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Need a break from daily responsibilities? We have a great tip for you! Come clear your head in the Botanický park botanical park, which you can find in the area of the Renaissance manor house in Lednické Rovne. A magical green oasis of peace awaits you here. Covering an area of 20 hectares, you can view various rare plants and trees, which began to be planted as early as the beginning of the 18th century. A visit to the park will recharge your batteries and harmonize both body and soul.

Botanický park Lednické Rovne was built after the English model with various artificially created ruins of bastions, broken pillars, obelisks, and turrets, elegantly complemented by a small temple of the goddess Minerva. Its creation dates back to the second half of the 17th century, when Count František Rákoci II had one hundred linden trees planted here. Further planting and modernization of the park was continued by the Dutch Count Aspremont in 1824. A significant contribution to the building of the park was made by the famous Hungarian botanist and director of the university botanical garden in Budapest, Anton Rochel.

During a walk through the park, you can admire the amazing scenery of a chestnut avenue and rich pine stands, as well as a quantity of plane trees, and beautifully colored Japanese maples are not missing either. Among the most beautiful greenery in the park are magnolias, rhododendrons, roses, as well as diverse rock plants, groundsel, and climbing ivy. In addition to a small pond with a statue of the ancient god Neptune, the park is dominated by an observation tower and a Renaissance mausoleum with a domed roof and a turret.

Count Aspremont had an ancient church built in the park, surrounded by a cemetery with tasteful gravestones. The count himself is buried here, as well as his wife, for whom he had a sarcophagus made of red-veined marble constructed. A stone Gothic gate with a round guardhouse in the rear part of the park has also been preserved.

A dendrological rarity of the park is a small-leaved linden with a chest-height girth of 660 cm, whose width at ground level is a respectable 900 cm. Rare pedunculate oaks with a girth of 150–200 cm have also been preserved in abundant numbers. Another curiosity is twelve Canadian poplars imported from the Netherlands, from which all the poplars in the area originate.

In 1945, the Lednice estate was nationalized, and the manor house standing by the park was converted into a school. The village of Lednické Rovne will certainly charm you with the Slovenské sklárske múzeum museum as well, which will guide you through the history of glassmaking in the village. After visiting Botanický park, head straight to the summer swimming pool and enjoy the hot sun rays by the pools. If you like the idea of such a relaxing holiday, you can find the best accommodation near Botanický park Lednické Rovne on our accommodation in Lednické Rovne page. It is entirely up to you whether you prefer quality services in guesthouses or privacy in one of the romantic cottages.

Kúpele Nimnica spa is located at an altitude of 300 m a.s.l., in the valley of the Váh river, between the towns of Púchov and Považská Bystrica. It ranks among the youngest Slovak spas, with some calling it the "mineral pearl of Slovakia." Mineral springs of rather cooler water (10–15 °C) enriched with magnesium, potassium, sodium, iodine, chlorine, calcium, iron, and free carbon dioxide have a beneficial effect on the treatment of patients. They come here with indicated circulatory and digestive tract diseases, oncological diseases, metabolic and endocrine disorders, non-tubercular respiratory diseases, nervous system diseases, gynecological diseases, musculoskeletal disorders, and occupational diseases.

When clean, salty, sparkling water was discovered during the deepening of the Váh riverbed in 1953, the history of Kúpele Nimnica began to be written. Analyses and surveys were conducted to determine its composition. As workers continued to construct the Nosická vodná nádrž reservoir, they drank the gushing water. Even then, its healing effects were discovered, which water analyses only confirmed. The water has a beneficial effect both externally and internally. And although the spa has been operating for only a "few" years (since 1959) compared to older Slovak mainstays, it has rightfully earned its place as a true healing location from which people leave healthier, more energetic, and happier.

