Zvolen, Medieval trading center in central Slovakia
The town of Zvolen lies at the intersection of important transportation routes, featuring a grand castle and multiple educational institutions within its boundaries.
During the 13th century, Zvolen developed into a significant political center where royal meetings occurred and trade flourished between Hungary and Poland.
The Slovak National Gallery maintains a branch in Zvolen Castle, displaying medieval art collections and organizing regular exhibitions of national importance.
Regular train connections link Zvolen with major cities across Slovakia, while the local bus network provides transportation to surrounding villages and natural areas.
The Technical University in Zvolen specializes in forestry and wood sciences, making it the primary institution for these fields in Slovakia.
Location: Zvolen District
Inception: 1135
Elevation above the sea: 297 m
Website: https://zvolen.sk
GPS coordinates: 48.57825,19.12471
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:43
Pustý hrad
2 km
Zvolen Castle
626 m
Arborétum Borová hora
2 km
Borová hora
2.2 km
Zvolen Ice Stadium
1.4 km
Javorie
9.7 km
Dobrá Niva Castle
8.5 km
Divadlo Jozefa Gregora Tajovského
199 m
Môťová Reservoir
4 km
Zolniansky lahar
8 km
Park of Generous Souls
1 km
Holiday park Kováčová
3.7 km
St. Nicholas Church
4.5 km
Church of Saint Matthew of Zolná
7.8 km
Pyramída
7.8 km
Sliačska kotlina
4.1 km
Hrob rumunského vojaka
8.2 km
Pomník padlým v SNP
4.5 km
Pomník padlým v SNP
3.8 km
Zvolenský hrad, studňa hradná
628 m
Kostol sv. Mikuláša, hrob s náhrobkom
4.5 km
Zvonice
6.6 km
Vavrinec, dom meštiansky
190 m
Kaštieľ
6.4 km
Zvolenský hrad, bašta juhovýchodná
660 m
Zvolenský hrad, stavba II.
626 m
Zolná Manor house
7.8 km
Divadlo Jozefa Gregora Tajovského
179 mReviews
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