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Chodník korunami stromov

Chodník korunami stromov

Ždiar

In the heart of the Pieninský národný park national park, a 1,234 m long walk along an unconventional trail awaits you. You can look at the forests of Spišská Magura almost from a bird's-eye perspective in the village of Ždiar in Bachledova dolina. From above the treetops, you will see the local forests with a new perspective. At a height of 24 meters above the ground, you can touch the treetops.

Long, wooden, magical, unconventional, frequently mentioned, and widely visited. Chodník korunami stromov in Bachledka. A new, and by Slovak standards unique attraction, has enchanted visitors of both the Vysoké Tatry and Pieniny. It has won the hearts of active and passive tourists alike, becoming a topic of conversation for everyone planning to visit our high mountains. Let's take a closer look at this phenomenon.

At a height of 24 m above the ground, you can almost touch the treetops. Or ascend to the highest point of the observation tower and enjoy the view of Zamagurie, Pieniny, and the Belianske Tatry. A 360-degree panoramic view awaits you right on the border between the Pieninský národný park and the Tatranský národný park. You will learn interesting facts about the life of local flora and fauna, the power of weather, and nature conservation from the educational panels placed along the trail. If self-study is not for you, arrange your visit to the trail in a larger group. Qualified guides from the Pieninský národný park are available for groups. If you don't feel up to the approximately 45-minute climb, let a cable car take you up to the trail. On the way down, you can take a truly unconventional ride on a 67-meter-long dry slide.

Other attractions in Bachledova dolina

Bachledova dolina is a great place for the whole family in any season. In the warmer months, hikes of various difficulty levels will likely appeal to you. You can tackle them on foot or by mountain bike. More than 130 km of mountain biking trails are prepared to be conquered. They are suitable for beginners, casual cyclists, as well as experienced cross-country and all-mountain riders.

Children will get to know the surrounding nature in a playful way thanks to the children's educational trail. Both a small and a large loop are available. In addition to information about the inhabitants of the surrounding forest, the youngest tourists will also be engaged by movement tasks and forest games at individual stops. Little detectives can set off on a search for Gorgy's elixir of life. This forest man obtains ingredients directly from nature, and you will uncover them thanks to clues scattered along the adventurous path.

Adrenaline fans will not pass up a ride on the longest toboggan run in the Tatras. Its length of 1,200 m, an elevation drop of 111 meters, a maximum speed of 40 km per hour, and 15 turns guarantee an adrenaline-filled and fun ride. An unconventional way down the slope also awaits you with a disc golf set. The 9-hole course offers an opportunity for active fun for the entire family.

In the Bachledka resort, you will also find space for other physical activities. Run after a ball on the highest-located football pitch in Slovakia. Jump on two professional trampolines designed not only for children. The youngest ones will go wild on swings, climbing frames, a castle, and slides at the playground. They can feed and pet animals in the children's Mini ZOO.

Winter in Bachledova dolina

In winter, Bachledka becomes a paradise for skiers of all age groups. In addition to high-quality, artificially snowed, and groomed slopes, several special treats await you. How about a ride on freestyle slopes in deep powder? Or would you prefer pristine corduroy in the early morning hours instead? Or will you succumb to the magic of the night during night skiing? Beginners will master the basics of skiing thanks to experienced instructors and the safe environment of the children's ski area. For small skiers who no longer need an instructor, a safe children's area with plenty of gates, obstacles, and children's figures is designated. Cross-country skiing enthusiasts won't miss out either. A total of 20 km of cross-country trails awaits them here.

Accommodation near Chodník korunami stromov

Bachledova dolina is popular among both domestic and foreign visitors. Here you will find accommodation suitable for all age, interest, and price categories. Do you fancy the authentic atmosphere of a wooden cottage, cabin, or log cabin? Would you prefer comfortable accommodation in a hotel or guesthouse? Or does the family atmosphere of sub-mountain apartments or private rooms suit you best? It is entirely up to you which type of accommodation you choose. A truly varied offer is at your disposal.

