UNESCO33 min
Spiš Castle
One of the largest castle complexes in Central Europe, on a limestone rock (634 m) with panoramic views of the Spiš region.
Read more →Cultural & historical monuments and caves
Within 55 km await majestic castles, picturesque towns full of history and, as a bonus, a mysterious world underground — caves of world significance.
Where to go for history
Where to go for history
Castles & towns
45 min
Ľubovňa Castle
A stone gem from the 14th century, once a royal seat — a medieval fortress, a baroque palace and a picturesque open-air museum with a log church below the castle.
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22 min · nearest
Kežmarok Castle
A Renaissance castle from 1463 in the centre of Kežmarok — courtyard arcades, a castle chapel and the place from which the first tourist trip to the Tatras set out.
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UNESCO38 min
Levoča
A medieval pearl of Spiš with a Renaissance town hall and the Basilica of St James, home to the tallest wooden Gothic altar in the world by Master Pavol.
Read more →Beauty underground
Caves
15 min
Belianska Cave
The only accessible high-mountain dripstone cave in TANAP. A 1,370 m circuit, 874 steps, crystalline calcite formations and a cool 5–6 °C; open since 1884.
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UNESCO60 min
Dobšiná Ice Cave
A frozen jewel of world heritage — monumental icing at a surprisingly low altitude, ice halls shaped over thousands of years.
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History and the underground in detail
Discover the fascinating history and natural beauty around our apartments! Within 55 km await majestic castles and picturesque towns full of historical monuments that transport you into the distant past. And as a bonus, you can dive underground, where a mysterious world of caves awaits.
Where to go for history
UNESCO
33 min · car
Spiš Castle
Take a trip into the Middle Ages and discover one of the largest castle complexes in Central Europe. Spiš Castle, rising on a limestone rock at 634 m a.s.l., dominates the Spiš basin and, with an area of over 4 hectares, will quite literally take your breath away.
- Ruins Walk along the extensive castle walls and imagine life in the Middle Ages.
- Views From the ramparts a stunning panoramic view of the surrounding Spiš landscape opens up.
- History The exhibitions of the Spiš Museum bring to life the castle's history, medieval weapons and the judiciary.
- Nature The Sivá Brada – Dreveník educational trail combines history with the natural beauty of this unique area.
45 min · car
14th century · open-air museum
Ľubovňa Castle
The majestic Ľubovňa Castle rises on a limestone crag just 45 minutes by car from us. This stone gem, built back in the 14th century, was once a royal seat and today offers unforgettable views and stories.
- Fortress Explore the castle walls and the main tower, which is among the oldest parts of the castle.
- Palace A baroque palace with an exhibition of period furniture and an exhibition of the noble Zamoyski family in the bastion.
- Tour An 80-minute guided tour or a self-guided visit with information texts.
- Open-air museum Below the castle, a picturesque open-air museum with the folk architecture of Spiš and Šariš and a precious log church.
22 min · nearest
Renaissance · 1463
Kežmarok Castle
A landmark of Kežmarok and the place where the history of Tatra tourism was written. Just 22 minutes by car from us, the Renaissance Kežmarok Castle rises majestically in the centre of town, with a rich history.
- Gem The castle complex was built in 1463 to defend the town and witnessed many significant events.
- Architecture Beautiful Renaissance arcades in the courtyard and ornate halls decorated with wall paintings.
- Tourism It was from here that the first known tourist trip to the High Tatras set out.
- Interior A castle chapel restored in early baroque style and the exhibitions of the regional museum.
UNESCO
38 min · car
Levoča
A medieval pearl of Spiš inscribed in UNESCO — a historic gem with a breathtaking atmosphere and a picturesque square, just 38 minutes by car. The town will charm you with its unique architecture and rich cultural heritage.
- Square Admire the unique cage of shame and the impressive Renaissance town hall.
- Basilica In the Basilica of St James stands the tallest wooden Gothic altar in the world, the masterpiece of Master Pavol.
- Town Well-preserved walls and gates, the House of Master Pavol and a stroll through narrow lanes full of bygone atmosphere.
Caves — beauty underground
15 min · car
Year-round · 5–6.3 °C
Belianska Cave
The largest and only accessible high-mountain dripstone cave in the Tatra National Park. It lies in the picturesque Tatranská Kotlina, just 15 minutes by car, and is open all year round.
- Beauty Unique calcite formations created by nature over millennia.
- Tour A 1,370 m circuit with a 125 m elevation gain and 874 steps; the tour takes about 70 minutes at a temperature of 5–6.3 °C.
- History Probably known to prehistoric people, officially opened in 1884, with electric lighting added as early as 1896.
- Inhabitants The cave is home to seven species of bat.
UNESCO
60 min · car
Dobšiná Ice Cave
Enter a unique ice kingdom that ranks among the most significant in the world and is inscribed in UNESCO. The Dobšiná Ice Cave will amaze you with its monumental icing, which has endured for thousands of years at a surprisingly low altitude (920–950 m a.s.l.). 60 minutes by car.
- World significance Unique ice formations among the most important natural treasures of the planet.
- Icing The monumental extent and thickness of the ice fill at a surprisingly low altitude.
- Atmosphere Immerse yourself in the silence and beauty of the ice halls shaped by nature over thousands of years.
Trips into history from one place
Stay at Villa Severka and discover the castles, towns and caves of Spiš.
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