Volovské Mountains

authentic Carpathian nature and rich mining history

Interesting Spots
Kojšovská hoľa Primeval Forest Residue

Not all of the Volovské Mountains’ treasures offer distant views. This primeval forest remnant takes you into a forest where the age of the trees, fallen trunks and the natural cycle of life create a unique atmosphere.

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Starovodské Jedliny Fir Forest

Here you will discover not just a forest, but also a reminder of the original Carpathians. Beneath the crowns of old firs and beeches lies a quiet place that, due to its uniqueness, has been declared a Site of Community Importance.

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Folkmarská skala cliff

The rocky cliff above Folmar is one of the lesser-known viewpoints. If you enjoy peaceful places with beautiful panoramas, Folkmarská skala certainly won’t disappoint you.

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Smolnícka Osada Educational Trail

A pleasant walk combines the discovery of nature, mining history and geology. The educational trail leads through picturesque surroundings and presents the region’s attractions through information panels.

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Skalisko / Volovec peak

Skalisko is one of the most distinctive peaks of the Volovské vrchy mountains. The massive rocky crag rising above the surrounding woodland offers one of the most beautiful panoramic views of Spiš, Gemer and the surrounding mountain ranges.

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Ľudmila Mine Adit

At first glance, this inconspicuous mining work conceals an interesting story. Instead of the planned mining operation, an explosives store was established here, whose original technical solutions have survived to this day.

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Jozef Mine Adit

The Jozef Adit offers a unique opportunity to look into the underground passages that served miners for centuries. The accessible section of the drainage adit now forms an off-site exhibition of the Mining Museum in Gelnica.

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Zbojnícka dolina Primeval Forest Residue

Towering trees and untouched nature make this one of the region’s most valuable natural sites. The preserved primeval forest remnant offers a rare glimpse of the original Carpathian forests.

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Bukovec hill

The open landscape with mountain meadows is one of the region’s most beautiful viewpoints. An easy climb rewards you with panoramas that, in good weather, stretch as far as the Tatra Mountains.

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