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Escape Room in Ružomberku offers two escape room games. THE HOUSE is an engaging and mysterious escape room with a creepy atmosphere.  You and your team will be locked in an old house full of surprises. THE CURSE OF THE PHARAOH will take you to the ancient Egypt. In order for you to get out, you will have to find the spell and lift Tutankhamun’s curse. The escape rooms are perfect for groups of friends, families with children and corporate team building. We also offer outdoor escape games. Download the YouCity mobile application and have fun exploring Ružomberok and other towns.

If you wish to spend your vacation and free time actively, you can book a multi-purpose tennis court in Pavčina Lehota suitable for playing tennis, netball, badminton and other kinds of ball games. It has artificial turf as a surface – a “fast” surface.

The tennis court is located in Pavčina Lehota No. 11, next to the Apartmány Nízke Tatry accommodation facility, in a quiet environment at the end of the village. It is open to the public and the accommodated guests.

Balony.sk is one of the largest operators of balloon flights in Slovakia. They have an extensive fleet of 20 new balloons. The main goal is to provide customers with the most beautiful experiences and to spread awareness about aeronautics. They have been working in the field for more than a quarter of a century, and during our existence we have provided wonderful experiences to tens of thousands of satisfied customers. You can now experience a great experience in aeronautics in Liptov.

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Experience Liptov from a bird’s eye view and enjoy beautiful views. The balloon ride over the Tatra mountains truly is a wonderful and amazing experience you will never forget.

Gothal is a multifunctional family complex that provides accommodation in cottages or guesthouses, traditional cuisine in Koliba Liptov and many sports and relaxation activities in the adjacent complex of the Water World and its surroundings: sports activities such as fitness with climbing wall, tennis, badminton, workout area, bowling, children’s corner, 2 playgrounds, e-bike rental, weekend animations or the nearby Ferrata Two Towers.

We lock you into teacher cabinet and you can get out only if you solve several tasks and rebuses from subjects, as physics, chemistry, literature, music, geography and many others.

Your task is to escape from teacher’s cabinet within 1 hour, while you have to decode 11 locks by different hidden hints and clues and get the key. If some problems appear, you can contact our staff, which is available during all the time. If you were not able to escape despite our help, we would willingly unlock you.

Outdoor Shooting Range Liptov

Come to test your shooting skills, have fun and gain an unforgettable experience in the first Shot EKO shooting range in Slovakia. You don´t need to have a shooting licence or own a gun. We will offer you a wide range of weapons and our certified shooting instructors will provide you with professional training.

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Come and try laser games, have fun with your friends or family and hang out in nice environment.

You can play laser tag, laser maze, play dance, table football. Laser Tag is a laser shootout in the labyrinth. The game may be played by 2 to 12 players. Minimum age of player is 6 years. More players, more fun. You don’t have to worry about getting dirty or hurt, unlike paintball, the Laser Tag is totally painless and safe.

With the Liptov Region Card you also get a discount on the Escape Room.

For the smallest one you will find here a nice furnished children corner.

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The immediate connection with the surrounding countryside and air, which you will become part of once you start your flight. You have got the feeling you are a strong man and for many people it is unknown feeling of freedom. You can experience all these without having to know anything about flying. You just have to sit back in the seat and enjoy your flight. During the flight instructor will show you a way how to fly and under the supervision of a professional you can try to fly the aircraft yourself. It is possible to fly up to the impressive heights, often to the clouds and to discover a new world, a world into which you will want to return again. For many people is the flight in ultra light aircraft or a tandem paraglide unforgettable experience of a lifetim.

Malinô Brdo is located only 1 km from the center of Ružomberok. It is located in the beautiful environment of Veľká Fatra at an altitude of 545 to 1209 m.a.s.l. It is a popular resting place not only for domestic but also foreign tourists.

A chair lift takes visitors to the top of Malinné (1 209 m above sea level), from where they can enjoy panoramic views of the Western, Low and High Tatras, Malá Fatra and Chočské Vrchy. During the summer season, the cable car and chairlift operate daily at half-hourly intervals. In the case of a larger number of visitors, the cable cars run continuously.

