Bešeňová Travertine Formation

Nature Interest

The village of Bešeňová is one of the few precious places with occurrence of "freshwater" limestone, so-called travertine. These precious calcite forms arised thanks to mineral contents of water, its temperature and, of course, the surface and structure of the landscape. If you have some free time, come and visit this "forsaken" pit situated to the north of the village.

“The Travertine Field” formed thanks to favourable natural conditions in the village of Bešeňová.

In fact, travertine is soft limestone rock and its formation is affected by plenty of factors – water temperature, chemical contents of water, presence of organisms and CO2 in water, geological background, etc.

The natural monument Bešeňová Travertines spreads to an area of 3.18 ha. The cascades of this exquisite limestone formation are shiny thanks to mineral water, which continuously streams down. This water does not contain only calcium carbonate but also magnesium, sulphur and iron. That is why the travertine formation in Bešeňová is extraordinarily colourful.

What is more, this travertine was used for producing of golden yellow boards, which even decorate the building of the Comenius University in Bratislava, or the Palace of Nations in Geneva!

Bešeňová Travertine Formation is neither the most monumental nor the biggest travertine formation in the world, but still it is one of the most interesting ones thanks to its manifold structure.

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Places Around

Kalameny - Spring Medokýš

Kalameny - Spring Medokýš

Do you want to enjoy wellness, but do not want to waste money? The Medokýš spring in the village of Kalemany is a solution for you. It offers pleasant relaxation and completely free :)

Liptovská Mara (dam)

Liptovská Mara (dam)

Passing through the region of Liptov, from Liptovský Mikuláš to Ružomberok, one must notice a huge water area of the dam Liptovská Mara. It is the largest water reservoir in Slovakia in terms of the confined water volume.

Lučanský waterfall

Lučanský waterfall

The waterfall is a great rarity also because it lies in the middle of the village. It is 12 meters high, cascading and falls from the edge of the travertine terrace into a small lake. The Lúčanka or Teplianka stream itself is not interesting at all, but its tributaries are gypsum-earthy Teplice, which enriched the decoration of the waterfall by flowing over the mentioned travertine terraces, from which the waterfall falls down.

Wooden Fish House NA HÁKU

Wooden Fish House NA HÁKU

The fishmonger offers you an active use of free time for all those who love nature, fresh air and especially fish. It is an ideal place for families with children and for everyone who wants to get rid of the worries of everyday life.

MaraFun

MaraFun

The boredom is over! The only camp on the beach of Liptovská Mara dam will live now! Everyone will find the experience tailor made.

Veľký Choč Mt. (Chočské vrchy Mts.)

Veľký Choč Mt. (Chočské vrchy Mts.)

The mountain Veľký Choč towering above the dividing line between regions Liptov and Orava is one of the most beautiful in Slovakia. Prevailingly spruce woods cover the mountain and in the highest parts a continuous growth of dwarf pines (unique in this whole mountain range) can be seen. For well-conserved forest bioncenoses with rare flora which in places acquire the nature of virgin forest, it was designated the National Nature Reserve.

Bricklandia

Bricklandia

The exhibition part contains various scenery. The dominant feature is a 15 meter long table with LEGO WORLD, a 9 meter showcase with LEGO track and many smaller themed showcases. Unique BETHLEHEM and Jerusalem built according to the model from the Israel Museum. We currently have one of the longest tracks in Slovakia with running trains. Here you can admire moving trains and carousels, learn about the stories of our characters and play as a searcher.

Butterfly garden

Objavte život viac ako 3.000 tropických motýľov v Liptov Aréne Tatralandia. Motýlia záhrada nie je obyčajná výstava, ale pestrofarebná oáza kvetov a motýľov, kde sledujete ich pokojný, čarovný život, s novinkami: najkrajšími vtákmi sveta, tunelom odvahy s obrovskými netopiermi a krásnymi teráriami.