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Prielom Hornádu

Prielom Hornádu

Smižany

Prielom Hornádu is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in Národný park Slovenský raj. It is located in the Košický kraj region in the Spišská Nová Ves district. The route is interwoven with numerous ladders, bridges, footbridges, and chains, so do not forget to wear sturdy footwear. If you are at least a slightly fit hiker, the adventure can begin.

Starting points for you can be the villages of Smižany, Čingov, Spišské Tomášovce, Hrabušice, Letanovce, or Podlesok. In 1964, Prielom Hornádu was declared a National Nature Reserve, and rightly so. The trail is 16 km long and here you will find exceptional fauna and flora, natural scenery, and geomorphological phenomena. Information boards are available to you. Kaňon Hornádu is in some places only a few meters wide. However, the elevation gain you tackle here is over 300 meters. Truly an adrenaline-pumping attraction.

Definitely do not bring very young children here and do not come if you are afraid of heights. On the contrary, if you have courage and good physical condition, Prielom Hornádu is the right choice for a trip for you. If you set off from the village of Podlesok, you will come across several benches for resting or a spring with drinking water. The hiking trail will lead you through diverse sections with beautiful waterfalls. Perhaps the most beautiful is Obrovský vodopád, which reaches a height of up to 60 meters.

Prielom Hornádu is accessible all year round. In winter, however, the water freezes in some places. The ladders and footbridges are slippery, so you need to be careful during the ascent. In the summer months, boating on the Hornád river is popular. However, you can only navigate in small watercraft. Rafting is not permitted. Do not forget to register on the website of Národný park Slovenský raj.

If you are planning to visit Slovenský raj, it is not only the Hornád gorge that will be a great attraction for you. We also recommend visiting Kláštorská roklina, which is rich in breathtaking waterfalls, or Tomášovský výhľad, from whose heights you can see far and wide.

The nature of Národný park Slovenský raj is unforgettable, and it is certainly worth coming here for a holiday. You will find ideal accommodation near Prielom Hornádu with us. You can also choose from a wide range of accommodation in Slovenský raj. You will remember the hiking you experience here for a long time to come.

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Monkova dolina

Monkova dolina

Ždiar

If you are not afraid of a more demanding hike and like to learn something along the way, we will direct you to Ždiar and from there to Monkova dolina, where you can walk an interesting educational trail.

The 5 km long Monkova dolina is situated in the northern part of Belianske Tatry. At the head of this glacier-origin valley rise the peaks Hlúpy and Ždiarska vidla. The valley was named after the once widespread Ždiar surname Monka, although it is not known what relationship the Monka family had to it, whether they were the owners or leased it.

An educational trail leads through Monkova dolina, which is very beautiful, but at the same time demanding. On the more than 8 km long route with 6 stops, you need to expect a steep climb and a large elevation gain (945 m). The trail will guide you from Ždiar across the confluence of the Biela stream and Rígeľský potok, then through Monkova dolina, via Široké sedlo all the way to Kopské sedlo. Along the way, views await you not only of Belianske Tatry, but from Široké sedlo also of Vysoké Tatry. In addition to views of blooming meadows, you might also get the chance to spot chamois. The trail is accessible only from mid-June to the end of October. At the beginning of the route at the mouth of Monkova dolina, an entrance fee must be paid. Completing the trail takes about 4 to 5 hours.

Monkova dolina is not the only place you can head to from Ždiar. Plan a trip to Belasé pleso, or visit Bachledova dolina with Chodník korunami stromov. If you are interested in folk architecture, visit Ľudové múzeum - Ždiarsky dom; for children, Family Park Strachankovo or Svetelný dóm will be a great experience. In Belianske Tatry, discover Belianska jaskyňa as well. And you can enjoy winter on the slopes of resorts directly in Ždiar – Strednica, Krasuľa, Strachan, or Monkova dolina.

For all of this, you will need pleasant accommodation, and there is certainly no shortage of it here. The most common type of accommodation in Ždiar are chalets and traditional wooden houses, which will provide you with complete privacy and very good amenities, making you feel right at home. Practically equipped and well-located are apartments, which can often be found, for example, near ski slopes. Guesthouses also offer very good services, often featuring their own restaurant or even a wellness area. Monkova dolina is already looking forward to you conquering it. Rent comfortable accommodation in Ždiar and set off on an educational hike.