Here you will find relaxation by the water, a trip by cable car to the mountains of Malinô Brdo, fun activities for small children, an action-packed ride on an all-terrain scooter or go-cart, and an adrenaline rush at the bike park.

CYCLING ROUTES

1. To Čutkovská Dolina through Vtáčnik

The route takes bikers from Hrabovo through Kalvária, Vtáčnik and Čutkovská dolina back to Hrabovo

2. To Podsuchá through Smrekovica

The route starts in Hrabovo towards Vtáčnik and then continues through the Nižné Šiprúnske saddle and Smrekovica. It ends with a descent to Podsuchá.

3. From Podsuchá to Smrekovica

The route follows an asphalt road to Smrekovica and ends at the Vojenská Zotavovňa military convalescent home.

4. From Podsuchá to Smrekovica (past Škutovky)

The route runs from Podsuchá to Škutovky (2 km). From here it follows a path to Smrekovica (5 km) and an asphalt road to the Vojenská Zotavovňa military convalescent home.

5. Čutkovská dolina

The route begins in Hrabovo and ends in Čutkovo.

6. From Čutkovo to Ľubochňa past Tlstá hora

Beginning in Čutkovo, the route takes you past Tlstá hora to Ľubochňa and back to Hrabovo via Švošov and Hrboltová.

7. From Ľubochňa to Ružomberok (Hrabovo)

The route begins and ends in Ružomberok (Hrabovo).

8. To Vlkolínec past Krkavá skala

The route runs from Hrabovo and continues through Kalvária to the beginning of Cyklokorytnička. From here it sweeps past Gejdák and Krkavá skala and into Vlkolínec.

9. Vlkolínec loop (past Šiprúň)

The route starts in Hrabovo and continues through Kalvária and Suché Hrabovo to Vlkolínec. From here the route passes on past Kozia farma to Jazierce and back to Vlkolínec.

10. To the Korytnica Spa through Podsuchá

The route runs from Hrabovo and continues through Kalvária to Vtáčnik. It then passes on to Čutkovská dolina and back to Hrabovo.

HIKING TIPS

Find inspiration in our list of TOP hiking trails

  • Hiking time:
  • Total elevation gain:
  • Places of interests

Odporúčame Vám nasledovné turistické trasy:
1. Hrabovo – Kalvária – Vlčia skala – Sidorovo (1099 m) – Vlkolínec – Suché Hrabovo – Hrabovo

  • Hiking time: 3,5 hod., 12 km
  • Total elevation gain: 412 m
  • Places of interests: Vlkolínec – drevená obec zapísaná v zozname UNESCO

2. Hrabovo – Kalvária – okruh okolo Sidorova – Kalvária – Hrabovo

  • Hiking time: 3 hod., 11 km
  • Total elevation gain: 324 m

3. Hrabovo – Šimunovo – Malinô Brdo (1209 m.n.m.) – Vtáčnik – Suché Hrabovo – Kalvária – Hrabovo

  • Hiking time: 3,5 hod., 12 km
  • Total elevation gain: 698 m

4. Hrabovo – Kalvária – Suché Hrabovo – Vtáčnik – Šiprúnske sedlo – Janošíkova kolkáreň – Smrekovica ( 1478 m.n.m.) – Podsuchá

  • Hiking time: 6 hod., 23 km
  • Total elevation gain: 938 m
  • Places of interests: Smrekovica – recreation center, Janošíkova kolkáreň – national nature conservation area

5. Hrabovo – Kalvária – Malinô Brdo – Vtáčnik – Šiprúnske sedlo – Maďarovo (1331 mn.m.) – sedlo pod Tlstou horou – Čutková dolina

  • Hiking time: 5 hod., 20 km
  • Total elevation gain: 791 m
TRAILS
  1. Zelená (Green)
  • Length: 4 300 m
  • Average slope: 9,3 %
  • Total elevation gain: 397 m

The easiest trail in the bike park, perfect for the first time down hill riders and families with kids. It is located below the upper station of the gondola cable car and is largely made up of forest paths and meadows. Rent a bike and equipment and enjoy your first time down hill mountain biking!

