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Let's Go on a Bike Ride 2026—Exploring Banská's History
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Veľká Richňava ReservoirPhoto: Peter Nemec, Banská Bystrica Region Tourism
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Hop on your bike and follow in the footsteps of the miners who shaped the Banská Štiavnica region for centuries. This mining history trail will take you through a landscape where precious metals were extracted from the earth’s depths, where important mining settlements sprang up, and where you can still discover unique engineering monuments and the beauty of the surrounding nature.
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Distance 17.5 km
2:30 h
510 m
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752 m
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This approximately 18-kilometer-long loop, with an elevation gain of nearly 800 meters, offers a dynamic ride along forest trails, mountainous sections, and more peaceful stretches with views of a landscape shaped by a rich mining tradition. The route is intended primarily for more experienced recreational and athletic cyclists who aren’t afraid of longer climbs; they’ll be rewarded with beautiful panoramic views and the authentic atmosphere of this historic mining region.
During the trip, you’ll discover places where natural wealth has been transformed into history, craftsmanship, and technical progress. Every kilometer evokes the stories of miners, metallurgists, and generations of people whose work made this region famous far beyond its borders.
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752 m
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1.3 km
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2.6 km
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3.7 km
Road
9.9 km
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Let's Go on a Bike Ride 2026—Exploring Banská's History
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48.428224, 18.845272
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48°25'41.6"N 18°50'43.0"E
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34U 340605 5366140
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Difficulty
easy
Overall difficulty
easy
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
17.5 km
Duration
2:30 h
Ascent
510 m
Descent
510 m
Highest point
752 m
Lowest point
374 m
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