Ružiná (dam)

Lake, Dam

Thanks to very pleasant climate and favourable geographic position in south of Slovakia between the towns Lučenec and Zvolen, water reservoir Ružiná (called after the near village) – attracts the national and foreign tourist.

Thanks to very pleasant climate and favourable geographic position in south of Slovakia between the towns Lučenec and Zvolen, water reservoir Ružiná (called after the near village) – attracts the national and foreign tourist.

The water reservoir Ružiná is among those that have the warmest water in Slovakia. Recreation centres Kotva and Divín, and a number of family cottages offer accommodation at the levels that comply any taste.

Holidaymakers can rent boats, windsurfing boards and other sport equipment. There are also volleyball ground and tennis courts available along with giant chess or Russian bowling. A road, also designed for cyclists, connects the two recration villages.

The calm water table of the large dam is also widely known and highly appreciated by fishers who can catch here, among other, carps, sheat fish or eels.

The ruins of the Castle Divín, situated not far away of the dam, invite for a nice and undemanding walk.

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Monday – Sunday10:0010:00

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Places Around

Reservoir Ľuboreč

Reservoir Ľuboreč

Not far from the town of Lučenec lies the Ľuboreč reservoir. This locality, which is little known in Slovakia, is a popular place to relax, especially for fishermen, but you can also bathe in it at your own risk.

Melichova skala

Melichova skala

Mohutná, 30 m vysoká zaujímavo tvarovaná skalná veža zvaná Melichovou skalou čnie zo svahov na úpätí Poľany nad detvianskou osadou Skliarovo. Jej tvar oddávna vzbudzoval obrazotvornosť, ktorá dala vzniknúť hneď niekoľkým povestiam.

Waterfall Bystrô

Waterfall Bystrô

Bystrý potok - Waterfall, better known as Bystré waterfall or Bystrô waterfall, is one of the most attractive natural creations of its kind in Slovakia.

Galéria Jána Kulicha

Ján Kulich je už dávno významnou súčasťou slovenského sochárstva. Podstata jeho diela vyrastá z koreňov ľudovej kultúry a bol bytostne presvedčený o tom, že všetko, čo vytvoril, patrí Slovensku. Jeho snažením bolo, aby ľuďom ukázal cez svoje dielo aké je to naše Slovensko krásne a duchovne bohaté, priamo v jeho rodisku, s ktorým zostal navždy spätý aj keď žil a pracoval v hlavnom meste.

Dobročský prales (Primeval forest of Dobroč)

Dobročský prales (Primeval forest of Dobroč)

NNM-Dobročský prales is one of the oldest conservation areas in Slovakia (since 1913). It inheres in absolute altitude of 700-1000 m above a sea-level and its area is 103.85 ha. The reason for its protection is the preservation of original forests that have been shaping for centuries. The development of Dobročský prales takes part in all stages (growing stage, optimum, destruction) and phases (reproduction and decline) that create characteristic image of the wildwood. The development cycle lasts four hundred years. The curiosity of primeval forest of Dobročský prales are trees and animals.

Villa Monica

Ponúka prenájom apartmánov v unikátnom prostredí priamo pri brehu vodnej nádrže Ružiná s plážou vhodnou na nerušenú rybačku s priateľmi, rôzne druhy vodných športov ako aj na kúpanie s deťmi.

Turistická ubytovňa Hotel Divin

Turistická ubytovňa Hotel Divin is located in Divín and features barbecue facilities. Among the various facilities of this property are a terrace and a shared lounge. The property features a restaurant.

Duvox

The Duvox guest house and restaurant is located in the village Krivan near the R2 motorway exit.

Penzión Rocket Club

Located in Lučenec, 47 km from Zvolen, Penzión Rocket Club boasts a barbecue and sun terrace. There is a water park on site and guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site.

Hotel Slovan

Located in the center of Lučenec, Hotel Slovan features an on-site restaurant with a terrace and a stylish lobby bar and night club. Spa facilities are also available, as well as a fitness area and a billiards room. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Miraj Resort****

Miraj Resort****

This property is 1 minute walk from the beach. Situated in Lučenec, 49 km from Zvolen, Miraj Resort features accommodation with a spa centre and hot tub, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site.

Penzion Victoria

Penzion Victoria is located in the Detva district in the picturesque village of Korytárka, which extends under the majestic Polana - the largest deserted volcano in Europe. The pension is situated on the main road between Kriváň and Hriňová.

Hotel The Grand Vígľaš ****

Surrounding by greenery and offering a free usage of an indoor pool and spa area, The Grand Vígľaš, set in a fully restored 13th century castle, is located a 15-minute drive from Zvolen. Free WiFi and free private parking are available.

Padaj.sk

Adrenalinové centrum z množstvom leteckých zážitkou na celý život.

Zichyho kaštieľ - Múzeum histórie obce Divín

Zichyho kaštieľ - Múzeum histórie obce Divín

V zrekonštruovaných priestoroch Zichyho kaštiela v Divíne sa nachádza Múzeum histórie obce Divín. V jeho expozíciách získate zhliadnete prehľad histórie, prírody a iných zaujímavostí obce Divín.

The Divín Castle

The Divín Castle

he village Divín is situated next to the water reservoir Ružiná in south of central Slovakia. Ruins of the medieval Divín Castle can be seen above the village.

Novohrad Museum and Gallery Lučenec

Novohrad Museum and Gallery Lučenec

Novohrad Museum in Lučenec was established in 1955 as the District Homeland Studies Museum in Halič. In the years 1967 – 1985 it was relocated to Fiľakovo under the name of the Novohrad Museum. Since 1985 it has been located in the monument building of county courthouse in the historical centre of the town of Lučenec.

Turkish bridge in Poltár

Turkish bridge in Poltár

The Turkish bridge over the river Ipeľ in Poltár, in the south of central Slovakia, is the third oldest preserved bridge of its kind in Slovakia.

Podpolianske Museum Detva

The main purpose of the museum is collection, documentation, professional processing, protection, and exhibition of material and immaterial artifacts of Podpoľanie.

Chateau of Vígľaš

Východne od Zvolena na strednom Slovensku nad obcou Vígľaš stojí rovnomenný zámok. Počiatky slovanského hradiska siahajú do stredoveku, kde vznikol kláštorný objekt spravovaný templárskym rádom.

Hotel The Grand Vígľaš ****

Surrounding by greenery and offering a free usage of an indoor pool and spa area, The Grand Vígľaš, set in a fully restored 13th century castle, is located a 15-minute drive from Zvolen. Free WiFi and free private parking are available.

The memorial of Matej Bel (Očová)

The memorial of Matej Bel (Očová)

The inhabitants of the village of Očová, central Slovakia, can be proud of their famous native Matej Bel, an enlightened man who was called the great adornment of Hungary. In his honour a memorial was built in the village.

The Castle of Fiľakovo

The distinct dominant of the town Fiľakovo on the Slovak-Hungarian frontier are the ruins of its Castle, which survived the Tartar raids in the 13th century.

Events Around

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