Liptovský Ján and Jánska valley
You only need to get a bus (bus stop called Liptovský Ján, zot. Ďumbier) or drive for 8 kilometres from the Liptovský Mikuláš town and you will find yourself in Liptovský Ján, a village with a number of well-preserved mansions and manors. The village is, however, mostly famous for its mineral springs that have been used since the 14th century. You can enjoy their curative effects either in the thermal swimming pools that are open only in summer or in the indoor swimming pool of the Sorea Máj hotel and the Kaďa natural swimming pool which are open to public all year round. The Underground beneath the towers exposition and the Svätojánske museum is just a short distance from the Kaďa swimming pool. The adjacent Jánska valley is well known for the beauty of its nature, with the Stanišovská cave being its main attraction. At the entrance to the Jánska valley, there is another attraction waiting for you – a park with the miniatures of famous buildings in Slovakia.
1. Termal raj
It is the area with outdoor thermal swimming pools, located at the mouth of the Jánska valley. You can cool off in a 50-meter swimming pool or take a dip in two relaxation pools. There also is a kids swimming pool. All the pools are filled with water from the Rudolf thermal spring which is known for having beneficial effects on the musculoskeletal system, respiratory tract and skin diseases.
Tel.: +421 44 520 81 00
Open only in July and August: Mo - Su: 9.00 - 19.00
On Mondays, there is open only a quiet pool, a pool with a fountain and a children's pool. The swimming pool is closed for sanitation, but there is a discounted entrance fee on this day.
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Discounts with Liptov Region CardDistance Liptovský Mikuláš » Termal raj 10 km
2. Indoor swimming pool of the Sorea Máj Hotel
Treat yourself to a dip in the thermal waters of a 25-meter swimming pool and a relaxation pool of the Sorea Máj Hotel, located next to the Termal raj summer outdoor swimming pools. The pools are open every day, except for sanitation Tuesdays.
Thermal indoor swimming pool - Hotel Sorea Máj Opening hours Pricelist
Distance Liptovský Mikuláš » Indoor swimming pool of the Sorea Máj Hotel 10,5 km
An open air crater with a small lake filled with bubbling mineral water situated on the outskirts of the village. The locals call it Kaďa (a tub) and many believe in healing effects of the water in treating rheumatism, skin diseases and diseases of musculoskeletal system. Visitors of Kaďa can also get a sip of drinkable water from the Teplica mineral spring. Its water is rich in sulphates, calcium, magnesium and iron. Another attraction of the area is an observation tower from which you can get a great panorama of the Liptovský Ján village.
Distance Liptovský Mikuláš » Kaďa natural pool 9 km
Find out what needs to be done to change a piece of iron ore into a coin! This unique exhibition explains the whole procedure thoroughly. After all, iron ore and even gold had been mined in the nearby Jánska valley for centuries. Before a coin was minted, ore had to be crushed and washed in buddle pits. You can try the whole procedure using original tools. You will find the exposition in an indigenous house next to the Church of St. John the baptist located at the outskirts of the village.
Underground beneath the tower, Pod vežami 150, 033 02 Liptovský Ján
Underground beneath the tower, Pod vežami 150, 033 02 Liptovský Ján
The Liptovský Ján village, once known as the village of Saint Ján, is closely connected with a famous family of the lords of Sentiváni, meaning “Saint Jáns”. You can learn more about the most famous personalities of the Sentiváni family at the museum located in the basement of a manor house that once used to belong to one of the members of the Sentiváni family. Period costumes and objects collected from the mansion houses owned by the family are also exhibited. Other parts of the exhibition feature the history of the Liptovský Ján village and the natural beauty of the Jánska valley.
Svätojánske museum, street Jána Čajaka 132, 032 03 Liptovský Ján
Tel.: +421 903 227 221
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Distance Liptovský Mikuláš » Svätojánske museum 9 km
Explore this cave just like a real cave explorer. Since there is no electricity in the cave, you will be guided only by your headlamp and an experienced guide. The tour is an adventure your kids will love! It is 410 meters long and takes approximately 45-60 minutes. No special clothes and footwear are needed and the headlamps are provided at the entrance to the cave but we advise to wear warm clothes and sturdy shoes. The cave is open on Mondays (caves in Slovakia are usually closed on Mondays). If you park your car in the parking lot at the entrance to the Jánska valley (the terminal bus stop), the 3-kilometre journey to the cave entrance will take you approximately 40 minutes. The Brána do Jánska dolina (gate to the Jánska valley) educational trail with information boards about local fauna and flora, mining and the first settlement of the Jánska valley is a part of the route. The Stanišovská cave is accessible also by car.
Stanišovská cave, Jánska dolina 182, 032 03 Liptovský Ján
Tel.: +421 908 640 061
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Distance Liptovský Mikuláš » Stanišovská cave 13 km
Stanišovská cave, Jánska dolina 182, 032 03 Liptovský JánTel.: +421 908 640 061
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Discounts with Liptov Region CardDistance Liptovský Mikuláš » Stanišovská cave 13 km
Come to the park and enjoy the walk along faithful mini replicas of the most famous buildings in Slovakia, including the Strečno castle, the Bojnice castle, the Chapel of St. Michal, a log house in Čičmany and 18 other perfectly designed historical models crafted at 1:25 scale with great attention to detail. A garden railway with trains running on several tracks is equally impressive. The park is located in a lovely forest park at the entrance to the Jánska valley.
Park Mini Slovensko, 032 03 Liptovský Ján
Tel: +421 945 452 481
Opening hours and pricelist
Discounts with Liptov Region Card
Distance Liptovský Mikuláš » Park Mini Slovensko 10 km