Things to do in Banská Štiavnica
Banská Štiavnica, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Slovakia, offers a wealth of historical, cultural and natural attractions.
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- The historic centre and Holy Trinity SquareWander through the charming lanes of the town centre and admire its well-preserved Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Don’t miss the impressive Old Town Hall.View details
- The CalvaryVisit this beautiful hilltop pilgrimage site with its series of chapels and stunning views of the town and the surrounding countryside.View details
- St Catherine’s ChurchThis Gothic church in the town centre is known for its beautiful interior and its Renaissance altar.View details
- Slovak Mining MuseumDiscover the town’s rich mining history at this interactive museum, which also offers underground tours of historic mines.View details
- Old CastleExplore the remains of a medieval castle that offers an insight into the town’s defences and its importance during the mining boom.View details
- The Štiavnica tajchsHistoric mining reservoirs listed by UNESCO as technical monuments; once part of a water-supply system for the mines, today they offer swimming, fishing and walks in picturesque surroundings.View selection
- The surrounding countrysideThe landscape of the Štiavnica Mountains is made for hiking, cycling and just enjoying the beauty of nature.View selection
- Local cuisineEnjoy the local food in traditional Slovak restaurants and try the regional treats known here as ‘paškrty’.View selection
- Cultural eventsCheck whether any festivals or events are taking place during your visit and soak up the town’s vibrant cultural life.Events calendar
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Cold-water swimmers seek out the Štiavnica tajchs (historic mining reservoirs) all year round. Three
In 1536 a Watch House was built on a steep spur with a good
You can walk this circular route along the yellow waymarked trail in 4 hours.
This holiday house, almost 300 years old, sits on a quiet sunny hillside above
This single-nave Baroque Evangelical church is the oldest monument in the village of Počúvadlo.
This tajch (a historic mining reservoir) lies at an altitude of 630 m. It
Construction of this tajch (a historic mining reservoir) began in 1735 under the direction
Once a bastion forming part of the anti-Ottoman fortifications, today it houses an exhibition
The entrance to the adit is in the upper part of Vyhne. The entrance