Bojnice Castle
One of Slovakia's most visited castles, in neo-Gothic style. A guide to the tour, the cave beneath it and the area, 19 minutes from Glamping Resort.
BOJNICE & SURROUNDINGS
Bojnice National Zoo
Bojnice National Zoo is the oldest zoo in Slovakia, with more than 360 species. African elephants, a lemur island, a marine aquarium and a petting zoo.
In the Footsteps of History: Sivý Kameň Castle
Sivý Kameň Castle in Podhradie is a 14th-century ruin with beautiful views of the area. An easy walk for families, 24 minutes by car from Glamping Resort.
Lazany water reservoir
Lazany water reservoir is a 30-minute drive from Glamping Resort. Walk around the water, have a picnic, barbecue or fish, and pick blueberries in August.
Hrádok Climbing Area
Hrádok near Kamenec pod Vtáčnikom is the second largest climbing area in Slovakia: an andesite wall up to 100 m and grades from 4 to 9+.
Only 6 metres tall, with a beautiful view: Malý Ľubín lookout tower
Malý Ľubín lookout tower is a 6 m wooden structure with views of Vtáčnik, Tribeč and Pohronský Inovec. An easy loop from the Chalmová swimming pool.
Michelin bryndza from Vtáčnik
Farma pod Vtáčnikom near Glamping Resort: sheep, cows, draught beer and bryndza used by a renowned Michelin restaurant in Hungary. A tip for a forest walk.
From the motocross track to the top
Košútova skala (840 m) above Nitrianske Rudno with views of Rokoš, a freely accessible cave and the Kaňová motocross track where the hike begins.
Recreational paradise: Nitrianske Rudno
Nitrianske Rudno and its reservoir: swimming, water sports, concerts and fishing in summer, plus bowling and well-marked hiking trails in the hills around.