Dudinské travertíny
The unique Dudinské travertíny are located in the well-known spa town of Dudince, in the Krupina district. They were formed by the precipitation of water around mineral springs in the park of the spa complex. A nature trail with seven stops will guide you through this national natural monument, which is managed by the State Nature Conservancy of the Slovak Republic Štiavnické vrchy. Here you can inspect the travertine field as well as a 10-meter-high travertine mound.
During your walk through the park, right near the local amphitheater, you will encounter the so-called Roman baths, also called Močidlá. This is the most famous and interesting formation from the entire system, referring to the presence of ancient Romans in our territory. The extensive field is formed by 32 travertine pools. On their walls, you can notice fossilized grasses, leaves, and tree branches. Your next stop during the walk through the travertines will be a formation called Travertínová terasa. This is the youngest terraced-shaped part, located on the bank of the Štiavnica river.
Furthermore, you can stop at the Spa Spring. The aforementioned travertine mound with a respectable height reaching 10 m was named this way. It is rumored that another formation once became a silent witness to the cruelty of the Tatars in our territory. That is precisely why it was named Tatar Travertine. In the past, the so-called Hostečný prameň was used to treat rheumatism. Today, it is also an interesting travertine formation. The romantic name of another segment, Šípová Ruženka, suggests that beautiful wild roses used to grow in the surroundings long ago. Today, an asymmetric travertine mound stands here instead of them. The last one, Eye Spring, was considered miraculous healing water in the past.
The spa town of Dudince can boast a truly unique spring of healing mineral water. You may not have even known that water of a similar composition can be found within Europe only in French Vichy. Therefore, besides touring the travertines, we definitely recommend not missing a visit to the Dudince spa or the popular thermal swimming pool Dudinka. After pleasant water relaxation, you might fancy a glass of quality wine. In that case, make sure to visit the historic cave cellar offering wine tasting.
If you have not visited this interesting corner of Slovakia yet, we recommend booking accommodation near the Dudinské travertíny right now. Accommodation in Dudince and its immediate surroundings excels primarily in a wide range of cottages and chalets, guaranteeing privacy and excellent accessibility to local attractions. Let yourself be invited on a journey to discover the beauties and wealth of our picturesque country.