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Zadné Meďodoly

Zadné Meďodoly

Tatranská Javorina

If you love nature and long walks, set out with us along the Náučný chodník Zadné Meďodoly educational trail and discover the beauty of the Tatras nature. Beneath this mysterious name hides a tourist educational trail in the Belianske Tatry mountains. This blue-marked trail starts near the Pošta bus stop in Tatranská Javorina (1,000 m above sea level) and ends at Kopské sedlo at an altitude of 1,750 m. Take a family trip and enjoy your stay in nature in the fresh air.

Zadné Meďodoly covers approximately 8.5 km, packed with interesting information and facts. Families with children can complete this mountain walk in 3 hours. From 10 information boards, you will learn more about the flora and fauna, the history of the valley, rocks and water, as well as what troubles the Tatras forest. You will also learn that the ruler of the forest is the bear, which has two wooden statues built here.

Walking along this new educational trail is a true experience. The surrounding nature, the sound of gurgling streams, and the forest inhabitants will surely evoke pleasant feelings in you. With its difficulty level, it is suitable for families with children as well as active seniors. The trail is perfectly maintained and you will find many seating areas for a potential rest or a snack. From Tatranská Javorina, along the trail that leads beside the Javorinka stream, you will reach the cozy Horáreň Pod Muráňom forestry lodge, where a small dachshund will welcome you. At this spot, you will learn more about the geological composition of the Tatras and how they acquired their present shape. You will also read about forest protection in the national parks of Slovakia and about the calamity caused by the bark beetle. This section of the trail is also accessible to wheelchair users and families with strollers. The most interesting peak in this part of the Belianske Tatry is Muráň, which entered history through the breeding of ibexes, which Prince Hohenlohe once raised there.

During the walk, you will come across a real curiosity: a spring gushing out of the ground. It is a very abundant water source that spews out approximately 150 liters of water per second. The trail continues into the Bránka gorge, which was created by the erosive action of the Meďodolský potok stream and rainfall activity after the retreat of glaciers. The total length of the gorge is 185 m. At the spot where the dense forest ends, you can relax at the Studnička resting place, where wooden statues of a small bear cub and its mother bear are placed. These were created by the hands of a skilled folk woodcarver from the nearby village of Ždiar. After a short break, you will find yourself on a trail where the forest is sparser, and from a distance, a view of Kopské sedlo will open up before you. In the meadow, you can admire rare flora, such as Rosebay Willowherb, Willow Gentian, or Jacquin's Ragwort. Blueberries and lingonberries grow along the trail. Above the upper timberline, you have the opportunity to discover other alpine plants, such as Spring Gentian or Evergreen Saxifrage. The final stop of our hike is Kopské sedlo, which forms the border between the Belianske Tatry and the Vysoké Tatry mountains. Your reward will be a view of all of Zadné Meďodoly and the Vysoké Tatry. Here you can decide in which direction you will continue. However, do not forget that this educational trail is accessible to the public only during the summer season from June 15 to October 31.

Náučný chodník Zadné Meďodoly is the 7th educational trail created for tourists by the Štátne lesy TANAP-u. Spend your holiday in the Belianske Tatry and discover other interesting attractions in the surrounding area as well. Do not search for unnecessarily expensive hotels. Accommodation in the vicinity of Náučný chodník Zadné Meďodoly can be found on our page cheap accommodation Belianske Tatry. You will certainly choose from a variety of cottages and charming wooden cabins. If you are not afraid of heights, visit the tourist-sought Chodník Korunami stromov in Bachledova dolina. Enjoy a beautiful view of the surrounding nature from a height of 24 m above the ground. Choose from our rich offer of accommodation in Bachledova dolina, which is a very popular destination for local as well as foreign visitors. Choose from our rich offer of accommodation; it is entirely up to you whether you decide on stylish apartments or give preference to fairytale wooden cottages.

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