Nature attractions Gemer

The Slovenský kras National Park, on its territory, besides a quantity of beautiful limestone canyons and surface and underground karst formations, hides a copious water spring called Biela vyvieračka. It is located by the road opposite the fairytale Gombasecká jaskyňa, whose passages are decorated with sinter tubular stalactite straws. A marked hiking trail of approximately 1.5 kilometers will lead you to the karst spring from the village of Slavec. If you long for an easy hike with refreshment at the end, head out to Biela vyvieračka, which is also known under the name Margitin prameň.

The Náučný chodník Gombasek educational trail will guide you through several attractive places in the surroundings of Gombasecká jaskyňa. The seventh stop is precisely Biela vyvieračka. In the past, in an effort to increase the output of the spring, the water source was impounded by a high wall set into the slope. Water with a temperature of 6.2–12 °C flows to the surface through a metal pipe positioned about 1 meter above the ground. The rest of the natural spring flows underneath through the base of the wall, which is currently no longer watertight. During periods of high water levels, an abundant part of the flow passes over the overflow wall, creating an interesting scenery of a waterfall emerging from underground.

While exploring the karst spring, you will certainly be intrigued by the freshwater limestone, the so-called tufa, which was formed by the precipitation of chemogenic sediments below the springhead. Karst springs are a traditional home to rare plant species such as yellow anemone, yellow star-of-Bethlehem, or Waldsteinia ternata. If you get lucky, you will also come across charming and rare representatives of fauna, including the legally protected spotted salamander. In the afternoon, take a trip to Rožňava and indulge in water relaxation in the pools of Kúpalisko Rožňava. If you prefer active rest and would like to learn more about the history of the Rožňava district, visit the Historická expozícia Baníckeho múzea and the Galéria Baníckeho múzea. In the early evening, check into a family guesthouse and plan trips around Gemer. Top accommodation near Biela vyvieračka can easily be booked via the accommodation in Slavec page. Be sure to add Kaštieľ Betliar, Hrad Krásna Hôrka, and the unique Ochtinská aragonitová jaskyňa cave to your holiday list.

Pohanský hrad, also called Pohanský vrch, is a national nature reserve breathing with a unique mysterious atmosphere. The beautiful nature of the lava mountain, the remains of a stone rampart of ancient Celts, impressive rocky outcrops and turrets, as well as fissure caves. All of this crowned by breathtaking views can be found in the heart of the Cerová vrchovina, near the village of Stará Bašta in the Rimavská Sobota district. We present to you a place you will not find anywhere else in Slovakia.

The mysterious lava mountain rising on the Slovak-Hungarian border catches the tourist's eye from afar. Out of the forested terrain, rocky cliffs, outcrops, and turrets protrude, the most beautiful of which are the marginal basalt rocks at the peak, reaching a height of an incredible 30 m. Since Pohanský hrad is a creation of ancient volcanic activity, in addition to fascinating rock formations, you will also find basalt fissure caves here. They are situated on the slopes of the mountain, and the longest one reaches up to 182 m.

However, beautiful natural sceneries are not the only thing you can soak in at this unique place. Upon entering the territory of Pohanský hrad, you will feel a strange mysterious atmosphere. It is caused by the breath of history associated with the prehistoric settlement of this area. Archaeologists have confirmed that the lava mountain was inhabited even before our era. This is also proven by the remains of the stone ramparts of the prehistoric hillfort. Due to its uniqueness, the locality was declared a national nature reserve.

Are you heading to Rimavská Sobota? In that case, be sure to set aside one day to visit the unique place called Pohanský hrad. A place where picturesque nature blends with the mysterious atmosphere of times long past. You can combine a trip here with a tour of the nearby Fiľakovský hrad, the ruin of Soví hrad, or with a trip to the impressive Kamenný vodopád. Find accommodation near Pohanský hrad right now and start preparing for a holiday full of unique experiences. Accommodation in Stará Bašta and in surrounding or accommodation in Rimavskej Sobote will be an excellent starting point for your trips.