Adrenaline, fun and sport Handlová

The recreation and relaxation area Rybníky & GRILL is located in the village of Sebedražie, just 5 km from Prievidza. Come enjoy the wonderful summer weather by the water. In addition, you can fish here, and even without a fishing license. Make a family trip and discover the energy hidden in wood, stone, and water.

Vodný svet Sebedražie offers you a unique opportunity to spend pleasant moments in the circle of family and friends in the embrace of nature. In the area, you will find 9 bodies of water, 3 of which are used as fishing ponds with various fishing systems. Cast your fishing rod and wait to see if you are lucky enough to catch a tasty carp, a whiskered catfish, a fighting pike, or a rainbow trout.

And while you are impatiently awaiting your catch, your loved ones can play a miniature version of golf just a short distance away. Concentration, a precise eye, and a steady hand are very important in minigolf as well. Even if you miss, you will at least have a lot of fun.

The 30-meter-long ship wreck, where all travelers and tired adventurers will find shelter, will take you back to the times of the legendary pirate Jack Sparrow. Right at the entrance, the piercing aroma of freshly grilled trout will hit your nose, which you will not be able to resist. At Lokál u Jacka, you will not only have an excellent lunch, but also relax in a space full of works of art. If you prefer a tramp-style lunch instead, take advantage of the stone so-called megalithic fire pit with seating.

Your little children will play on the original children's playground, where they will find a seahorse, a mega crocodile, a predatory piranha, a giant sperm whale, and a mysterious turtle. While the children play, you can admire statues and paintings by leading Slovak and Czech artists.

Another attraction is Račia farma, where you have a great opportunity to see rare specimens of noble crayfish in their natural habitat. You can play real golf at the training center of Golf Club Scotland, which is part of the area. The unique atmosphere is also complemented by originally painted Indian teepee tents. The Rybníky & GRILL area has its gates open from the beginning of May to the end of October.

If you still have an appetite for more, the village of Sebedražie is home to Hornonitriansky banský skanzen (Upper Nitra Mining Open-Air Museum), which is hidden in the original underground spaces. Thanks to this, you have a unique opportunity to experience the hard bread of mining underground firsthand.

After a day full of experiences, settle down in a cozy guesthouse, from where you can plan further trips around the surroundings. You can find accommodation near the relaxation area Rybníky & GRILL at Sebedražie on the page accommodation Sebedražie. During your wanderings through the Hornonitriansky región, also visit the nearby village of Podhradie and discover the ruin of Hrad Sivý Kameň castle. In nearby Bojnice, make sure to view Bojnický zámok castle and then simply relax at Termálne Kúpalisko Vodný svet - Bojnice or Termálne kúpalisko Čajka thermal lidos.

The complex of Národné centrum vodného póla in Nováky serves not only professional water polo players, but also the general public. Come for a swim as well. In this unique modern complex, in addition to water sports, you can work out in the gym, regenerate in the sauna, and have your sore back massaged. You will find NCVP on Hviezdoslavova ulica street, near the Fortischem chemical plant.

The water polo center was solemnly opened in June 2006. In the complex, you will find a sports swimming pool with dimensions of 33 x 20 m, which is 2.2 m deep. In addition to water polo, it also serves for recreational swimming and fun. The pool hall is covered by a retractable roof, and grandstands are placed alongside the pools, from where you can watch domestic and international matches. The total capacity is 450 spectators.

Your little ones can learn to swim in the children's pool with slides, which measures 17 x 7.2 m. The water depth here ranges from 40 to 80 cm. In the summer period, the roof is uncovered, and you can enjoy water fun under the open sky. Next to the pools, you will find sunbeds with umbrellas, as well as a landscaped lawn area. Spread out a blanket, put a pillow under your head, and indulge in the sun's rays. In addition to beautifully tanned skin, you will also gain body-beneficial vitamin D.

