Mining astronomical clock in Špania Dolina
Other attractions
The Astronomical Clock has become an essential part of the village of Špania Dolina, as well as a popular and sought-after attraction. It is a unique musical astronomical...
Špania Dolina
Copper Museum
Museums and history
When you say "Špania Dolina", everyone in Slovakia will immediately experience beautiful nature, a rich tangle of hiking trails or excellent skiing. However, Špania Dolin...
Špania Dolina
Mining walkway
Technical monuments
n the village of Špania dolina there is a small educational Mine Trail. The educational trail starts directly on the square near Klopačka. The walkway can be reached in a...
Špania Dolina
Panský diel - 1100 m asl
Hiking
A beautiful piece of land that offers a unique view of the vast plains, mysterious forests, picturesque villages and majestic hills in every season. Location so close to ...
Špania Dolina
Šachtičky Ski Resort foto
1.2 km
Šachtičky Ski Resort
Skiing
Šachtičky Ski Resort is located in the mountains near Banská Bystrica. It is suitable for recreational skiing for casual as well as professional skiing for demanding skie...
Banská Bystrica
Partisan bunker Mor ho! foto
2.8 km
Partisan bunker Mor ho!
Hiking
It is a long time ago that Staré Hory (Old Hills) was an important part of the Partisan Republic, which was created after the suppression of the Slovak National Uprising....
Staré Hory
Bat Cave foto
3.0 km
Bat Cave
Caves
An interesting excursion point near Banska Bystrica is Panský diel Hill, which offers much more than just beautiful views. Directly below it is one of the most interestin...
Nemce
Anima Equus Farm foto
4.2 km
Anima Equus Farm
Horses, riding
The farm is located on the outskirts of Banska Bystrica below Baranov in the protected area of Low Tatras. There is beautiful nature forests, meadows, ideal environment f...
Banská Bystrica
Čachovo - Selce Ski Resort foto
4.6 km
Čachovo - Selce Ski Resort
Skiing
Ski resort of Čachovo - Selce is located northeast of Banska Bystrica and about 2 km from the village of Selce. With the first snowfall, fans of downhill skiing will fin...
Selce
Educational trail Jakub foto
4.7 km
Educational trail Jakub
Hiking
Experience a scenic walk suitable for all ages in the Jakub district of Banská Bystrica, often considered the gateway to the Low Tatras National Park. The educational tra...
Banská Bystrica
Majer’s Rock  foto
6.3 km
Majer’s Rock
Hiking
Majer's Rock is a unique natural creation. Thanks to its uniqueness and natural exceptionality, it is included in the natural monuments of Slovakia. It is surrounded by ...
Staré Hory
Water gutter of Rakytovo foto
6.6 km
Water gutter of Rakytovo
Technical monuments
The water gutter is located in the valley of Rakytovo near the village of Dolný Harmanec - about 12 km from Banská Bystrica. The length of the gutter is almost 2.5 km and...
Dolný Harmanec
Partisan Republic in Kalište foto
6.9 km
Partisan Republic in Kalište
Memorials
At the foot of the southern slopes of the Low Tatras, deep in the mountains among the coniferous forests, a silent witness of horrors lies. In the slightly sloping valley...
Banská Bystrica
Dekrétová Cave foto
6.9 km
Dekrétová Cave
Caves
In the vicinity of the well-known and popular Harmanecká Cave, there is yet another, yet not well known Dekrétová Cave. The entrance to the cave is situated in the opposi...
Dolný Harmanec
Harmanecká Cave foto
7.1 km
Harmanecká Cave
Caves
The cave underground of the southern part of the Greater Fatra National Park conceals mysterious natural splendors, which together formed the most important Slovak cave. ...
Dolný Harmanec
Dominik Skutecký Villa foto
7.7 km
Dominik Skutecký Villa
Museums and history
The villa of Dominik Skutecký with the garden is a unique family villa, which was built in Banská Bystrica by the painter Dominik Skutecký according to his artistic taste...
