Cycle route around the Žilina Reservoir Road / Mountain Difficulty: easy Surface: earth 0 %, gravel 30 %, asphalt 70 % Total length of the cycling trail: 30 km Elevation gain: 66 m a.s.l. Description: A simple cycling trail suitable for families with children. A major part of the trail goes along an asphalt road […]
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U Jantov Observation Tower This new lookout tower with a masonry ground floor and a wooden frame for its upper storeys provides outstanding views of the country around the village of Zborov nad Bystricou. The tower in on the red-marked hiking trail that follows the ridge of the hills between the Kysuce and Bystrice valleys
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Bobovec Observation Tower Bobovec Lookout Tower stands at the summit of a steep hill overlooking the centre of the village. It can be clearly seen from the main roads and from the Slovak Astronomical Clock on St Michael’s Square, which is the starting point of a hiking trail to the tower following yellow markers. It
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Heart of Terchová Lookout Tower This tower on a small hill overlooking the village of Terchová offers a great view of the village’s surroundings. It is a pleasant destination for a gentle stroll, with a charming view that you should not miss if you are in the village. If coming by car, you can park
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Špičák Lookout Tower This walk to this lookout tower is a little more strenuous, but it will appeal to all who love hiking and a beautiful view. It overlooks Strečno Castle and a beautiful panorama of the serpentine bends of the River Váh in its spreading valley. Take the main road from Martin to Žilina.
Burian’s Tower It stands next to the parish church on Horný Val Street in the historic centre of Žilina. It was designed to be a bell tower and an observation post. Guards could look out for fires and approaching enemies. Over the centuries, it hascome to be closely associated with the church. The tower is