Zoo Kontakt

Najväčšia kontaktná zoologická záhrada na Liptove. Zoo Kontakt poskytuje osobný kontakt s viac ako 300 zvieratkami len 50 m od motýlej záhrady. V sprievode ošetrovateľa zažite kŕmenie, vypočujte si zaujímavé informácie o zvieratkách a naučte sa, ako sa o ne starať + bonus: sokoliari Vám predvedú ukážky letu dravých vtákov.

Hurricane Factory

Hurricane Factory

Unconventional adrenaline and yet safe sports and entertainment for everyone. In a glass flight chamber with a diameter of 4.3 meters and a height of an incredible 14 meters, air flows at a speed of up to 270 km / h. However, you fly at a safe height and under the constant supervision of experienced instructors. You do not need any previous experience or special physical fitness.

Entertainment center - Paradox

Entertainment center - Paradox

How to make your holiday in Liptov more pleasant? Visit the Paradox entertainment center designed for all ages, where you have fun. Come and see for yourself :)

Gallery of Illusion

Gallery of Illusion

Open your mind with fun and educational tricks, after which you will perceive reality differently than before. Our gallery offers entertainment for children and adults, in any weather.

Happy End Restaurant & Club

Happy End Restaurant & Club

The Happy End music club offers top-quality entertainment in the centre of the Jasná Low Tatras resort – not only for skiers, snowboarders and visitors of Jasná, but for the whole Liptov region and Northern Slovakia.

Koliba u dobrého pastiera

Koliba u dobrého pastiera

Koliba u dobrého pastiera je unikátny komplex ubytovacích, stravovacích služieb v lone nádhernej liptovskej prírody iba 5 minút od centra mesta Ružomberok. Celá stavba je z prírodných materiálov a v duchu slovenskej tradície.

Penzión Villa Helia

Penzión Villa Helia

Penzion Villa Helia is situated in the quiet suburban area of Medzihradné, only 1,200 m from the historic city centre of Dolny Kubin. It offers modern-style accommodation with free Wi-Fi and an on-site hot tub.

Salaš Krajinka

Salaš Krajinka

Rodinný salaš s 300 ovečkami ,výrobou syrov, 100% bryndzou , pekárňou , reštauráciou a s múzeom hospodárskych strojov . Založený v roku 2001.

Penzión Koliba

Penzión Koliba

Located only 200 m from the historic square of P.O. Hviezdoslava in Dolný Kubín, Penzión Koliba is set in a traditional-style wooden house, typical for the Orava Region. It offers an on-site restaurant and rooms with a TV and free Wi-Fi.

Happy End Restaurant & Club

Happy End Restaurant & Club

The Happy End music club offers top-quality entertainment in the centre of the Jasná Low Tatras resort – not only for skiers, snowboarders and visitors of Jasná, but for the whole Liptov region and Northern Slovakia.

Pivovar Kastelán

Túžba po vlastnom čapovanom pive v príjemnej reštaurácií pod majestátnym bralom Oravského hradu nás viedla k založeniu minipivovaru Kastelán.

Koliba u Kuba Penzión **

Koliba u Kuba Penzión **

Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and ski-to-door access, Koliba u Kuba a rekreačné domy is set in Hruštín in the Žilinský kraj Region. Wisła is 48 km away. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.

Tálska Bašta

Tálska Bašta

"Moderná slovenská reštaurácia, v ktorej zažijete nezabudnuteľné gurmánske dobrodružstvo."

Donovalský pivovar

Donovalský pivovar

Donovalský pivovar sa zrodil v krásnych, no drsných horách stredného Slovenska. Jeho život sa začal našim odvážnym a pritom tak prostým odhodlaním: už od počiatku variť poctivé pivo. Náš unikátny pivovar okrem útulnej reštaurácie ponúka aj čerstvé pekárenské výrobky z vlastnej pekárne a útulnú kaviareň. Milovníkom hôr prinášame osobitú skupinu pív, z ktorej je každé jedno výnimočné.

