Do you travel hundreds of kilometers to unwind every year?
Now it isn’t necessary! You can enjoy an unforgettable holiday in Slovakia too. Our country offers many tourist attractions, picturesque nature, and magical nooks. So take your backpack and set off on a real Slovak adventure.
Seeking Adventure
Whether by train, car or hitchhiking, criss-cross Slovakia and enjoy its authenticity to the fullest during this summer. Instead of a comfortable hotel, enjoy the countryside in a tent surrounded by pure nature, or book a cottage that will be hidden deep in the woods. Turn off all modern devices and listen to the birds singing, bathe in a cold stream and sing your favorite songs at the evening bonfire. We guarantee that you will never forget such a summer.
The Beauty of Unspoiled Nature
Slovakia boasts beautiful nature, majestic mountains, but also many national parks. No wonder foreign visitors are happy to return to our country. Although we do not have the sea, the view from the ridges of the High Tatras is an unforgettable experience. Every year during the summer and winter seasons, Štrbské Pleso is packed with tourists, and other spots in Tatras are no different. Another popular place for relaxation and hiking is in Slovak Paradise. Straits, canyons or waterfalls, the picturesque nature in this national park will enchant everyone. If you visit it, do not miss the rocky outcrop – Tomášovský Pohled, overlooking the beautiful gorge – Biely Potok. Cycling lovers will enjoy Slovakia too. There are dozens of cycle paths with different difficulty levels. Get on your bike, step on the pedals, and enjoy the beautiful panoramas.
Land of Castles and Chateaux
Slovak castles and chateaux belong to the most beautiful in Europe. You can find them in almost every corner, many of them are emblazoned by fables or mysterious stories. Whether it is Spiš Castle, Bojnice Castle, or Betliar, stroll around places where history meets breathtaking architecture. Romantic parks with ponds or fountains will take you back to a time when court ladies used to go for a walk carefree while their husbands fought in wars. When wandering through history head to the beautiful historical cities of Košice, Levoča, but also the capital itself, Bratislava. You will find many interesting attractions, beautiful buildings, parks or churches.
The Real Summer Refreshment
Do you need to cool down? Unbearable summer heat invites you to get refreshed. Plenty of Slovak aqua parks, swimming pools, and natural water reservoirs are luring you to jump in. Water slides and water attractions are a magnet that will draw in not only the youngest visitors. You can also find a cool summer shelter in one of the abundant Slovak caves. The most famous ones are the Ochtinská aragonite cave and the Demänovská ice cave. Remarkable underground spaces and rock formations, created by the hands of nature are a real gem of our landscape.
Although Slovakia is a small country, there is still something to discover. Impressive mountains, historic towns, or beautiful nature are a great reason to stay in Slovakia this summer. Even at home, you can experience a holiday that you will remember for a long time.
Text: Michaela Miňová, photo: unsplash.com, pixabay.com
