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There are several villages in the Považie region that are well worth a visit. The picturesque village of Podolie is one of them. As part of your tour, in addition to the Roman Catholic church and the wooden bell tower, do not miss Matúšovo kráľovstvo. It is an interesting tourism project thanks to which miniatures of various fascinating attractions located in Slovakia were created. Come and see interesting objects in scaled-down form situated in a compact area.

The miniature park Matúšovo kráľovstvo is located on the main street of this village. The area boasts an exceptional location right in the heart of the region of three castles, Čachtice, Beckov, and Tematín. Access to the park is simple. After paying a nominal entrance fee, you can transport yourself to places that would otherwise take hours of driving and your time by car or other means of transport. The exhibition of this park is located outdoors. Therefore, it is a good idea to check the weather forecast so that the weather does not spoil your best experience of the tour.

Excursionists enjoy visiting this place because its grounds feature more than 80 models of various castles, châteaux, churches, cottages, and observation towers, as well as birthplaces of prominent Slovak personalities. You can see with your own eyes what Hrad Krásna Hôrka looked like before it burned down. Or will you transport yourself in your imagination to times past when the Lord of the Váh and Tatras, Matúš Čák Trenčiansky, lived at Trenčiansky hrad? Or perhaps you will be drawn to gaze at the elaborate craftsmanship of the birthplace of Pavol Országh Hviezdoslav?

All models in Park miniatúr v Podolí are built based on technical drawings. Therefore, if you come to see the model of Oravský hrad, you will find its exact copy here. This model is at a 1:50 scale, while some structures (mainly churches, cottages, and observation towers) are at a 1:25 or 1:30 scale. The goal of this area is to operate a complete educational and entertainment complex for all age categories. In the area, you will also find a souvenir shop and refreshments. So that you do not have to head back home right away, we recommend booking accommodation near Park miniatúr Matúšovo kráľovstvo.

We also invite explorers of interesting attractions to others in this region. You can easily head to the premises of Čachtické múzeum. In summer, you can cool off nicely or go for a swim in Jazero Horná Streda. You can admire art if you direct your steps to Galéria Petra Matejku. Many are also attracted by a game of golf on the manicured green course at Golf & Country Club Piešťany. To make your children happy, feel free to take them to ZOO Farma New Zealand as well.

Human beings are creatures that need to "recharge their batteries," which is best done in their own bed. We offer you the opportunity to recharge your batteries with our accommodation providers. Try using accommodation in Podolie and spend a wonderful time here. Our accommodation providers will be happy to prepare a bed for you in a hostel room, or you can opt for a comfortable apartment. We will gladly help you choose the best accommodation.

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.