Slovak Central Mountains

#187 among destinations in Slovakia

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The Slovak Central Mountains are a group of mountain ranges in southern central Slovakia. The town of Zvolen lies roughly in the centre of the mountains. ()

Local name: Slovenské stredohorie Coordinates: 48°30'0"N, 19°0'0"E

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BanskobystrickýSlovakia

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Slovak Central Mountains – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pustý hrad, Kalvária Banská Štiavnica, Nový zámok, Park of Generous Souls.

6.3 miNE
Ruins, Forts and castles, Archaeological site
Pustý hrad, Zvolen
160 min walk • Pustý hrad, an ancient castle ruin perched above the city of Zvolen in central Slovakia, is a testament to the region's rich medieval history. As an archaeological site, Pustý hrad - literally translating to "Deserted Castle" - offers a glimpse into the past, with...
4.9 miSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Kalvária Banská Štiavnica, Banská Štiavnica
126 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic town of Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia, the Kalvária Banská Štiavnica is a remarkable complex of churches and chapels that stands as a testament to the town's religious heritage and architectural prowess.
5.6 miSW
History museum, Forts and castles
Nový zámok, Banská Štiavnica
144 min walk • Nový zámok is a castle in Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia. The castle is located on a hill south of the city center at an altitude of 630m above sealevel, marking the highest point of the city center.
7.3 miNE
Park
Park of Generous Souls, Zvolen
185 min walk • The Park of Generous Souls, nestled in the heart of Zvolen, Slovakia, serves as a poignant reminder of the city's historical and cultural heritage. This serene space is dedicated to the memory of those who selflessly donated their organs to save the lives of others.
5.7 miSW
Church, Gothic architecture
St. Catherine's Church, Banská Štiavnica
145 min walk • St. Catherine's Church is a Late Gothic church in the town in Banska Stiavnica, Slovakia. It is dedicated to Saint Catherine of Alexandria. The construction is dated between years 1488 and 1491 and the church was consecrated in 1500. Fifty years later it was promoted to the status of a parish church.
6 miSW
Forts and castles
Kaštieľ vo Svätom Antone
153 min walk • The Saint Anton mansion also referred to as the mansion Antol or Kohárovský mansion is a manor house located under the forest in the village of Svätý Anton, near from Banská Štiavnica. It is quite well preserved late Baroque -...
7.1 miNW
Forts and castles
Hrad Šášov
182 min walk • Castle Šášov - ruins of the castle in Żar nad Hron in the Banskobystrzycki country in Slovakia. The castle was erected on the northern edge of the Szczawnickie Mountains, on a steep rock rising above the Hron.
7.2 miNW
Neighbourhood
Šášovské Podhradie
184 min walk • Šášovské Podhradie is a neighbourhood and a city part of Žiar nad Hronom, located some 5 km southeast of the city center.
7.3 miNE
Universities and schools
Technical University in Zvolen, Zvolen
187 min walk • Technical University in Zvolen or Technická univerzita vo Zvolene is a public university located in Zvolen, Slovakia. This university is a member of European Forest Institute.
7.2 miNE
Sport, Sport venue
Zvolen Ice Stadium, Zvolen
183 min walk • Zimný štadión Zvolen is an arena in Zvolen, Slovakia. It is primarily used for ice hockey and is the home arena of HKm Zvolen. It has a capacity of 5,675 people and was built in 1969.