Be sure not to miss a stay in the Finnish sauna and infrared sauna. This will increase your body's immunity and prevent unpleasant viral infections. You can also recharge your batteries by exercising in the gym. In case of favorable weather, you can play beach volleyball and tennis. There are as many as three tennis courts in NCVP. Your children can make their stay at the center more pleasant by playing on the large children's playground with wooden houses, slides, climbing frames, and balance elements.

Treat yourself to an afternoon siesta and sit on the summer terrace of the outdoor bar. Order a refreshing summer drink and let yourself be carried away by the charm of the moment. If hunger catches you by surprise, taste some of the offered dishes. An excellent main course can be followed by delicious coffee and a fine cake.

A perfect finishing touch to a beautiful day will be a visit to Technické moto múzeum, where gems of motor technology await you. In the early evening, certainly do not rush home, but rather stay at the pleasant guesthouse Nováky. If you plan to spend several days in the Hornonitriansky region, you might choose from our offer of accommodation near Národné centrum vodného póla Nováky. You will find all types of accommodation capacities on our subpage accommodation in Nováky.

During your stay, you can take trips to nearby Bojnice, where, in addition to the magical Bojnický zámok castle, our oldest and most visited Zoologická záhrada Bojnice zoo, the mysterious world of dinosaurs at Dino park Bojnice, the unique observation tower Vyhliadková veža Bojnice, and many other Bojnice attractions await you.

In the beautiful surroundings of the Ski stredisko Skalka pri Kremnici ski resort, you will find the popular Relax centrum. It offers its visitors a wide range of services and active relaxation. After active sports, you will certainly appreciate a refreshing bath in the water world. Swimming or fooling around in the 25 m pool with your little ones will make your time of rest and relaxation more enjoyable. Although the water depth is only 1.2 m, swimming against the artificial counter-current will definitely give you a workout. And when you no longer have the strength, you can relax on the water loungers or seats. A body massage is also provided by a water mushroom and water jets. The water has a pleasant temperature of 28–29 °C. Your little ones have a children's pool with a temperature of 30 °C at their disposal. You don't have to envy them. You can also warm up perfectly in the sitting pool, where the water temperature reaches a pleasant 36 °C.

You can warm your body in one of five saunas. Will you enjoy the dry Finnish sauna, or do you prefer the steam, herbal, or infrared sauna? Everyone can choose what suits them best. There is also a cooling pool with cold water. You can lie down in the relaxation room with pleasant relaxing music. However, do not forget that the last entry to the wellness area is no later than 1.5 hours before closing time.

You can also pursue your sports activities in the gymnasium of Relax centrum. The multipurpose hall for team sports is over 40 m long and almost 20 m wide. You can play volleyball, basketball, handball, badminton, or tennis here. The synthetic rubber artificial surface also allows gymnasts and karatekas to train.

Right next to the gymnasium is an excellently equipped fitness center. You can thus suitably complement your stay in the gymnasium by strengthening your muscles. Here you will find a stationary bicycle, wall bars, benches, and various weight training machines. If you are a squash lover, we have good news for you. You can have fun with a racket and ball on a separate court. Rackets and other equipment can be rented at the front desk.

The Relax centrum Skalka grounds are also complemented by six outdoor sports fields and a grassy area the size of a football pitch, where you can also enjoy sports to your heart's content. Athletics enthusiasts will also find something to enjoy. The asphalt-rubber running track with a length of 1,800 m can also be used for roller skating or roller skiing. The track passes through the forest and has three levels of difficulty. In the evenings, you can also play bowling or table tennis here.

If you long to explore other interesting places in the surroundings, we recommend booking accommodation near Relax centrum Skalka. We offer several types of accommodation facilities, from apartments in Kremnica to popular cottages and chalets. It all depends on whether you set off on your journey to Múzeum mincí a medailí or take a look at coin production in Mincovňa. The braver ones might set off on a hike along Via Ferrata Skalka. You can soak up the historical atmosphere during a tour of the town castle (Mestský hrad). So, how will your day in Kremnica begin and end?