Kúpele Nimnica has found its visitors among both locals and foreigners. In fact, more and more guests from abroad visit it. The springs of healing mineral water are used for various methods. Treatment takes place in the form of drinking cures, inhalation cures, and spa treatments. The last mentioned utilizes several procedures. These include hydrotherapy, iontophoresis, physical therapy, galvanization, shortwave diathermy, sunlamp therapy, faradization, and physical exercise. An interesting technique is the method of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), which is also frequently sought after by athletes. Classic, reflexology, lymphatic, honey detox, hot stone, and cupping massages are also popular. Everything is, of course, appropriately complemented by medical nutrition. The diet is adapted to the needs of individual clients, being balanced and dietary. The services of a psychologist are also available.

The medical wellness center and the salt cave are very popular among guests. The wellness center features a warm water pool, whirlpool, Kneipp bath, tepidariums, and various types of saunas. Finnish, herbal, steam, infrared, salt. Which one is your favorite? The salt cave offers another form of relaxation. It has a very specific microclimate that affects breathing and successfully helps in the fight against fatigue and stress. It is recommended for patients and visitors who have digestive tract problems, reduced thyroid activity, or suffer from dermatological conditions. And of course, it is primarily recommended as a supportive treatment for the upper and lower respiratory tracts.

A guest should leave the spa completely regenerated, which is why you can take advantage of beauty services such as hair styling, cosmetics, and pedicures. And how about making your stay at the spa not only relaxing and health-restoring, but also truly unforgettable? Specifically, we have in mind a wedding or a celebration of a major anniversary. Alternatively, there is also an option for companies, as Kúpele Nimnica has both luxurious and standard spaces available for rent, designed for various training sessions or conferences. Consider it, employees would certainly welcome such an interesting experience.

Are you worried about how to fill your free time between individual procedures? There is no need for that at all! The spa complex features a fitness center, a social pavilion, and a café. Sports-minded guests will appreciate the multifunctional sports ground, billiards, bowling, table tennis, and outdoor chess. The surroundings of Kúpele Nimnica offer plenty of enjoyment, especially for nature lovers. There are numerous cycling and hiking paths that will lead you to the nearby forest park as well as to more distant corners of the Javorníky mountains. The nearby Nosická vodná nádrž reservoir is a popular recreational area. At the reservoir, you can enjoy swimming, water sports, and fishing, or you can try a sightseeing boat cruise. Swaying on the waves, you will find that everything suddenly takes on a slightly different touch.

However, the surrounding area also offers many monuments and attractions that would be a shame to miss. In Púchov, there is a sought-after archaeological museum and a wheel museum, while in Lednické Rovne, you will find the Slovenské sklárske múzeum (Slovak Glass Museum). Following the traces of glass production, for which this region is renowned, is a real experience. Ilava is known not only for its prison, but also for its beautiful manor house, which is home to another museum. Trenčín is famous for its dominant landmark, which many admire right from the highway, naturally, we are talking about the medieval Trenčiansky hrad castle.

Book your accommodation in the surroundings of Kúpele Nimnica and come discover the beauty of the Trenčín region for yourself. From your stay, you will bring home not only stronger health, perhaps a new friendship or love, but also many experiences. The accommodation page Nimnica will help you choose your lodging, and everything else will be entirely up to you.

The Vodná nádrž Nosice water reservoir extends over an area of nearly 6 kilometers in the Trenčiansky kraj between the towns of Púchov and Považská Bystrica. It is also part of the Vážska kaskáda, a set of dams built on the Váh river, such as Liptovská Mara, the Bešeňová water reservoir, or Sĺňava. The Nosice reservoir is also known by many under the name Priehrada mládeže. This water body abounds with a beautiful natural surroundings and scenery that is enjoyed not only by local residents.

The Vodná nádrž Nosice water reservoir is the oldest dam on the Váh. Its construction began as early as 1949. The hydroelectric power plant, which is part of the dam wall, was built somewhat later, in 1957. Like other reservoirs on the Váh, it serves primarily to balance the water flow in the longest Slovak river and also to prevent floods in surrounding towns and villages.

The Nosice water body does not have a recreational center and is not all that well known. Nevertheless, people like to use it, for example, for boating, windsurfing, and in some places even for swimming. Cyclists, in turn, like to ride their bikes along the reservoir and admire the views of the surrounding hills of the Javorníky mountain range. The interesting S-shape makes the Nosice reservoir a popular trip not only for cyclists but also for lovers of long walks.

