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!

Founded as a protected site for researching and growing exotic forest trees, the arboretum makes a pleasant walk for young and old alike. You’ll find 120-year-old […]

This tajch (a historic mining reservoir), probably the most picturesque of those that survive, was built in 1743 to a design by Samuel Mikovíni, who was […]

Červená studňa is a popular starting point for trips around Štiavnica. Good people from Banská Belá have settled in the grounds of the former forester’s lodge […]

You can walk this circular route along the yellow waymarked trail in 4 hours. Following forest paths, it circles our highest hill – Sitno. The route […]

The famous mining village of Štiavnické Bane (originally Piarg) has several educational trails:1. Piargska špacírka (the ‘Piarg Stroll’) is the newest history trail in the village. […]

This one-way waymarked loop, which takes 3.5 hours on foot, starts at the Kysihýbel Arboretum. It leads through what was once the forest of Empress Elisabeth, […]

A walk that strikes just the right balance between the quiet of nature and the bustle of town. It takes you above the azure waters of […]

The deeper the miners dug, the more groundwater had to be pumped out. To drive the pumps, the world’s biggest water engine was created here, made […]

In summer this tajch (a historic mining reservoir) is used for swimming and aquazorbing, and in winter for ice skating and cold-water swimming. Fishing and letting […]

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