Things to do and tourist attractions in Považská Bystrica and surroundings

The ruins of the Považský Castle rise on a steep rock on the right bank of the Váh River above the center of Považská Bystrica.

The Považský Castle was also called Bystr...

The massive Súľov reefs became the property of kings and noble nobility. In the 15th century, the Súľov Castle was built between the three massive rock formations. As per...

We are a civic association dedicated to breeding horses and other farm animals. Visit us and enjoy a unique experience in a horse saddle in the beautiful nature of the St...

Pilgrimage place Butkov in district Ilava is unique in Slovakia. It is not only the youngest in our country, but its location and story of origin is also exceptional. It ...

Next to the parish church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary in Rajecká Lesná, there is a carved movable Slovak Nativity Scene, created by master Jozef Pekara in the year...

Frivald Calvary is located on a wooded hill on the outskirts ofRajecká Lesná, about 500 m from the Basilica. It was built in 1920-1921.

Ascent to the Calvary is accompan...

The ruins of Hričov Castle lie above the village of Hričovské Podhradie. The name "Hríčov" is derived from the word "grič" - i.e. rock, rocky. The castle offers impressiv...

On the rock, which rises above the village of Lednica, ruins of Lednica Castle can be found. Castle used to serve to guard the border once. It was built in the first half...

Do you love nature and animals? Do you want to relax and have fun? Visit the true Slovak farm SAVAJA in beautiful paradise nature. It is an ideal place to spend your free...

Lietava Castle ruins are located 10 km from the regional town of Žilina on the steep ridge between Lietava and Lietavská Svinná.

The castle of Lietava was probably built...

The ruins of the Gothic Church of St. Helena dating from the 14th century rise above the village of Stránske. Originally, it was a one-aisle building with a polygonal pr...

DC Ranch Čičmany is a small, family farm focused on agritourism with animal breeding, typical of life in a Slovak village.

Depending on the season,Ranč Čičmany offers va...

Above the village of Košecké Podhradie, there are small ruins of the Košecký Castle. The castle was said to have been built by the Templars upon their return from Palesti...

Vršatec Rocks are a massive limestone massif that is unmistakable and easily visible from a distance. They rise above the village of Vršatské Podhradie and hide the ruins...

On a gentle hill in the fortified area, a small medieval church of St Stephen the King stands. It is located in the Žilina city district of Dolné Rudiny. It is the oldest...

The Exposition of Icons in Žilina is the only one of its kind in Slovakia. In the premises you can find an exhibition of beautiful historical icons from the ancient past ...

Another beautiful castle ruin from the Turiec region is the one that rises on a high limestone rock above the village of Kláštor pod Znievom. This charming ruin in the Tu...

Learning to ride a horse should be a combination of pleasure and effort. It is a wonderful way to enjoy the natural life and the surroundings, while the ride also provide...

Ranch13 is a place where children, teenagers and even adults can touch their dreams. After all, the most beautiful view in the world is from a horse's back indeed.

Come ...

In the distinctive environment of the beautiful White Carpathians,** the Uhliská family farm** lovely welcomes you. It is a place where especially lovers of animals and h...

Lola Ranch is located 20 minutes from the town of Prievidza in the direction towards Martin in the village of Jasenovo, under the Vyšehrad lookout.

We offer riding in na...

Živčáková Hill, as part of the Turzov Highlands, extends above the village of Korňa. From time immemorial, there was a picture of the Virgin Mary on a tree in the forest,...

Starhrad, i.e. The Old Castle, stands on a rocky granite hill on the right bank of the Váh River. Its original name was Varín Castle, but after the construction of Strečn...

The oldest pilgrimage site in Slovakia is Skalka. It consists of two objects - Malá and Veľká Skalka. Malá Skalka consists of a two-towered church built in Romanesque sty...

In the embrace of the monumental mountains of Turiec region, Greater and Little Fatra, there is the Amadeus ranch offering relaxation and a number of activities to gain s...

Riding in Turčianske Kľačany - this is a perfect experience for a lifetime. Thanks to the beautiful nature scenery, you will feel like a true western rider.

Riding Club ...

Do you want to view the nature of Turiec from the back of a horse, take a riding course and learn to ride or ride a horse in the area, or make the children happy? All thi...

The Uhrovec Castle is a ruin above the village of Uhrovské Podhradie. It was built in the 13th century in the inaccessible terrain of the Nitrica Hills. During the centur...

The chapel is located above town Čadca. This field chapel of Our Lady was built by workers who worked on the construction of the railway. At the chapel there is a cast-ir...

The picturesque Kysuce village of Raková offers pleasant leisure time that can be spent with horses in the Happy Horse Stable on the meadow behind the AVC plant.

For all...