Banská Bystrica Region

The Banská Bystrica Region is located in central Slovakia and covers mountainous territory from the Low Tatras in the north to the Hungarian border in the south. The area is divided into 13 districts with the city of Banská Bystrica serving as its administrative center.

The region was first established as an administrative district in 1949 when Slovakia introduced the system of kraje for governmental organization. This territorial structure has undergone several transformations to meet administrative needs.

Slovak is the main language spoken throughout the region, while southern areas are home to Hungarian and Roma communities who continue their traditional ways of life. This diversity shapes daily life across different towns and villages.

The region is easily accessed through the city of Banská Bystrica, which serves as the main hub for transportation and services. Visitors can find accommodations and information there to explore the various areas within the region.

The Čiernohronská forest railway near Čierny Balog winds through dense forests and connects remote villages. This historic train line offers a rare glimpse into how settlements in isolated mountain areas maintain their connections.

Location: Slovakia

Inception: July 24, 1996

Capital city: Banská Bystrica

Elevation above the sea: 388 m

Reference: SK032

Part of: Central Slovakia

Shares border with: Košice Region, Prešov Region, Nitra Region, Trenčín Region, Žilina region, Nógrád County, Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén County

Website: https://bbsk.sk

GPS coordinates: 48.72972,19.14917

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:36