Spišská Nová Ves is a city located practically on the border of the Slovak Paradise - the second most visited destination in Slovakia, right after the High Tatras. It is an ideal starting point for hiking enthusiasts, along the rugged but picturesque gorges at the same time in the National Park Slovak Paradise. It is also place for admirers of remains registered in UNESCO World Heritage list, as well as for those who are interested in inconspicuous places, but all the more precious memorials on the Gothic way.

In the city you can see as well the longest lentictular square in Europe, the highest church tower in Slovakia (87 m high), the smallest and youngest ZOO in Slovakia, Unique and impressive mosaic in the Cathedral of the Transfiguration of the Lord, Provincial house with painted stucco decoration and cartouche symbolism, Mariansky Column which was built in memory of victims of pestilence with statue of Immaculata, Town hall and the Evangelical Church built in evangelical style and Secession Redoute which is still used for plays, concerts and café purposes. Wide range of cultural and sporting events provides plentitude opportunities for a pleasant stay throughout the year. You can also visit the Spišské Theater and Theatre Kontra, cinemas, Gallery full of artists from Spiš area, Museum of Spiš, swimming pool and spa, wellness, fitness and squash courts and bowling center, indoor shooting range, tennis courts, Jockey club, ski resort and suburban sport airport  where you can take your first tandem or parachute drop.

In the near surroundings you can find the longest river canyon in Slovakia, 25 named waterfalls in 8 rocky gorges, many hiking trails and cycle paths. more information about Spišská Nová Ves town and the attractions in surroundings...

Distance from airports: 

• Bratislava 369 km
• Košice 91 km
• Poprad 27 km

Official invitation to Spišská Nová Ves town:

"I believe that Spišská Nová Ves will gain you thanks to unique sacral and secular cultural monuments located in the historical center, a nearby Slovak Paradise, our zoo, and many cultural events and a wide choice of leisure activities to provide a sufficient supply for art lovers as well as for sports fans."

PhDr. Ján Volný, PhD. - mayor of Spišská Nová Ves

Must see:

• Provincial House
• Redoute
• Parish Church