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The Bikepark Kálnica sports complex is visited by many cyclists each year. It is located in Kálnica near Nové Mesto nad Váhom. It is especially popular with lovers of adrenaline and downhill cycling.

The Považie region is widely sought after by various types of visitors. Mothers with children come here to enjoy attractive playgrounds, seniors plan easy hikes, and cyclists choose Bikepark Kálnica as their destination. However, this sports and relaxation complex is designed for any visitor. From March to October, weather permitting, you can set off on a cycling adventure. Thanks to these operating hours, the park is the longest-open bikepark in Slovakia throughout the year.

The area consists of a total of 18 trails, allowing you to choose the best one based on your experience and skill level. It is worth starting on the test loop or an easy trail. Feel free to warm up like pro cyclists on one of the 4 medium-difficulty trails. As many as 6 trails are categorized as difficult, 5 as very difficult, and 3 as extremely difficult without bypasses. The diversity of trails with various difficulty levels ensures the possibility of hosting prestigious biking events. Notable events include Bike Fest and, as part of it, the Slope Style World Cup. Other events include an international six-round DH series called the Moravsko - Slovenský DH Cup, the Majstrovstvá Slovenska v 4X, the Prvý DH pretek sezóny, Mikulášske retro závody, bike video competitions, Enduro races, and the Časovka na hrad Beckov. This bikepark is also included in the Považsko – Valašská MTB maratónska séria.

Another advantage of the complex is that some of its trails are illuminated, allowing for night riding. If you do not have experience with this style of riding, treat yourself to a session supervised by a seasoned instructor. A nursery, school, or camp is also available for children. On-site, you can rent bikes across various categories or have your own inspected directly at the service center. A sports shop and a kids' zone are also available.

If you visit during good weather and are not particularly fond of extreme adrenaline, set out to explore the region along the oldest and longest cycle route connecting the towns of Hlohovec and Žilina. You will find it marked as the Vážska cyklomagistrála. Put on your hiking boots to explore the grounds of the beautiful hrad Beckov castle. Or will you manage to reach the more distant rozhľadňa Hájnica lookout tower offering breathtaking views of the surroundings? In summer, a swim in the Zelená voda reservoir is a welcome treat. This reservoir is also a paradise for anglers and runners.

Every sports activity tires a person out to the point where rest is needed. You can lay your head at our accommodation providers near Bikepark Kálnica. They will gladly offer you their apartments in Kálnica, as well as larger cottages suitable for groups. It simply depends on your preferences which accommodation you cannot resist for your stay.

The town of Trenčín can boast a truly alluring relaxation and recreational area. Lesopark Brezina is situated on the southwestern spur of the Strážovské vrchy mountains. It extends over the massif of the same name, the highest point of which is Kozí vrch. The natural environment, located within excellent accessibility of the town, offers opportunities for interesting walking tours along educational trails as well as cycling trips. In winter, people go sledding here, and cross-country skiing tracks are also available. Local attractions also include a children's playground, a viewpoint, a memorial, and the picturesque Čerešňový sad.

The history of the forest park dates back to the last decades of the 19th century. The afforestation of the area in close proximity to the town center is associated with the name Ľudovít Bonaventúra Stárek. He was a Catholic priest and the discoverer of the Roman inscription on the Trenčiansky hrad castle rock. It was he who was responsible for the systematic planting of trees on today's Brezina mountain range. And since it was birches (brezy) that took root here first, this area also received its fitting name. Today, beeches, hornbeams, maples, elms, and spruces also grow here. The forest area primarily provides a valuable space for recreation in a natural setting.

Part of the forest park is also the so-called Čerešňový sad. It is located near Trenčiansky hrad castle and was once covered only with sweet and sour cherries. Currently, birches and other trees also occur among the original growth. However, you will also find many gazebos and fireplaces here, providing space for relaxation and spending pleasant moments in nature. A trip to the forest will also be made more enjoyable for the youngest tourists by a large children's playground. With its wooden construction, it fits pleasantly into the character of the environment. Climbing frames, slides, swings, and wooden playhouses await your little ones here.

A popular excursion spot in the forest area is also Štefánikova vyhliadka. It is located at the top of a cliff complex named Sokolice. After ascending to this spot, a panorama will open up before you, offering a view of Trenčín and Skalka with the backdrop of the Biele Karpaty. During your wanderings through the forest park, you will also come across a memorial site dedicated to the victims of fascism who were executed in these places by the Germans in 1944 and 1945. The Pamätník umučených is currently situated right by Čerešňový sad, where it provides a generous space for remembering these solemn events.

The park is a popular spot for walking, cycling, running, and in winter, it also offers opportunities for cross-country skiing. The paths are stepped in several places and equipped with wooden benches. You can also take a walk along one of the educational trails here. On the trail named Vznik a vývoj lesa, 12 information boards will accompany you. If you walk the entire 1,500 m trail, you will reach the mass graves of those tortured during World War II. The slightly shorter Sever route, just a few meters shorter, will guide you through seven stops offering a trip into the history of Brezina. Sports enthusiasts will be particularly delighted by the so-called Kyslíková dráha. The 4,000 m circuit offers a popular running track along which training areas are placed.

