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Things to see in Terchová (Slovakia): 30 places and when to go
Terchová is a town in Slovakia, and this site lists 30 places in and around it, mainly Mountains (17), Nature (13), Hiking (8). The best known are Malá Fatra National Park, Veľký Kriváň and Veľký Rozsutec. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 16 h of daylight, and in December, 8 h. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Slovakia · 49.214, 19.0483
- Places
- 30 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Mountains (17) · Nature (13) · Hiking (8) · Temples (2) · History (2) · Food and drink (2)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- November to April.
- Nearest airport
- KSC Košice, 172 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Veľký Kriváň, at 1,708 m.
What to see in Terchová
The places in and around Terchová, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Malá Fatra National ParkNational park in Slovakia2.6 km
- Veľký KriváňMountain in Slovakia3.2 km
- Veľký RozsutecMountain in Slovakia4.1 km
- ChlebMountain in the Lesser Fatra2.9 km
- Malý KriváňMountain in Slovakia5.4 km
- Malý RozsutecMountain in the Lesser Fatra, Slovakia5.3 km
- ŠípMountain in Slovakia, Velká Fatra11 km
- StratenecMountain in Slovakia7.0 km
- BaraniarkyMountain in Slovakia2.9 km
- Kľačianska MaguraMountain in Slovakia9.7 km
- OsnicaMountain in Slovakia5.5 km
- SuchýMountain in Slovakia8.2 km
- Chata na GrúniMountain hut750 m
- Chata pod ChlebomMountains · Hiking3.7 km
- Chata VrátnaMountain hut755 m
- Church of St Gall, TuranyChurch building in Martin District, Slovakia11 km
- Chata pod Kľačianskou MagurouMountains · Hiking10 km
- Chata pod SuchýmMountains · Hiking9.2 km
- Chata na Kubínskej holiMountains · Hiking17 km
- Juraj Jánošík (Terchová)Statue made of stainless steel, Terchova, Slovakia4.5 km
- Gombášske sýpkyBuilding in Žilina region, Slovakia14 km
- svätej KatarínyTemples18 km
- Terchovské srdceLookout tower, Terchová, Slovakia5.5 km
- Belský pivovar BBCBrewery7.4 km
And the other 6, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: E3 European long distance path, International Mountain Trail of Friendship Eisenach–Budapest
- Museums and art: Orava Gallery
- Snow: Vrátna
- Food and drink: Vŕšky
- Hot springs: Welness Marko
When to go to Terchová
The best time to visit Terchová is May to October; also possible: November to April. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:26
- FebPossible9:53
- MarPossible11:34
- AprPossible13:29
- MayBest time15:06
- JunBest time16:00
- JulBest time15:37
- AugBest time14:12
- SepBest time12:21
- OctBest time10:30
- NovPossible8:50
- DecPossible8:00
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h of daylight, and in December, 8 h. In May, 29 of the 30 places are at their best.
When to go to Slovakia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Terchová
The nearest main airport is Košice International Airport (KSC, Košice), 172 km as the crow flies. How to get around Slovakia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Liptovské Revúce49 places33 km
And all of Slovakia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Terchová?
The best known: Malá Fatra National Park, Veľký Kriváň, Veľký Rozsutec, Chleb, Malý Kriváň. In all, 30 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Terchová?
May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 16 h of daylight, and in December, 8 h.
How do you get to Terchová?
The nearest main airport is Košice International Airport (KSC), 172 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Terchová as the destination and these 30 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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