Banská Bystrica
Central Slovak Museum - Matthias House foto
7.8 km
Central Slovak Museum - Matthias House
Museums and history
Part of the Banská Bystrica castle complex as well as the Mining Bastion is the so-called Matthias House, which has been standing here since 1479. It bears its name in ho...
Banská Bystrica
Postal Museum in Banská Bystrica foto
7.8 km
Postal Museum in Banská Bystrica
Museums and history
If you want to get to know the history of post, postal stamps, engraved aids, domestic stamps, foreign stamps as well as stamp creation, visit the Postal Museum, which is...
Banská Bystrica
Central Slovak Gallery - Praetorium foto
7.9 km
Central Slovak Gallery - Praetorium
Other attractions
The Central Slovak Gallery in Banská Bystrica is the third oldest regional gallery in Slovakia and of all regional galleries, it has the most differentiated creative conc...
Banská Bystrica
City Castle in Banska Bystrica foto
7.9 km
City Castle in Banska Bystrica
Castles, chateaus, mansions
The beautiful and magical historical center of Banska Bystrica is completed by the City Castle, which is not only its dominant feature but also a characteristic symbol th...
Banská Bystrica
Barbora's Route foto
7.9 km
Barbora's Route
Hiking
The name of Barbora's Route is linked to the name of St. Barbara - patron of miners. The route connects cities, villages and locations that have once been a center of min...
Banská Bystrica
Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary (Castle Church) foto
7.9 km
Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary (Castle Church)
Sacral monuments
The largest dominating feature of the whole town castle complex and the oldest building in Banská Bystrica is the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, also called...
Banská Bystrica
Beach swimming pool Štiavničky foto
8.0 km
Beach swimming pool Štiavničky
Lakes and pools
The beach swimming pool in Banská Bystrica is part of the Aqualand complex and consists of a 2.5-hectare natural lake with a sandy beach, where boats and water bikes can ...
Banská Bystrica
Cathedral of St Francis Xavier foto
8.0 km
Cathedral of St Francis Xavier
Sacral monuments
The most important sacral building in Banská Bystrica is the Cathedral of St Francis Xavier, which is also a parish church. On the site of the cathedral stood once Oberha...
Banská Bystrica
Ski Center Tajov foto
8.1 km
Ski Center Tajov
Skiing
If you are looking for a great skiing experience for the whole family, Ski Center Tajov will be perfect for you. It is located just outside the town of Banská Bystrica. I...
Tajov
SNP Museum foto
8.1 km
SNP Museum
Museums and history
The museum has a nationwide scope and is specialized in the development of Slovak society in the years 1938 - 1945 with emphasis on the documentation of anti-fascist libe...
Banská Bystrica
Central Slovak Museum - Thurzo's house foto
8.1 km
Central Slovak Museum - Thurzo's house
Museums and history
Part of the main square and thus the histric core of Banská Bystrica is an important architectural monument Thurzo House, which is forever tied to the Thurzo family. It i...
Banská Bystrica
Bethlen's House foto
8.2 km
Bethlen's House
Other attractions
The Bethlen's House accommodates the administrative headquarters and exhibition space of the Central Slovak Gallery. There are short-term exhibitions not only from the ga...
Banská Bystrica
Covered swimming pool in Štiavičky foto
8.2 km
Covered swimming pool in Štiavičky
Lakes and pools
A refurbished and modernly equipped indoor swimming pool can be found in Banská Bystrica. It is open throughout the year, allowing swimming enthusiasts to enjoy their fav...
Banská Bystrica
Memorial house of J. G. Tajovský in Tajov foto
8.3 km
Memorial house of J. G. Tajovský in Tajov
Museums and history
The birthhouse of the leading figure of the second wave of Slovak realism, J.G. Tajovský, stands intact, serried by the beautiful nature of Tajov. This beautiful house wi...
Tajov