SLOVAKIA

Useful posts about the top attractions, cities, and programs in Slovakia. Focusing on nature, castles, gorges, waterfalls, etc. with hiking & biking routes.

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Bojnice Castle 2023 - Opening hours, history, admissions...

May 14th, 2022

Bojnice Castle is one of the oldest and most important monuments in Slovakia - and one of the most visited castles. It stands on a hill above the city on the right side of the Nitra River - next to an artificial moat. It is one of the main estate centres of the noble Pálffy family. It was part of the medieval Hungarian border castle chain, and later the defence line of 30 castles to Trenčín. This line was controlled by Bratislava during the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy. Overview Bojnice Cast

Dobsina Ice Cave Guide - Opening hours, parking, formation

March 7th, 2022

If you visit the Slovak Paradise, you can not miss one of the most interesting sights in the area, the Dobšiná Ice Cave. The magnificent ice cave is not only famous all over Slovakia. In terms of depth and length, the cave is considered one of the largest ice caves in Europe. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. It's not just its size that makes it special. The ice walls here reach - or even exceed - 26 meters thick in some places! ?The ice cave is called Dobšinská ľadová

Great Fatra National Park Guide (Veľká Fatra) - with maps

February 11th, 2022

The Great Fatra is a true hiking gem in the Carpathians. It is one of the most popular national parks in Slovakia. It is the highest mountain range closest to Bratislava. But not only the height attracts tourists, but also the depth. The park is also rich in valleys, canyons, and gorges. In addition to natural resources, castles and ruins await us - for example, the ruins of Blatnica Castle. The park has enjoyed the status of a national park since 2002. Its surface is covered with vast, untouch

Slovakia National Parks Guide 2023

February 7th, 2022

Slovakia has a total of 9 national parks. In our current article, we present these protected areas. We will visit famous parks such as the Slovak Paradise or the Tatra National Park, but also immerse ourselves in lesser-known regions such as the Poloniny or Polanyiná National Park on the Polish border. At your request, we will continue to present the national parks of European countries. After Austria and Romania, let's get to know the Slovak territories. The area of Slovakia in the northern pa

Banska Bystrica, Slovakia Guide - Top 13 Attractions

February 4th, 2022

Banská Bystrica is one of the most beautiful settlements in Slovakia at the foot of the Low Tatras and the Great Fatra. The city is the center of the district and district of the same name - as well as the center of Central Slovakia. Banska Bystrica was once a mining town, and today tourism is one of the city's main sources of revenue. The city is located in one of the bends of the 290 km long river Garam (a tributary of the Danube). It is named after the Banská Bystrica stream - which was buil

Slovak Paradise 2023 - Maps, gorges, hiking trails ...

January 25th, 2022

The Slovak Paradise is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and romantic gorges in Europe and even one of the most popular among European tourists. If you have outgrown the Austrian or Slovenian gorges, do not hesitate to visit Slovakia's number one hiking destination. An unforgettable experience, a real adventure awaits you that you will not easily forget. Steep rock walls, breathtaking waterfalls, the depths of dark, mysterious forests, caves, sunny, colourful meadows, a world of wonders, a

Banska Stiavnica - Top 13 Attractions

November 13th, 2020

One of the most popular destinations among Upland hikers and city tourists is the Slovak Banska Stiavnica. The town, built on a hillside has a special atmosphere, which is why you should visit it at least once! The city has played an important role in the economy for centuries. At first, it was due to mining works, now its tourism structure has been built and it awaits visitors all year round. The cauldron, stretching between 900 and 1000 meters high in the Selmec Mountains, hides a fantastic s

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