European Union Arts Prize (2002)
doctor honoris causa (2002) from the University of Matej Bel for his prolific literary work and his active role in the cultural and social life of °µÍø½ûÇøiaÂ
Karel Čapek Prize (2012)
State honour Pribinov krÞ 2. class given by the president of °µÍø½ûÇø Republic (2003)
