Things to do and tourist attractions in Detva and surroundings
Podpolianske Museum
Museums and history
Podpolianske Museum in Detva is located in the historical part of the city in the building of the former Municipal Office. The museum is one of the youngest Detvian cultu...
Detva
Arteska House of Art
Museums and history
Arteska House of Art in the town of Detva is a private cultural center of modern visual arts providing space for students and non-professional artists to present their wo...
Detva
Swimming Pool in Detva
Lakes and pools
The summer swimming pool in Detva is located next to the famous Folklore Festival below Poľana Hill. Although the swimming pool is smaller, it has a lot to offer.
There ...
Detva
Quarry beneath Ježová Hill
Other attractions
The area of the former stone quarry below the Ježová Hillis a nice sight-seeing place and also a very popular place of rest for the residents of the town of Detva. It is ...
Detva
Melich's Rock
Hiking
The distinctive village of Detva is guarded on the south side by massive rock - Melich's Rock, which is part of the high and wild Poľana.
Melich's Rock is a 30 m high ro...
Detva
Kalamárka
Other attractions
Kalamárka is a natural site in the foothills of Poľana near Detva. What will enchant you in this area for sure is the extremely rugged relief that has long been a traditi...
Detva
7.9 km
Summer swimming bath Hriňová
Lakes and pools
Summer swimming pool in Hriňová, offers 3 new pools - 25 meters swimming pool, relaxation pool and pool for children. It was completed in 2021 on the site of the original...
Hriňová
8.1 km
Waterfall of Bystré
Waterfalls
National Natural Monument Waterfall of Bystré is located on the southern slopes of Poľana, about 8 km north of Hriňová. It can boast of its 23-meter height, making it one...
Hriňová
8.3 km
Ski center Košútka
Skiing
Ski Center Košútka is a ski resort right in the heart of Podpoľanie. It is part of the year-round recreation center Park Košútka. Ski Center Košútka is ideal for beginner...
Hriňová
8.8 km
Vígľaš Chataeu
Castles, chateaus, mansions
The dominant feature of the village of Vígľaš is the majestic cheateau situated on a small flat outcropping of the Javorie Hill. Originally, it was a Gothic castle, which...
Vígľaš
9.0 km
Historic train in Vígľaš
Technical monuments
The village of Vígľaš lies in the valley of the river Slatina in Zvolen basin 14 km east of Zvolen. The ruins of the Vígľaš Chateau rise on the left bank of Slatina, dire...
Vígľaš
9.7 km
Detvianska Poľana
Hiking
The Poľana protected landscape area is included in the UNESCO list. Its area is 20 360 ha. The Poľana mountain range is our highest volcanic mountain range and its peak o...
Hriňová
10.5 km
Budiná Rock - 765 m asl
Hiking
The village of Budiná and its surrounding forests are a place that is extremely rich in natural beauty and creations. It is also due to its volcanic origin and the gradu...
Budiná
10.5 km
Poľana - Kyslinky
Hiking
Poľana is one of the most precious complexes in Slovakia. The difficult availability of its territory and its specific location also contributed to this.
Most of the te...
Strelníky
10.6 km
Jánošíková skrýša Cave
Caves
An interesting natural creation near the village Budiná is a picturesque andesite cave called Jánošíková skrýša (Janošík's hideaway) or Janošík's room. This characteristi...
Budiná
11.3 km
Wandering "Bátovský" boulder
Hiking
Even today, the nature around Zvolen shows its magical power and mightiness to all tourists. You can find natural wonders near the village of Hrochoť. One of its breathta...
Hrochoť
11.7 km
Tandem parachute jump
Adrenaline activities
A parachute jump from a height of 4km is an experience that you will not forget easily. During the jump you will be tied to an experienced parachutist instructor who will...
Očová
11.8 km
Ján Kulich Gallery
Museums and history
Modern two-storey gallery with spacious garden presents the work of national artist Ján Kulich. The exposition of his works is changed every year in individual thematic c...
Zvolenská Slatina
11.9 km
Haferník Ranch
Horses, riding
The Haferník Ranch is located in the lap of the beautiful nature of the Slovak Ore Mountains, where you can relax while wandering, riding horses and getting to know the n...
Detvianska Huta
12.0 km
Cycling trail around Poľana Hill
Hiking
Lovers of cycling, especially mountain biking, should visit the beautiful Poľana. Poľana is rich not only on hiking trails, but also on a varied tangle of cycle paths.
F...
Hrochoť
15.0 km
Divín Castle
Castle ruins
The ruins of the Gothic Castle of Divín are located directly in the village of Divín.
Divín Castle was built in the 13th century. In the 16th century, the castle was sei...
Divín
15.0 km
Divín Mansion
Castles, chateaus, mansions
In the refurbished premises of the Zichy's Mansion in Divín, there is the Divín History Museum. In its expositions you will see an overview of the history, nature and oth...
Divín
15.3 km
Bralce Hill - 817 m asl
Hiking
Bralce Hill is a locally known tourist destination. It is located in the volcanic mountain range Ostrôžky in Central Slovakia, which is rich in the remains of volcanic ac...
Tuhár
15.9 km
Látky Kočanda Ski Resort
Skiing
Látky Kočanda Ski Resort is suitable especially for family skiing, undemanding and moderate skiers.
The spacious, artificial snow slope is approximately 500 meters long ...
Látky
16.5 km
Hillfort at Kláštor
Hiking
Do you know where the mysterious Celtic fort is located? It is a hillfort at Kláštor, remains of which are a silent witness of the ancient life of the Celts on the wester...
Poniky
16.6 km
Ružiná Dam
Lakes and pools
One of the many water reservoirs in Slovakia is the Ružiná water reservoir located in the patulous arms of the Lučenec Basin.
The Ružiná reservoir is named after the vil...
Ružiná
17.0 km
Church of St. Martin
Sacral monuments
The dominating feature of the village of Čerín is the early-Gothic church of St. Martin from the beginning of the 14th century. It is one of the most precious monuments i...
Čerín
17.4 km
Ľubietovský Vepor - 1277 m asl
Hiking
The immediate surroundings of the beautiful village of Ľubietová abound in several breathtaking natural sights. One of them is Ľubietovský Vepor, which is a landmark offe...
Ľubietová
17.4 km
Horse Riding in Ružiná
Horses, riding
Agrotourism facility of family character in Ružiná is a great place for families with children, but also for people who love horses, nature and especially peace and quiet...
Ružiná
17.7 km
Hillfort at Strieborná
Hiking
The hilffort at Strieborná near Cinobaňa is a rare archaeological site from the era of Kyjatice culture. It is a complex of a fortified settlement, a burial site, as well...
Cinobaňa