Pension Fontána

Just 300 m from the Bešeňová Thermal Baths, this guest house in the village of Bešeňová offers modern spa facilities, spacious rooms with free WiFi available in all areas, free monitored private parking and traditional Slovak cuisine.

Penzión Fontana

Just 300 m from the Bešeňová Thermal Baths, this guest house in the village of Bešeňová offers modern spa facilities, spacious rooms with free WiFi available in all areas, free monitored private parking and traditional Slovak cuisine.

Apartments Vera

Apartments Vera

The house is situated on a quiet street in the Liptov village Bešeňová. Bešeňová Water Park, a thermal swimming pool, thanks to which Liptov is also a popular destination abroad, is only 400 meters away.

Apartments Zaria

Apartments Zaria

The house is situated on a quiet street in the Liptov village Bešeňová. Bešeňová Water Park, a thermal swimming pool, thanks to which Liptov is also a popular destination abroad, is only 400 meters away.

Apartmany Dreams **

This property is 6 minutes walk from the beach. Apartmány Dreams is situated in a quiet area, in the village of Bešeňová. The property features a garden and covered summer terrace with a dart board, barbecue facilities and open fireplace.

Koliba u dobrého pastiera

Koliba u dobrého pastiera

Koliba u dobrého pastiera je unikátny komplex ubytovacích, stravovacích služieb v lone nádhernej liptovskej prírody iba 5 minút od centra mesta Ružomberok. Celá stavba je z prírodných materiálov a v duchu slovenskej tradície.

Penzión Villa Helia

Penzión Villa Helia

Penzion Villa Helia is situated in the quiet suburban area of Medzihradné, only 1,200 m from the historic city centre of Dolny Kubin. It offers modern-style accommodation with free Wi-Fi and an on-site hot tub.

Penzión Koliba

Penzión Koliba

Located only 200 m from the historic square of P.O. Hviezdoslava in Dolný Kubín, Penzión Koliba is set in a traditional-style wooden house, typical for the Orava Region. It offers an on-site restaurant and rooms with a TV and free Wi-Fi.

Koliba u Kuba Penzión **

Koliba u Kuba Penzión **

Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and ski-to-door access, Koliba u Kuba a rekreačné domy is set in Hruštín in the Žilinský kraj Region. Wisła is 48 km away. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.

Gino Paradise Bešeňová

Gino Paradise Bešeňová

This fine park, which is located in the beautiful setting of the Choč Mountains overlooking both the Low and Western Tatras, boasts a wide variety of three indoor and thirteen outdoor pools, nine outdoor water slides, a number of children's slides and hot tubs. The resort also features a new pebble beach that includes a nudist area. Relaxation and entertainment for the whole family are provided all year long.

Spa Lúčky

Spa Lúčky lying on the limits of regions Liptov and Orava is the one of oldest in Slovakia. It is popular for it provides complete therapy of gynaecological diseases, and it is the only spa in the county specialised in womens diseases. Locals know the mineral springs since 1761.

AQUA-VITAL Park - Spa Lúčky

AQUA-VITAL Park -  Spa Lúčky

AQUA - VITAL PARK, open all year round, awaits you in the natural environment of KÚPEĽOV LÚČKY. subsurface lighting).

Aqua-Vital Park Lúčky

Aqua-Vital Park Lúčky

Spa Lúčky lying on the limits of regions Liptov and Orava is the one of oldest in Slovakia. It is popular for it provides complete therapy of gynaecological diseases, and it is the only spa in the county specialised in womens diseases.

MaraFun

MaraFun

The boredom is over! The only camp on the beach of Liptovská Mara dam will live now! Everyone will find the experience tailor made.

Aquapark Tatralandia

Aquapark Tatralandia

The Tatralandia Holiday Resort is the largest year-round water park with accommodation in all of Slovakia, the Czech Republic and Poland. It’s located in the Liptov Region with its many cultural monuments and unique folk culture, and is surrounded by the Low and High Tatras, the Greater and Lesser Fatra and the Choč Mountains.

