warmly welcomes you to the Free City of Panagua, the capital of the Parliamentary Monarchy of Duckionary! Panagua is located at Pocket 1 on the Croatian-Serbian border near the towns of Batina and Apatin. The Free Republic of Liberland, the Free Republic of Verdis and the Federated States of Gapla are located just a few kilometers south of Panagua. Panagua already has a thriving adventure tourism industry. Hikers and recreational fishermen regularly visit the cap

On 30 May 2026, Užupis University and the Paweł Brzostowski University of Applied Sciences established a joint campus. Initially virtual, a physical campus is also planned for the long term. Through this joint campus - named the Čepaitis International Campus for Applied Sciences - both academic institutions will coordinate their joint projects, activities, and study programs without relinquishing their independence. Čepaitis International Campus for Applied Sciences is coordi

Taking on an active voluntary role within the state administration of the Parliamentary Monarchy of Duckionary is worthwhile in many respects. One becomes part of a historic nation-building project. Just as the companions of Romulus once had the privilege of participating in the founding of a small village named Rome, the companions of Archduke Arthur now have the privilege of participating in the founding of Panagua. And just as for a long time no one could credibly predict

There are currently no official diplomatic relations between the Republic of Austria and the Parliamentary Monarchy of Duckionary. Nonetheless there is a complex relationship between the two entities. As an Austrian-based micronation, the Parliamentary Monarchy of Duckionary unconditionally recognizes the territorial integrety and sovereignity of the Republic of Austria. All Duckonian territories on Austrian territory shall be considered as ceremonial territory under full Aus

Get married under the Archduke's auspices! The Parliamentary Monarchy of Duckionary wants to offer civil weddings as well. However, it's still a bit too early for that. Help develop Duckionary, help us make Panagua a "Singapore on the Danube," and that will soon be possible. But we are happy and proud to already be able to offer something for couples getting married: We offer a digital wedding ceremony. Following the wedding ceremony, which is performed by an ordained ministe

Bureaucracy. Sometimes it's useful, for example, when it comes to regulations designed to protect the environment or ensure citizen safety. Often, however, bureaucracy is unnecessary, complicated, intrusive, a tool of harassment, and a gateway for corruption. Micronations have often criticized bureaucracy, such as the Republic of Kugelmugel or the Royal Republic of Ladonia. We, as the Parliamentary Monarchy of Duckionary, also criticize bureaucracy. We believe that a state ex

On the afternoon of 22 November 2025, Archduke Arthur of Duckionary and Countess Katrin of Aranthia met a superstar well-known to everyone in the micronational community and beyond during a friendly match between the Sealand Seahawks and two professional Czech teams (including one from the second division of American football) in Brno, Czechia. It was none other than Prince Michael of Sealand, who had come to Brno with his wife, Princess Mei, and his younger son, Prince Liam,

Departure for the disputed border region on the Danube After the territory of Panagua had already been claimed by Duckionary in 2021, the planning of a first expedition to the Balkans began at the end of 2024. After many months of preparation, President Zar Antonov and Consul Spiekermann arrived in Duckionary on 12 August 2025 to meet Archduke Arthur. Following a full day of cultural events and a barbecue, the three set off in the early hours of 14 August 2025 to the railway

The Kingdom of Romkerhall was the venue for the fourth Micro Euro Summit from 01-03 August 2025. Forty-one people, nineteen micronations, and three days full of royal flair, diplomacy, and friendly activities made up this first micronational summit in Germany. But first, a bit of background. In 2024, Zar Antonov and Arthur de Tourneau approached the MicroCon EU Committee to seek support for this summit in Romkerhall. Founded in 2023, this committee consists of Nicholas van Fl

We, Archduke Arthur I of Duckionary, support and recommend a plant-based vegetarian diet. There are many good reasons to abstain from consuming foods that are produced through the killing of animals: 1. Health Aspects: The consumption of meat and fish significantly increases the risk of developing cancer, coronary heart disease, stroke, gout, rheumatism, osteoporosis, and other so-called “lifestyle diseases.” This has been proven multiple times, most notably and comprehensive

