Green point - vyhliadková veža
In the region of central and western Slovakia, there are two interesting tourist locations associated with the name Green Point and the Kukla hill.
Green Point nad Kluknavou is a unique 35-meter-high lookout tower situated on the Kremenec hill at an altitude of 681 m above sea level. It is the first energy self-sufficient lookout tower in Slovakia, using solar panels and wind turbines to generate its own electricity. This smart structure made of galvanized iron and larch wood is equipped with LED lighting with motion sensors and offers visitors free charging for mobile phones and e-bikes. A circular panoramic view of Kráľova hoľa, Sľubica, Kloptaň, and the panorama of Spiš opens up from its top. The lookout tower on the Kukla hill (564 m above sea level) is located in the Malé Karpaty mountain range above the village of Píla near Modra. The current 12-meter-high wooden structure stands on the site of the original tower and offers one of the most beautiful views of the nearby Hrad Červený Kameň castle. The Kukla hill is steeped in legends of medieval witches and, thanks to its accessibility, is a popular destination for easy hiking. The location is part of a protected landscape area, and marked hiking trails connecting Modra-Piesok with the valley of the Gidra stream pass through it.
What can you find here?
Near the Green Point tower, you will find modern technological facilities, information panels on renewable energy sources, and a relaxation area with charging stations. On the Kukla hill, there is a classic wooden lookout tower with a ladder climb, near which fire pits and seating for hikers are built. In both cases, these are places that combine active relaxation with exploring local nature.
Who is the place suitable for?
Both locations are ideal for families with children and recreational hikers looking for a half-day trip. Thanks to its technological aspect, Green Point nad Kluknavou is also attractive to fans of modern design and ecology, while Kukla in the Malé Karpaty attracts lovers of traditional hiking and history. The ascent to both view points is moderately demanding and can be handled by seniors or active cyclists as well.
What can you visit in the surrounding area?
In the vicinity of Kluknava, you can visit the Baroque-Neoclassical manor house in Kluknava or the historical wooden bridge over the Hornád river in the village of Štefanská Huta. Near the Kukla hill, there is the majestic Hrad Červený Kameň castle, an educational trail in the Zochova chata locality, or the rock formation Traja jazdci. For wine lovers, numerous wineries are available in the town of Modra and its district Kráľová.