Hurricane Factory

Hurricane Factory

Unconventional adrenaline and yet safe sports and entertainment for everyone. In a glass flight chamber with a diameter of 4.3 meters and a height of an incredible 14 meters, air flows at a speed of up to 270 km / h. However, you fly at a safe height and under the constant supervision of experienced instructors. You do not need any previous experience or special physical fitness.

Entertainment center - Paradox

Entertainment center - Paradox

How to make your holiday in Liptov more pleasant? Visit the Paradox entertainment center designed for all ages, where you have fun. Come and see for yourself :)

TARZANIA Hrabovo

TARZANIA Hrabovo sa nachádza, v blízkosti nástupnej stanice lanovky na Malinô Brdo kúsok od centra Ružomberka a svojou celkovou dĺžkou 1110m je najväčším lanovým parkom na Slovensku. V areáli nájdete čiernu, červenú, modrú a detskú trasu. Neváhajte a vyskúšajte si najdlhší ZIP LINE na Slovensku.

Havránok

Havránok

The unique archaeological park Havránok is situated next to the dam Liptovská Mara. It is a magical place and the visit of this Park maybe a great experience.

Liptovský Castle

Liptovský Castle

This highest situated Castle in Slovakia is at the altitude of 993 m in the mountains Chočské vrchy in the north of the country. In the past its owners alternated. The first owners obtained it from the king and it was inherited afterwards.

Likava Castle

Likava Castle

Likavský hrad is situated in the north-western part of Liptov. The Castle was referred to for the first time in 1315. Its construction started with the intention to have a guarding point over the passage across the river Váh and the trade route from the Váh Basin to Orava and further to Poland.

Gothic Church of All Saints Ludrová - Kút

Gothic Church of All Saints Ludrová - Kút

Rural colonizing Gothic church, built in the last third of the 13th century in the area between Ružomberok and Liptovská Štiavnica. Before 1466, they added a two-storey prismatic tower on the west side, and at the beginning of the 16th century the church was extended by a south nave with a new entrance.

Liptov Museum Ružomberok

Liptov Museum Ružomberok

Permanent expositions: geology, palaeontology, botanic, zoology, archaeology, feudalisms and guilds, folk lore, sacral art, history of Liptov 1948 - 1945, life and work of A. Hlinka, history of paper-making, history.

Svätý Kríž - wooden articled Evangelical church

Svätý Kríž - wooden articled Evangelical church

The wooden articled Evangelical church near the village Svätý Kríž is one of the largest wooden buildings in the Central Europe which was moved here from Paludza between 1974 and 1982.

Leštiny – articled church

Leštiny – articled church

The wooden articled Evangelical church of 1688 with wooden belfry was included in 2008, along with seven wooden churches of the Slovak part of Carpathian Mountain Area, on the UNESCO Word Heritage List.

Archeopark - Prehistoric settlement of Mokrý Kút

Archeopark - Prehistoric settlement of Mokrý Kút

Archeopark offers us the opportunity to look into the Lusatian culture, where we can see tools from the Bronze Age, functional bread ovens, firing ceramics or melting bronze. Archeopark is a suitable tip for all-day activities associated with learning about the life of prehistoric people.

Water mills in the valley Kvačianska dolina

Water mills in the valley Kvačianska dolina

Experts classify water mills in the valley Kvačianska dolina among the mountain type of mills. They stand in what is often referred to as a most beautiful Slovak valleys, in the mountain range Chočské vrchy. This is one of the last surviving monuments of its kind and in its natural environment.

Gallery of Illusion

Gallery of Illusion

Open your mind with fun and educational tricks, after which you will perceive reality differently than before. Our gallery offers entertainment for children and adults, in any weather.

Events Around

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Sauna night rituals

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Sauna night rituals

Get ready for something special. Experienced ‘saunamasters’ prepare a unique atmosphere during sauna rituals at night.