Travel, page 15
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.
The 10 largest ski resorts in Slovakia (+ prices)
The biggest ski resort isn't in the popular High Tatras.
Heavy snow breaks trees in Slovak Paradise, most visited gorge closed
Even a beech tree with strong roots could not stand it.
New colossal cycling bridge over motorway completed in Banská Bystrica
The impressive construction cost €4.4 million.
3 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days
Check out the affordable activities taking place in the city, including Winter Good Market or festival of Christmas music.
Christmas tram to take to Bratislava streets again
No ticket required.
Ski season begins in many resorts across Slovakia
Rich amount of snow and freezing weather sped up the process.
Revište Castle boasts four drawbridges
They cannot be raised, though.
3 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days
Looking for free activities to do in the city? Do winter sports at TIPOS Arena or ride a Christmas tram.
Rajec by e-bike: An easy single-day trip with a romantic roadside attraction
Rajec offers many bike routes across the region.
Devín Castle makes ancient Roman ruins accessible again, launches new website
Information about site now available in German, too.
Tourists can spend the night under extinct volcano in central Slovakia for little money
Free accommodation also available.
Popular ‘Italian’ climb in central Slovakia usually ends with book signing, but it doesn’t have to
The adventure can continue by climbing two nearby peaks.
Good luck finding a cottage for your New Year celebrations in Liptov this year
New Year's Eve stays are usually the most expensive.
3 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days
Do you want to enjoy the capital at no cost? Explore Veľká Baňa hill above Rača or come enjoy the opening of Bratislava Christmas markets with a special program.
Tatra Ice Cathedral pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
Total of 225 tons of ice were used in the dome's creation.
A Slovak village's biggest treasure has also attracted New Zealanders
Work on the local castle continues.
3 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days
Join hikers on their trip to Sandberg, or visit a concert in Old Town this Friday.
Is running a mountain hut good business in Slovakia?
Enthusiasm alone will not pay the bills.
Abandoned Slovak quarry yields other rarities after gems
A site of Baden culture has been added to the country.
Slovak cave and Taylor Swift have one thing in common. Their tour tickets sell out quickly.
Booking a Brestovská Cave ticket in advance mandatory to see it.
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- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- US giant pulls plug on Slovak factory, axing 137 jobs
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- Slovakia mourns Pope Francis, a shepherd of hope and humility Photo
- Confetti, chants and history: Hejková’s dream goodbye after nearly 40 years at the top
- Slovakia’s public finances remain in deep trouble
- Ambulance hit by Russian drone goes on display in centre of Bratislava
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