Regularly updated information on travelling in Slovakia, including tips on the newest attractions and the traditional must-see sights. More information about travel in Slovakia can be found in our Spectacular Slovakia travel guide.
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See how predators are counted in Malá Fatra
Volunteers help.Compiled by Spectator staff, 18. Jan 2020, at 9:00
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It is possible to ski at Upper Zemplín, too
The conditions are suitable only in Zámutov right now.Compiled by Spectator staff, 15. Jan 2020, at 21:21
Alps visible from Veľká Fatra
New record in distant observation.Compiled by Spectator staff, 13. Jan 2020, at 23:34
Wooden huts from the top of Košice block of flats have new home
They were part of Furča's panorama for three years.Compiled by Spectator staff, 11. Jan 2020, at 9:20
Free public transport arrives to Slovakia. One town has introduced it so far
Buses free for locals and also visitors.Compiled by Spectator staff, 9. Jan 2020, at 14:06
The first bike tower in Slovakia is open
People can store a bike here for ten cents per day.Compiled by Spectator staff, 8. Jan 2020, at 13:36
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Nativity scene near Rainer’s chalet is a bit smaller this year
The reason is mainly the lack of snow.Compiled by Spectator staff, 7. Jan 2020, at 14:22
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Queens of the Small Carpathians: Vysoká and Vapenná
Hike the most beautiful mountains of the Small Carpathians.Gabriela Psotková, Valéria Polovková6. Jan 2020, at 13:00
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The first route of Tatra electric railway opened 111 years ago
Easier transport helped to develop tourism.Compiled by Spectator staff, 2. Jan 2020, at 13:42
New lookout tower in Veľká Rača offers views of Fatra and Beskydy
Sculptures located inside.Compiled by Spectator staff, 31. Dec 2019, at 14:13
Tatra National Park has a new logo
Created by a student of design.Compiled by Spectator staff, 30. Dec 2019, at 13:59
Free skibuses run in Liptov this winter, too
They support an ecological form of transport and bring comfort to their visitors.Compiled by Spectator staff, 27. Dec 2019, at 14:05
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Spectacular Slovakia Podcast
Get ready for Christmas Eve with Spectacular Slovakia
Opekance, bobáľky and pupáčky are the same thing. But what is it?Michaela Terenzani, Naomi Hužovičová, 24. Dec 2019, at 14:00
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Spectacular Slovakia Podcast
Christmas Eve is the best time to wish for money
Slovaks put some cash, or even their credit cards, under their plates.Michaela Terenzani, Naomi Hužovičová, 23. Dec 2019, at 14:00
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Town of Brezno has snow maze
Maze has area of more than 600 square metres.Compiled by Spectator staff, 23. Dec 2019, at 12:44
Slovak Christmas Carol: Dolná Krupá a Katarínka
From an interesting manor house in Dolná Krupá village to majestic ruins of a monastery.Gabriela Psotková, Valéria Polovková23. Dec 2019, at 11:30
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Reconstruction of Levoča church's facade is finished
It took 20 years.Compiled by Spectator staff, 20. Dec 2019, at 8:25
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Viniansky Castle breaks attendance record
The season introduced several novelties.Compiled by Spectator staff, 18. Dec 2019, at 14:04
Here's what filming a Bollywood film in the High Tatras entails
Amitabh Bachchan plans to come back to Slovakia with his family.Compiled by Spectator staff, 17. Dec 2019, at 21:42
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Toboggan run from Hrebienok open in new season
The track is about 2.5-kilometre-long.Compiled by Spectator staff, 16. Dec 2019, at 23:03
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