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 travel guides Spectacular Slovakia.
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Five tips for enjoyable late autumn walks around Trnava
Stay in the town or explore the nearby villages.Compiled by Spectator staff, 3. Dec 2020, at 17:58
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Prominent feature of Košice will be more accessible for blind people
The project launch is scheduled for December.Compiled by Spectator staff, 2. Dec 2020, at 12:11
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The best way to see Slovakia is from the train (from our archive)
A trip to the eastern Slovak towns of Košice, Prešov and Bardejov.Matt Reynolds, 1. Dec 2020, at 1:26
Michael's Tower closed from December due to reconstruction
It should reopen to the public in mid-2022.Compiled by Spectator staff, 30. Nov 2020, at 11:24
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Bratislava’s smallness is an asset Rome or London are short of
Israeli Ambassador Boaz Modai fell in love with Slovakia’s capital right away.Peter Dlhopolec, 30. Nov 2020, at 7:16
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Tatra Ice Cathedral is open, inspiration taken from St Petersburg this year
The number of visitors, as well as time spent inside the dome, will be limited.Compiled by Spectator staff, 25. Nov 2020, at 11:45
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Slovaks: Getting the most out of life (from our archive)
An unusual Spectacular Slovakia trip to Banská Štiavnica and to the High Tatras, some of the country's top tourist sites.Matt Reynolds, 24. Nov 2020, at 6:26
The good old days: Zobor
Hike to the peak above one of the oldest towns in Slovakia that breathes history.Gabriela Psotková, Valéria Polovková23. Nov 2020, at 12:57
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One of the oldest cafés in Košice will close after half a century
Sándor Márai used to visit legendary Carpano.Compiled by Spectator staff, 21. Nov 2020, at 9:30
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Tonnes of snow that survived the summer in Jasná will be used for the upcoming season
The snow was stored at the end of the previous winter season.Compiled by Spectator staff, 19. Nov 2020, at 18:05
Tatra peaks and valleys from a plane. Check new aerial video-map
Filmed in 360° virtual reality technology.Compiled by Spectator staff, 18. Nov 2020, at 11:52
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Vegetarian blues (from our archive)
On Slovak hospitality and a visit to Vlkolínec, the village that was a museum.Matt Reynolds, 17. Nov 2020, at 5:11
Near completion, cycling route brings opportunity and light to Vrakuňa
The new part of the route will connect the roundabout with the cycling route on Ihličnatá street.Compiled by Spectator staff, 16. Nov 2020, at 11:25
A wooden bridge and plenty of trout. Visit an artificial lake in paradise
An easy walk in an uncrowded place.Compiled by Spectator staff, 14. Nov 2020, at 8:17
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Cable car to Lomnický peak running again
It was suspended due to anti-coronavirus measures.Compiled by Spectator staff, 12. Nov 2020, at 18:09
Czechia and Slovakia to be connected with cycling route over the hill
Czech and Slovak foresters will make Veľká Javorina accessible for the construction of a new cycling route.Compiled by Spectator staff, 11. Nov 2020, at 12:03
Brhlovce: At home in a rock (from our archive)
The rock dwellings are Brhlovce’s main attraction.Chris Togneri, 10. Nov 2020, at 1:38
Wind of Change: Tematín
On the way to Tematín castle, Piešťany will greet you from afar and invite you for a visit.Gabriela Psotková, Valéria Polovková9. Nov 2020, at 12:00
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Castle emerging from mist. Look at the beauty of autumn nature
Early mornings offer such views.Compiled by Spectator staff, 7. Nov 2020, at 9:30
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Castle tower in Zvolen open for visitors
Reconstruction should continue next year.Compiled by Spectator staff, 7. Nov 2020, at 8:07
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- 2. News digest: Penta partner Haščák reportedly charged with corruption after a police raid
- 3. Everyone crossing the Slovak border should have a negative antigen test from December 7
- 4. Coronavirus in Slovakia: 1,982 new cases confirmed (graphs)
- 5. Lockdown could be hard to avoid around Christmastime
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- 7. How to enjoy Christmas in Bratislava even during the pandemic
- 8. News digest: Slovakia still dealing with the loss of its talent
- 9. Aupark shopping mall changing hands. Price will exceed all previous records
- 10. News digest: High-profile arrests and discussion on reopening schools continues
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- 2. Everyone crossing the Slovak border should have a negative antigen test from December 7
- 3. Haščák of Penta detained and accused
- 4. Coronavirus in Slovakia: 1,982 new cases confirmed (graphs)
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