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Slovakia

Slovakia, officially the Slovak Republic, is a landlocked country in Central Europe. It is bordered by Poland to the north, Ukraine to the east, Hungary to the south, Austria to the west, and the Czech Republic to the northwest.

Type Country

Why go

  • Country in Central Europe.
  • Served by Lučenec Airfield (LUE).

History

Slovakia, officially the Slovak Republic, is a landlocked country in Central Europe. It is bordered by Poland to the north, Ukraine to the east, Hungary to the south, Austria to the west, and the Czech Republic to the northwest. Slovakia's mostly mountainous territory spans about 49,000 km2 (19,000 sq mi), hosting a population exceeding 5.4 million. The capital and largest city is Bratislava, while the second largest city is Košice.

Airports

Sliač Airport (SLD) 31 km to the centre
Sliač, BC, SK — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Lučenec Airfield (LUE) 26 km to the centre
Lučenec, BC, SK — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
LMK Očová Airstrip 17 km to the centre
Očová, BC, SK
Outdoor
Tomášovce Airstrip 20 km to the centre
Tomášovce, BC, SK
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Slovakia
Slovakia
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Lučenec Airfield (LUE); 11 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Slovakia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.