Summer in Štiavnica
Enjoy an unforgettable summer in the picturesque setting of Banská Štiavnica, where a rich history meets breathtaking nature.
Hiking trails lead through dense forests and past the remarkable tajchs (historic mining reservoirs), revealing the beauty of the region at every step. Cycle routes of varying difficulty are just as popular, from leisurely rides to thrilling mountain descents.
In every corner of Štiavnica you’ll discover a unique atmosphere that draws you into the past while captivating you with its lively energy. This summer is your chance to combine adventure with relaxation, enjoy unspoilt nature and collect new experiences that will stay with you for a long time. Get inspired and discover everything this enchanting region has to offer!
This tajch (a historic mining reservoir) lies in the village of Štiavnické Bane and is a little hidden away from the tourist crowds. Snack bars serving […]
Veľká and Malá Richňava were originally a single tajch (a historic mining reservoir), built for the needs of mining. Because the dam was not watertight, the […]
The greatest natural attraction in Počúvadlo is what is probably the oldest beech tree in Slovakia. You will find it a short distance from the village […]
The oldest, the most beautiful and the only show mine for miles around that is almost always dry – a mine where mainly gold and silver […]
The Botanical Garden lies within the campus of one of the world’s first technical academies. Here you’ll find more than 200 species of trees and shrubs […]
The largest and most visited tajch (a historic mining reservoir) in the area lies beneath Sitno (1,009 m above sea level), the highest peak in the […]
This tajch (a historic mining reservoir) in Štiavnické Bane is still one of the largest in the area. Its dam was built in 1710 on the […]
It was right here that rich veins of gold and silver came to the surface. To protect them, a kind of mining castle was built on […]
One of the most beautiful Baroque Calvaries in Europe stands on a cone-shaped hill right at the heart of the crater of the Štiavnica stratovolcano, and […]