Very interesting rock formations in the southernmost area of Gemer were in the past an ideal place for building fortified castles. Today, we only find remnants of them, but the beautiful scenery has not diminished much.
The route consists of 2 peaks. We start it in the center of the village Hajnáčka. Following the green mark, we slightly ascend a street beneath the castle hill, at the end of which we turn left and once again left along a dead-end street leading to the entrance gate to the castle area of Hajnáčka - the first peak. We are located in a Protected Landscape Area (CHKO), and therefore we visit the upper parts of the area without a bicycle. It is definitely worth it. After the tour, we move on the state road by bicycle to the village Šurice, at the end of which the second peak of the route – Soví hrad – towers. Again, we respect nature protection and look at the highest accessible places only on foot.
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Refreshments: a pub on the square and a nearby pizzeria. Accommodation in a secluded location behind the village: Pension pod Ragáčom (Tel. 0910 225 490)
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Safety information
Increased attention is required when passing through the village of Hajnáčka on the main road (due to blind curves).Tips and suggestions
After returning to the village Hajnáčka, we can let the bicycle rest and go for a hike to the viewpoint Tilič and Pohanský hrad, or in the opposite direction to the photogenic Steblová rock or the second youngest volcano in Slovakia - the Ragáč hill. South of Hajnáčka is the archaeological site Kostná dolina and part of the village called Šťavica with a very interesting surface mineral water spring. Right at it there is a shelter for grilling, swings for children, and an educational panel describing the history of the vanished spa. You can also enjoy the view of the extinct Hajnáčka castle.Hrad Hajnáčka
Public transport
Personal train on the Fiľakovo-Jesenské-Rimavská Sobota route. SAD bus transport from Fiľakovo or Jesenské towards Tachty.Directions
Turnoff from the main road between Fiľakovo and Jesenské.Parking
Free parking in the center of the village Hajnáčka under the castle hill.Coordinates
Localization
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