Via ferrata on Skalka can be confidently described as one of the most interesting tourist attractions in Slovakia. It is located in the Kremnické vrchy mountains, near Kremnica, in the direction of Banská Bystrica. The biggest attraction of this appealing route is the longest via ferrata bridge in Central Europe. The biggest challenge is the most difficult via ferrata section in Slovakia, the F-úha via ferrata route with a difficulty rating of category F. The most attractive part of the via ferrata is undoubtedly the glass-bottomed suspension footbridge, offering stunning views of the Kremnické vrchy mountains and the Turčianska kotlina basin.

The operator of the wide network of via ferrata routes on Skalka is the town of Kremnica, which began building them in 2017. Unique experiences in the Kremnické vrchy mountains are offered by two integrated via ferrata systems. Via ferrata Komín was the first to be created and has been accessible to the public since 2017. In 2020, the town completed the unique Via ferratový svet (Via Ferrata World) here, which also includes the most difficult via ferrata route in Slovakia.

Via ferrata Komín includes 5 via ferrata routes. You can reach them via a descent via ferrata, at the beginning of which you can enjoy a beautiful view through the eastern window. However, this is only if you can squeeze through a narrow crevice in the terrain. The uniqueness of the descent route is an old maple tree. Its roots form a tangled network that will lead you to the Tibetský most (Tibetan Bridge). The ascent via ferratas begin with Komín, which, as the name suggests, will require you to squeeze between wedged stones on the way up. You will climb using a ladder or through a narrow hole that literally requires caving skills. In the last meters, the Kominárska ferrata branches off, leading through an 8-meter-long black opening.

An attraction for beginners and families with children is the western side of the ridge, offering an interesting Miniferrata with Jánošíkova diera (Jánošík's Hole). The route is only 30 meters long and located at a low height above the ground. It leads over a steep rock and requires crossing a crevice – Jánošíkova diera. This is a cave in the rock, 9 meters long, with the possibility of a horizontal entry along a safety cable. This via ferrata section is suitable for practicing movement on via ferratas and also offers the smallest adventurers a chance to try out a via ferrata route.

Via ferratový svet consists of 6 via ferrata routes interconnected by technical elements such as bird's nests, a pendulum, a balance beam, or rope bridges. The training via ferrata is designed for practicing the conquering of via ferrata routes and handling via ferrata equipment. Here, you can test your skills before heading out on the Traverz via ferrata, which leads through the rock massif between the ski slopes. It includes various adventure elements, including a bird's nest, bridges, and a ladder. The via ferrata route crosses with the Hrebeňová via ferrata, leading along a prominent mountain ridge.

A more demanding route is the Via Commo via ferrata, leading along a wooden bridge in a rock notch, over the summit rock wall, and up to the rock tower. And here, the real adventure begins – a rope bridge 32 meters long, positioned an incredible 35 meters above the terrain. The arduous journey across the abyss ends with an observation footbridge with a glass floor. Here, truly magnificent views of Skalka, Krížna, and the entire Turiec region will open up to you. The most difficult route of the entire system is the F-úha via ferrata, with a length of 45 meters and an 11-meter overhang. This section is extremely demanding and is recommended only to truly experienced climbers. It is a climbing wall in the truest sense of the word, secured with a via ferrata cable. As preparation for conquering it, you can use the Malá výzva E-jha via ferrata, with a length of 16 meters and a 3-meter overhang.

If you love adrenaline and enjoy pushing your limits, be sure not to miss this via ferrata route when visiting Kremnica, one you will not forget for the rest of your life. You can combine your adventure in nature with a visit to the Kremnická mincovňa (Kremnica Mint) or the unique Múzeum mincí a medailí (Museum of Coins and Medals). You can experience a visit to the underground mine in the Banské múzeum Štôlňa Andrej (Mining Museum Andrej Adit). There is certainly no shortage of unique experiences in Kremnica. The same applies to the variety of accommodation offers near the Via ferrata on Skalka. Accommodation in Kremnica and the surrounding areas represents a whole spectrum of popular cabins and cottages, pleasant guest houses, and attractive apartments. Plan a holiday you will never forget.