Poprad–Tatry Airport 1 hr 41
Castle Strečno (13 min) Tours offered at a restored, centuries-old fortress perched high on a cliff next to the Váh river. Castle Lietava (36 min) Originally built in the 13th century, this mountaintop castle fell into ruins in the 1700s. Minčol (vrch v Malej Fatre) (39 min) Prominent mountain with a network of trails & a wood cross & expansive views at the summit. Súľov Rocks (38 min) Nature area with striking rock formations like the Owl & Gothic Gate, plus cascades & wild orchids. Malá Fatra (52 min) Adventurous hiking in scenic mountain range peaking at 1,709m with waterfalls, red deer & bears. Fatra-OP (41 min) Natural protected area with rocky peaks, gorges, dwarf pine forests, waterfalls & wildlife. Malý Kriváň (50 min) Second-highest peak of the Malá Fatra range, with limestone rocks & a stone pillar at the summit. Starhrad (35 min) Crumbling medieval castle on a forested hilltop with sweeping views of the valley & the Váh river. Budatín Castle (15 min) Guided tours are offered of this small 13th-century castle with a tower offering scenic city views. Martinské Hole (38 min) Ski resort, skiing, and mountain Jánošíkove Diery (37 min) Hiking, waterfalls & unique rock formations draw crowds to this scenic network of gorges & canyons. Veľký Rozsutec (48 min) 1,609-meter peak attracting hikers year-round for its panoramic views of surrounding valleys. Chleb (1 hr 12) Scenic mountain with an 8-seat cable car, seasonal skiing, 360-degree views & a nature reserve. Rozhladňa Špicák (18 min) Veľký Kriváň (1 hr 15) Mountain with a cable car offering short, moderate routes & strenuous hikes to a picturesque summit. |