During the excavation of the Vodná nádrž Nosice near the village of Nimnica, water that was salty and fizzy was accidentally discovered. Upon examination, it was found to be a rare mineral spring with healing effects, and thus the youngest Slovak spa of the same name, Nimnica, was also established. You can find the spa on the southern side of the reservoir near the dam wall and the Nosice power plant.

Cyprinid fish thrive very well in the Vodná nádrž Nosice water reservoir. Fishermen can catch pike-perch, bream, eels, carp, and pike here. The fishing ground is designated as the Pod Dubovcom ground and extends from the Orlové city part of Považská Bystrica all the way to the Upohlav part of the village of Udiča. The quiet environment and magnificent surrounding nature make this reservoir an ideal place for a good fishing trip.

Have you decided to take a trip or holiday to this location? We offer you accommodation near the Vodná nádrž Nosice water reservoir, accommodation in Púchov, or accommodation in Považská Bystrica on our portal. You will also find other interesting tips for trips in the surroundings of Púchov with us. Do not hesitate and book your cottage, chalet, or apartment today and enjoy your holiday by the water.

A romantic manor house built in the Neo-Gothic style is an unexpected architectural gem of the tiny village of Bohunice, located on the right bank of the Váh river, not far from the town of Ilava. The museum, which is part of the property, showcases the region of the surrounding Biele Karpaty. Follow the footsteps of history to this remarkably beautiful place and let yourself be enchanted by the atmosphere that reigns here.

The first mention of the manor house dates back to 1712, but the curia acquired its present appearance in the mid-19th century. Hungarian noble families Medňanský and Kubínyi contributed to the reconstruction in the spirit of historical Romanticism between the years 1861 and 1866. To meet the needs of the noble families, Kaplnka sv. Cyrila a Metoda, serving as a family crypt, was built in the grounds with an English park and a pond. A sad story of the Kubínyi family is tied to the building. Juraj Kubínyi and his wife Jana Medňanská, who was the daughter of Alojz Medňanský, a prominent author of works such as Dejiny slovenských hradov (History of Slovak Castles) or Malebná cesta dolu Váhom (A Picturesque Journey Down the Váh), used the manor house as their family residence. After the birth of their daughter Mária, a cholera epidemic broke out in the area, claiming Jana Medňanská and her little daughter as victims in 1866. The heartbroken Juraj Kubínyi had the Neo-Gothic crypt built to lay their bodies to rest, and he himself was laid to rest there in 1902 as the last heir to Medňanský's estate. Since then, the curia changed hands, belonging for instance to Žigmund Rizner, brother of Ľudmila Podjavorinská, who allegedly wrote her famous rhymed fairytale "Čin-čin" inspired by the sparrows in the local English park.

In the 1950s, the residence was seized from the family by the regime of the time, and a library, a folk school, and a shop were established in the premises of the manor house. From 1989 onwards, the building fell into disrepair. It was not until 2010 that the necessary subsidy for reconstruction was successfully obtained, and Múzeum regiónu Bielych Karpát opened its doors in the newly renovated premises in 2012. Since the village of Bohunice does not have its own cultural hall, it also uses the manor house for cultural and social events. The grounds can also be used for weddings and wedding photo shoots.

Múzeum regiónu Bielych Karpát offers a rich array of interesting exhibitions. You will be welcomed by wax figures of prominent personalities from the MAS Vršatec project (a local action group, a civic association), such as Vojtech Zamarovský, St. Benedict, or Božena Riznerová Obrová. For nature lovers, an exhibition of animals and butterflies from the Biele Karpaty region is prepared. Motoring enthusiasts will be pleased by an exhibition of motorcycles on loan from Vlastivedné múzeum v Považskej Bystrici, documenting their production in Považské strojárne between 1947 and 2009. Last but not least, artistic souls will find their delight in the permanent exhibition Genius Loci, featuring works by Bohunice native and academic painter Ján Matejko (1919–1980). The mystery of the art of glassmaking, along with an overview of 20th-century production from the glassworks and glass museum in Lednické Rovne, will be revealed to you by the local glass exhibition. Equally beautiful art, though the art of the written word, is represented by the exhibition of Ľudmila Podjavorinská, whose works have accompanied many from childhood into adulthood. Finally, the museum also hides the antique boudoir of opera singer and actress Božena Riznerová Obrová and an extraordinary ethnographic exhibition of hemp canvas production.

