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Slovak Paradise National Park

National Park · 🇸🇰 Slovakia
Area 211 km²
Time zone Europe/Bratislava
Official website npslovenskyraj.sopsr.sk
Slovak Paradise National Park

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Slovak Paradise Essentials

Explore the diverse landscape of Slovak Paradise National Park, a region defined by deep limestone gorges and the Hornád river canyon. This selection features the UNESCO-protected Dobšinská Ice Cave and the 113-meter-long Chmarošský Viaduct. Adventurous hiking trails through Suchá Belá and Piecky utilize technical aids like vertical iron ladders and wooden walkways to navigate cascading waterfalls. The list also includes the Palcmanská Maša reservoir for water activities and the Tomášovský Viewpoint, a rocky gallery offering views toward the High Tatras.

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Editor's Choice

Slovak Paradise National Park is characterized by deep karst gorges and unique geological formations. This selection includes the UNESCO-protected Dobšinská Ice Cave, home to permanent ice structures, and the Tomášovský Viewpoint rocky ledge. The list highlights the ladder-filled Suchá Belá gorge and Falcon Dale, which contains the park's highest waterfall at 75 meters. Letanovský Mill provides a historic crossing over the Hornád River, serving as a central junction for the park’s extensive network of technical hiking trails and river canyons.

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Natural Wonders of Slovak Paradise

Slovak Paradise National Park is defined by its karst landscape, featuring dramatic gorges and the UNESCO-listed Dobšinská Ice Cave. This selection includes the challenging Falcon Dale and Suchá Belá gorges, known for their system of ladders and waterfalls like Korytový vodopád. The Tomášovský Viewpoint provides a 680-meter high rocky outcrop with views over the Prielom Hornádu, while Palcmanská Maša serves as the area's largest reservoir for water-based activities. Letanovský Mill remains a central intersection for the park's extensive hiking network.

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Best Views and Hiking Trails

Slovak Paradise National Park is characterized by its karst landscape, featuring deep gorges and high limestone plateaus. This selection includes the Suchá Belá and Kláštorská gorges, known for their system of ladders and waterfalls. The list covers prominent vantage points like the Tomášovský Viewpoint rock gallery and Havrania skala, alongside Ondrejisko, the park's highest peak at 1,271 meters. Letanovský Mill serves as a central hub for the trail network connecting these natural landmarks.

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Where to Stay

This selection offers a range of accommodations within the Slovak Paradise National Park, centered around the Palcmanská Maša reservoir and the northern gateway at Čingov. Options include lakeside hotels in Dedinky, mountain chalets in Mlynky and Biele Vody, and established campsites. These locations provide direct access to the region's signature ladder-equipped gorges, the Geravy plateau, and local ski slopes.

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Slovak Paradise National Park — Map

Slovak Paradise National Park — Map

Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: August

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • -3° (feels like -8°) · extremes -19°–3°
  • -10° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 0 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • -1° (feels like -6°) · extremes -18°–6°
  • -9° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 4° (feels like 0°) · extremes -14°–12°
  • -5° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in April

Poor
  • 10° (feels like 7°) · extremes -6°–18°
  • 0° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Fair
  • 15° (feels like 13°) · extremes -1°–21°
  • 5° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in June

Good
  • 19° (feels like 18°) · extremes 3°–25°
  • 9° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in July

Good
  • 21° (feels like 20°) · extremes 6°–27°
  • 11° at night
  • 18 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in August

Great
  • 21° (feels like 20°) · extremes 5°–27°
  • 10° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in September

Good
  • 16° (feels like 14°) · extremes 1°–23°
  • 6° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Poor
  • 10° (feels like 7°) · extremes -5°–18°
  • 1° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 4° (feels like 0°) · extremes -10°–11°
  • -3° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • -2° (feels like -6°) · extremes -17°–3°
  • -8° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 0 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Euro EUR € · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
112
Electricity
Type C / Type E
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Slovak
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+421
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Tours & Activities

Dobšinská Ice Cave
Drive
Tomášovský Viewpoint
Drive
Chmarošský viadukt

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