Adrenaline, fun and sport Krškany

You come, you paddle, you don't worry. Rafting on the Hron is an active form of relaxation and a great adventure for families and groups of friends. Your exciting route begins in Kalná nad Hronom, in the Levice district. The village lies just 8 km west of the district town, on the right bank of the river Hron. The rafting trips are carried out on the Turá – Jur nad Hronom route. Thanks to its lower difficulty, this section is suitable even for complete beginners, children, or seniors.

The rafting trip from Kalná offers two route options. The short route finishes in Turá, directly above the power plant weir. You can easily navigate the 7.5 km long watercourse in approximately 2.5 hours. The water here is calm, slow-flowing, without rapids, making it suitable even for the youngest and less adventurous paddlers. The long route mirrors the short variant in its first half. From Turá, however, it continues to Jur nad Hronom. In total, you will navigate 15 km of the watercourse. The second half of the trip is slightly more action-packed. Navigating six rapids might pleasantly boost your adrenaline level.

On the calm sections, you will admire the hidden nooks of the Hron river, observing herons, storks, cormorants, or kingfishers. Below the weir, you can take a break with pleasant refreshments or a picnic. At the end of the trip, a snack bar offering a well-chilled beer awaits you. Here you will wait for the boat crew who will come to collect the boats and equipment. In addition to a seat in the boat and a paddle, the price of the trip includes a life jacket, a waterproof barrel for belongings, helmets for children, and a basic briefing. Experienced paddlers will tell you what to watch out for, where adventurous rapids await you, how to paddle, how to avoid capsizing, and what to do if you do capsize.

You can choose a boat according to your preferences and experience. For less experienced paddlers and beginners, inflatable kayaks and rafts are suitable, which also serve families with children excellently. Seasoned water tourists can opt for a trip in a plastic canoe, and sports enthusiasts also have a fast single-person sea kayak at their disposal. The rafting trip is booked in advance online or by phone.

We recommend combining your water adventure with a visit to Energoland Mochovce and with relaxation at Wellness Kalná. In nearby Levice, be sure not to miss a visit to the unique center of fun and learning, Atlantis Center, or a tour of the night sky at Tekovská hvezdáreň. Your experiences will just be getting started with these attractions. Be sure to book accommodation near the Hron rafting route and prepare for an adventurous stay. You can choose from the accommodation options in Kalná or select suitable accommodation in Levice. In both cases, fun and adventure will be just a stone's throw away.

Operators:

• https://granus.sk +421 905 300 999 - [email protected]
• https://www.hastrman.sk +421 914 344 444 - [email protected]

Not only loaded with information but also enriched with knowledge about energy, you can leave Energoland. It is an interactive information center focused mainly on education about energy and electricity production. You will learn about how electrical energy is generated and what inputs are required for it if you visit this center.

Most of us learned in school about how energy is generated in power plants. In Mochovce, they succeeded in building the educational center Energoland in 2014, where you can see this process with your own eyes in an interactive and highly engaging way. The center is located in the village of Kalná nad Hronom, which lies between Levice and Nitra. Entrance to the center is free of charge, so not only students but also adult visitors can find something to enjoy.

Energoland consists of more than 30 objects, applications, and interactive exhibits. Through the combination of entertainment and education, its visitors can gain information not only about energy and electricity production, but also about global warming or the carbon footprint. Have you heard about the energy mix, how the power grid is managed, or what radiation affects us? So that you do not focus your perspective only on information about nuclear energy, you can learn more about the sources from which energy can be produced via boards or a mobile app. It does not have to be just water, the sun, or wind; there can be other options as well.

An interesting feature of this project is that a virtual guide named Gaia, which in Greek mythology means the mother of Earth, will accompany you throughout the entire tour. She can direct you to a 3D cinema, where you will be thrilled by the movie blockbuster Odyssey of Energy (Odysea energie). The film presents information about the development of the universe, Earth, and energy sources since the Big Bang 13.8 billion years ago. Popular exhibits also include a model of an emission-free motorcycle, an engaging interactive LED floor, or a thermal mirror. The Energy Map (Mapa energie) will also guide you in the right direction. If you do not know what to imagine under that name, set off to Energoland.

Enthusiastic from the tour and with photos in your mobile device, you can leave for your homes. If you are not directly from the Levice district, it is a good idea to plan a visit to Energoland as one of the places to head out to on a trip. You can continue to Tekovská hvezdáreň observatory, where they will bring all the formations in our sky closer to you. From there, you can also go for a great horseback ride. Peaceful horses are kept directly at Ranč u Bobiho. In Levice, which is just a few kilometers from Kalná nad Hronom, you can delve into history thanks to the local castle, Levický hrad. From there, they will also recommend a trip to Tekovské múzeum museum and to other interesting places in the surroundings.

Is this too much information for you? No problem. It is good to process it in the bed of your accommodation near Energoland. As a family, you can easily book a separate cottage in Kalná nad Hronom and enjoy a pleasant summer holiday. If you visit this place with a school during an excursion, staying in a hostel in Kalná nad Hronom will be more economical and budget-friendly for you. We do not know the purpose of your stay, but we know the accommodation providers who have the best accommodation in Slovakia in our offer, and we can advise you on where to lay your head during your trip.