After touring the interior spaces, do not forget to visit the adjacent English park with its small pond and Kaplnka sv. Cyrila a Metoda. The park is dominated by a central trio of trees, a linden, a hornbeam, and a maple, whose crowns form a heart recognizable from a distance, enhancing the magical atmosphere of this place.

Not only the village of Bohunice, but the entire region offers breathtaking places worth visiting. Find accommodation near Kaštieľ a Múzeum regiónu Bielych Karpát, for example in the surrounding guesthouses or apartments. A diverse range of accommodation is also offered by nearby picturesque villages in the foothills of Vršatecké bradlá. You are guaranteed to experience a great stay here, complemented by many memorable experiences from visiting the museum.

Many tourists head out for a winter holiday in the Javorníky mountains, located in the Kysuce region, northwest of the town of Čadca. If you would like to get to know this area as well, you are certainly looking for a suitable ski resort. There are plenty of them across the entire Javorníky region, but they are mostly smaller with a homely atmosphere. If you prefer skiing in a larger and more modern resort, we have a great tip for you. It is Ski centrum Kohútka.

You do not have to worry about the fact that it is a ski resort on the border between the Czech Republic and Slovakia. It is located only approximately 30 km from Čadca, and in less than half an hour's drive, you are there. And trust us, those few kilometers are worth it! Nor do you need to worry about having to exchange money. Ski Kohútka is used to the influx of skiers from Slovakia, and you can easily pay for a ski pass in euros. Likewise, in restaurants, you can purchase refreshments in euros or use the increasingly popular payment by card.

Ski centrum Kohútka is an exceptionally comprehensive ski resort with a great future. Everyone will find something to enjoy here, from the youngest skiers to lovers of the steepest slopes. The ski resort is situated at an altitude of 715 to 913 meters above sea level. That is not much, but Javorníky in combination with artificial snowmaking are a sufficient guarantee of a properly long winter season.

Let's get to the most important part. What have they prepared for you in this border ski resort? Here you will find as many as 10 slopes designed for everyone. 5 of them are marked in blue, where beginner skiers in particular will enjoy themselves. 4 slopes are red, suitable for more demanding skiers and family skiing as well. And you will also find 1 black slope here, which, with a length of 850 meters, is intended for the best skiers.

The total length of all slopes is almost 7 km, so it is definitely not a small ski resort. The number of transport facilities corresponds to this as well. Here you will find a central 4-seater chairlift, where you will probably spend the most time. Why? When you get off it, you have a choice of 3 options to get to the lower station of the resort. One of them is a blue slope, the second is red, and the third is black. In addition to the chairlift, there are 6 other ski lifts in the resort, thanks to which you will never spend more time in line than you would like. We have not yet mentioned the longest slope in the resort. It has a respectable 1,600 meters and will satisfy even the most demanding.

Ski centrum Kohútka is perhaps the best-equipped resort in the region. It offers a rich selection of additional services. Equipment rental, ski service, and a ski school are a matter of course. In addition, you will find a children's ski park, a number of high-quality restaurants, snack bars, or a brand-name ski test center where you can try riding the latest models.

Despite the fact that the ski resort is located right on the border, a varied palette of quality accommodation services will surprise you. Right in the resort itself, you will find many accommodation options, especially pleasant cottages right by the slopes. Mountain hotels and tourist hostels are also numerous. An interesting feature of the entire Javorníky area is its typical scattered settlement, and if your heart desires an escape from everyday stress, you can find your own cottage in seclusion. From there, you can head out among the people on the slopes of Kohútka and enjoy a carefree winter holiday.