September 12th, 2022
Another gem in the line of Slovak castles is the Devínsky hrad near the Slovak-Austrian border. The castle, which can only be seen in ruins today, is visited every year by many from Austria, Hungary and, of course, Slovakia. Only 20 minutes from Bratislava, the former fortress offers a real one-day program for everyone. Although the Bratislava Castle was rebuilt, the Devin Castle was left out of the list of castles to be renovated and is still not in very good condition today. Nevertheless, the
September 9th, 2022
The 85-hectare Volčji Potok Arboretum was opened to visitors in 1952. It is the most visited botanical garden in Slovenia [https://trekhunt.com/en/slovenia] and has become known for its spring flower shows in recent years. The arboretum is primarily a botanical garden of woody plants, making it the only one in the country. It was originally part of the Souvan family estate in 1885, which was taken over by the University of Ljubljana in 1952 and declared cultural and natural heritage of national
September 5th, 2022
You will find Bad Gastein in the Hohe Tauern National Park, south of Salzburg. The Austrian spa and ski paradise is a gem in all seasons. Built on a steep, forest-covered slope, the town is between the Grossglockner and the Ankogel mountains. One of the most beautiful cities in the Austrian Alps. It is home to 4,000 people who mainly sustain themselves from tourism. The name "Bad" means "spa," which reflects the history of the city's spa. The local Heilstollen (literally “healing tunnel”) owes
September 2nd, 2022
Ptuj is the oldest city in Slovenia, which plays a unique role in the country's tourism due to its festivals. These festive events pay tribute to the city's remarkable cultural and historical heritage. The town's history is also tangible in the form of numerous monuments. The city is located in the eastern part of the country, on the banks of the River Drava, and is the most visited by tourists from Ljubljana. Travellers will come here like a traditional small Slovenian town, but they will be p
August 26th, 2022
The charming Hallstatt is Austria's most visited village. The village on the shores of Lake Hallstattersee attracts many tourists every year. Some come here to relax, some to hike in the area. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997 as part of the Hallstatt-Dachstein cultural landscape. As mountains cross the Hallstatt area, only a small area could be used to build houses. Squeezed between the lake and the mountain, you will find lovely Austrian buildings of different colours.
August 22nd, 2022
Czech Paradise is a rock city, a labyrinth, and an area with a rich historical past. An earthly wonder where rocks formed from sand attract thousands of tourists annually. It is undoubtedly the most beautiful hiking and hiking location in the Czech Republic. High rock walls will trap you anywhere you go. Sometimes, your way will be blocked in the rock labyrinth, forcing you to find new trails and discover more of the area. The Czechs want to preserve the world-famous stone wonders for posterity
August 19th, 2022
One of the best attractions in the Slovak Karst National Park is the romantic Zadielska gorge (Zádielska tiesňava). Due to its size, the gorge is even called the Slovak Grand Canyon, where you will find an educational trail with the same name. The 3 km long valley is surrounded by 250 m high rock walls. The loop trail is comfortable and not difficult to finish. You can even go with children. Calculate 4 hours (9.2 km) for the program. You follow the comfortable, educational trail path bet
August 12th, 2022
The second-largest city in Slovakia, the southeastern centre of the country, is Košice. The city along the Hornad River has a rich history and cultural heritage. It has many attractions, most in the historic city centre. Not far from Košice, you can discover several natural values. The Slovak name of the town with an area of 242,768 km² is Košice. Its population is almost 240,000; only Bratislava has bigger numbers. Overview Kosice Details Country Slovakia Location Eastern C
August 8th, 2022
Smolenice Castle is located in the Little Carpathians, Slovakia, less than 1 hour from Bratislava. Considered the most romantic castle in the Slovak Highlands, the building was built in the 15th century above the agricultural village of Smolenice. You can only visit the castle on a guided tour. Afterwards, you can go to the English Garden or take a walk in the picturesque countryside surrounding the castle. ?Tip: There are several forts and castles in the area, the most famous of which is perh
August 5th, 2022
Where Italy meets Slovenia and Austria, we find the most beautiful lakes in the country, the Fusine Lakes. The two lakes are Lago di Fusine Superiore and Lago di Fusine Inferiore. These two greenish-blue wonders are one the most iconic places ins the Alps. Plenty of people "camp out" around the lake all day. Families are having picnics, while the “tougher ones” go hiking in the area - as the starting point for many hiking trails is around the two lakes. The popularity of the lakes is also bec
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