Starting on 01 March 2025, the Greek micronation "Kingdom of Arkaland" will gain the status of a protectorate of Duckionary. The Kingdom of Arkaland is a micronation located in Rethymno (Crete) which emerged from the former "Independent Nation of Rethymno" and is currently ruled as a monarchy with a king, a vice-king and a parliament of five lords. It maintains diplomatic relations with several other micronations and is a member of the League of Hellenistic Micronations. The

A delegation of Duckionary travelled to the micronation of Noseland to attend the birthday celebration of King Bruno of Noseland, which took place on 13 September 2024 at the Noseland Gallery (Schöftland, Switzerland) and was attended by around 25 guests. In the afternoon, the Minister for Sweat Lodges, Foreign Minister Anette de Tourneau, Archduke Arthur and two other Noselanders walked up to the actual territory of this micronation founded in 2009, where official photos wer

The annual state visit of Obscurium to Duckionary was held from 24 - 31 July 2024 in the Archduchy of Duckionary by President Zar Antonov. The program of the week-long top Level intermicronational visit was filled with expeditions, outings and a plethora of other events (partly) related to micronationalism. On the 26 July 2024 the traditional Duckionary summer party was held in the archducal garden which is normally not open for the public. 22 people took part in the event wh

The MES took place from 19-21 July 2024 for the last time in Chyše, as the 2025 edition will take place in the Kingdom of Romkerhall. As all good things come in threes, so was there the need to end the first chapter of MES history with another summit in the place where it all began. It was here that, three years ago, the question of whether it is feasible to organize a micronational summit on a budget and in Europe, and without prior experience, was answered. Answered with a

The official trip began on 23 March 2024 in the Kingdom of Romkerhall, which is located in the municipality-free area not far from the German metropolis of Hanover. The three organisers of the Micro Euro Summit, Zar Antonov of Obscurium, Privy Councillor Olsen of Obscurium and Archduke Arthur of Duckionary, were given a brief tour of the estate and took many pictures at the waterfall, in front of the building and in the magnificent rooms. The three gentlemen rounded off the e

On 06 January 2024, ten representatives from six micronations, along with two guests, convened for a diplomatic meeting in the German capital. The event kicked off with a lunch at the "Taverna Apollon" restaurant, fostering discussions, the exchange of gifts, and the awarding of medals. Following the meal, the participants proceeded to the nearby Ernst Thälmann memorial for a photo session. During this time, Obscurium and Duckionary signed the Ernst Thälmann Currency Charter

On 06 December 2023, Arthur de Tourneau of Duckionary and Consul Spiekermann, the co-founder of Ethos Island , who intend to establish a city-state at sea (Seastead) in international waters within the next few years, signed an agreement on the foundation of the Duckonian Union on 1 January 2024. The Duckonian Union is not an inter-micronational organisation, but a confederation of states designed more along the lines of a confederation. Extract from the founding treaty, which

In the summer of 2023, six important diplomatic activities took place in which Duckionary participated. In this post, we take a look at these events, which took place from July to September 2023 in Austria, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Belgium. 1) Micro Euro Summit 2023 in Chyše (Czech Republic) from 14-16 July 2023. 2) Diplomatic Meeting with President Antonov of Obscurium in Vienna (Austria) on 28 July 2023 3) MicroCon EU 2023 in Ypres (Belgium) from 11-13 August 2023 4

Two delegates from Duckionary, the Archduke and the Foreign Minister, took part in the first European MicroCon in Ypres, Belgium. The conference took place from 11 to 13 August 2023 and was hosted by the Royal Republic of Ladonia together with the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis. A total of 66 participants were present, representing 23 micronations. Photographers, filmmakers and two academic observers from universities also attended the event. For Duckionary the gathering in Ypres