Súľov Rocks

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Súľov Rocks, National nature reserve in Bytča District, Slovakia.

The reserve extends across 5.43 square kilometers of mountainous terrain, featuring countless rock formations shaped as towers, needles, gates, and canyons.

The area contains evidence of human settlements dating back 250,000 years, with remnants of stone tools and primitive dwellings scattered throughout the reserve.

The rock formations represent a significant part of Slovak natural heritage, drawing climbers, geologists, and naturalists from across Europe to study its features.

Multiple marked trails accommodate different skill levels, with the educational path from Súľov-Hradná village offering a complete circuit in two hours.

The Gothic Gate formation reaches 13 meters in height, standing as the largest natural rock gate formation in the Súľov Mountains range.

Location: Bytča District

Location: Žilina District

Inception: 2004

Made from material: conglomerate

GPS coordinates: 49.17397,18.58287

Latest update: May 13, 2025 20:12

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