Be sure to combine a trip to the Trenčín forest park with a tour of the adjacent Trenčiansky hrad castle. Right in the town, do not miss the Fontána vodníka Valentína, an artistic experience at the Galéria M. A. Bazovského, or a tour of the local synagogue. A major attraction for visitors is also the town tower (Mestská veža) or the mysterious Dom mestského kata. The diverse offer of tourist attractions is pleasantly complemented by the offer of accommodation near Lesopark Brezina. On our portal, you can also find the accomodation in Trenčín page. Here, you can choose from a selection of popular cottages and chalets, modern apartments, as well as comfortable guesthouses. The offer is truly diverse.

Love fun where the solid ground disappears from beneath your feet, and thanks to your legs, you can bounce off a trampoline and jump? In that case, we invite you to a unique trampoline center in Drietoma. On the map, you will find it marked as Jump centrum Drietoma. It is located just a 5-minute drive from Trenčín.

By population density, the small village of Drietoma offers its visitors, in addition to a tour of a late-Renaissance Roman Catholic church, a manor house, and a wonderful natural creation, the opportunity to have fun in the newly built Jump centrum. This sports area features numerous attractions across its grounds. All you need to do is park your car outside its gates and enjoy the fun to the fullest.

In total, there are 34 trampolines within the Jump centrum. They come in various sizes and can easily support jumping by an adult. Basketball enthusiasts can play this exciting sport on 3 basketball hoops. You can also exert your muscles on a climbing wall with varying levels of climbing difficulty. Or will you pass the time at a foam pit crossed by a slackline/balancing beam?

Parents can keep an eye on their children from a seating area in the snack bar, where they can treat themselves to refreshments in the form of draft Kofola, beer, and other snacks to eat. It is also possible to organize children's celebrations and gatherings on the premises. This place is also a destination for sports clubs or schools, which can visit here as part of trips, physical education classes, training sessions, or extracurricular activities.

The park is truly spacious, and across an area of 420 m², you can entertain yourselves even for several days. If you are also interested in other attractions, we recommend writing down a list of places you plan to visit. The nearby town of Trenčín is popular with everyone. You can walk to the Fontána vodníka Valentína fountain. Or treat yourself to an artistic experience in Synagóga v Trenčíne. Looking at the world from a bird's-eye view is possible if you "climb" the stairs leading up to Mestská veža v Trenčíne. Remains of human bones can be found stored in Karner sv. Michala v Trenčíne. Hot days can also be spent in the water at Kúpalisko Trenčín.

Does the offer tempt you to stay here longer? We recommend booking accommodation near Jump centrum Drietoma. In the selection of accommodation facilities presented on the MegaUbytovanie portal, you can choose from cozy apartmány Drietoma, or you might easily be appealed by beautiful chalets and cottages. It is entirely up to you which accommodation you decide on.

When wandering through the Topoľčany district, be sure to stop in the village of Bojná. This village is also known for being an important princely center of the ancient Slavs in the past. Today, during your visit, you might experience feelings of happiness right during Lukostreľba pre radosť.

The village of Bojná has an archery area within its cadastral territory, where you can come and enjoy this interesting sport. Archery, whose tradition dates back tens of thousands of years into the past, is operated here throughout the entire year. Whether you come here with your family or just as a couple, you will certainly enjoy the archery discipline to your heart's content.

At the Lukostreľba pre radosť area, friendly staff awaits you. If you are not proficient in this sport and are coming here for the first time, they will gladly lend you archery equipment for a nominal fee. You will receive a bow as well as arrows in your hand. A professional instructor will introduce you to the secrets of this sports activity. With good aim, you will not only target targets placed on wooden stands, but from various distances, you will also shoot at life-size animal models. Will you manage to "hunt down" Tekla the tarantula or a majestic stag?

This type of shooting is designated as 3D archery. The animal models are located in various places within the area, and you try to hit them from different shooting positions. Bow shooting is not limited by age, but for children, it is recommended that they be at least of preschool age. To prevent the area for this sports activity from being fully booked, reserve your archery in advance. We can also recommend maximizing this experience by booking accommodation near Lukostreľba pre radosť.

Once you stay for more than one day, you can afford to visit other attractions in Bojná as well. Popular options include a tour of the Archeologické múzeum Veľkej Moravy. You can ride horses at the local Ranč pod Babicou. You will need a bit more time and energy if you set off to the lookout tower on Marhát. From its viewing platform, you will be treated to views extending up to three self-governing regions. An educational cycling path also leads through the surroundings, bringing you all the way to Rotunda Jurko. You can inspect its interior every Saturday upon prior reservation at the municipal office in Nitrianska Blatnica.

Time is a precious commodity, and it is entirely up to you how you plan it during your stay in this region. We can draw your attention to our pleasant accommodation providers, who will gladly offer you their accommodation facilities. The offer in the village of Bojná includes not only private accommodations, but also beautiful cottages in Bojná. Should you need assistance, do not hesitate to reach out to us, and we will be glad to help you.