 

  1. Modrý zamat (Blue Velvet)

This freeride trail is one of the most popular trails in Ružomberok. It is a single track trail with the predominant surface being clay (90%). It features plenty of banked turns (app. 60), jumps, doubles, berms and waves. The trails is designed for beginner to advanced riders, allowing them to ride at their own pace. Highly recommended!

 

  1. Low Ryder
  • Length: 500 m
  • Average slope: 17,2 %
  • Total elevation gain: 69 m

Low Ryder is a single track DH trail with no artificial obstacles. The ride starts on No. 2 trail and it connects to No. 4 trail after about 1,3 km. You can then ride into the trails No. 1, 2 and 4.

 

  1. Monster Dog
  • Length: 1 600 m
  • Average slope: 14,5 %
  • Total elevation gain: 232 m

The trail is suited to advanced and experienced riders, with lots of tree roots, rocks and artificial obstacles, such as drops, doubles, a rock garden and wooden bridges. You can access the trail from Modrý Zamat (trail No. 2) after around 1,2 km. To get to the bottom, you can either follow trail No. 1 or trail No. 2.

 

  1. Intro
  • Length: 500 m
  • Average slope: 15,4 %
  • Total elevation gain: 77 m

The Intro trail is the beginning section of a downhill route. It features a lot of tree roots, rocks, natural jumps, man-made doubles and a gap. The trail is a multi-user route designed for experienced riders. It  connects to trail No. 4, which you can choose to ride to get to the bottom. You can also take trail No. 1 and trail No. 2.

 

  1. ENZED
  • Length: 1 050 m
  • Average slope: 20 %
  • Total elevation gain:  200 m

The ENZED trail is best suited for the most demanding of riders. It has been designed in cooperation with world-class riders riding for the Banshee Bikes Factory Team, an international pro downhill race team led by Matej Charvát. The terrain is steep and technically challenging, featuring tight turns, open turns, roots and rocks. The first half of the track is the most challenging part, with two large double drops firing you into a steep rooty down-slope. The second half of the trail will challenge you with a techy traverse.

ENZED trail is the most difficult trail in the park. Its level of difficulty increases when it is wet and   multiplies when it rains. Its difficult nature makes it popular among downhill mountain bike racers competing both nationally and internationally. You can access the trail from DH PRO (trail No. 7). After  about 100 m, turn left. To reach the bottom, you can either take trail No. 4, 1 or 2.

 

  1. DH PRO
  • Length: 1 000 m
  • Average slope: 19,9 %
  • Total elevation gain: 199 m

The track starts at the upper station of the gondola cable car and leads to Monster Dog (No. 4 trail). It is designed for the most demanding of riders. It includes plenty of technically challenging sections with open traverses, steep terrain, roots and rocks. DH PRO trail connects to trails No. 4, 1  and 2.

 

  1. Bidasken
  • Length: 800 m
  • Average slope: 11,5 %
  • Total elevation gain: 92 m

The track is designed for the most advanced mountain bikers. Its construction was inspired by the North Shore Trail and so it is mainly made up of forest paths and wooden bridges of different shapes. You can access the trail from Modrý zamat (trail No.2) after around 1,7 km. The trail connects to trail No. 4 and also to trails No.  1, 2 and 4.

 

  1. Blizzard
  • Length: 4 100 m
  • Average slope: 9,7 %
  • Total elevation gain : 392 m

The Blizzard is a trail designed to accommodate riders of all abilities, from beginners and hard tail riders right through to experienced enduro and downhill riders. The trail is a single-track route of variable surface types. Its natural and built parts will take you through meadow and forest terrain, packed full of small to moderate obstacles, such as terrain waves, small jumps, step-ups, wooden   bridges, close as well as banked turns and several easy root and rocky passages.

Its low average slope and braking bumps remove the need for breaking sharply, making the ride flow smoothly. The overall length of the trail and its features will test your endurance and biking skills. Highly recommended to every XC trail, all-mountain, enduro and freeride/downhill rider.

 

  1. MALINA
  • Length: 2 200 m
  • Average slope: 10 %
  • Total elevation gain: 280 m
  • Difficulty level: blue

This newly built trail begins at the upper station of the chairlift and winds its way down the piste towards the saddle of the Malinô Brdo mountain. This section of the route offers wonderful panoramic views stretching over the Chočské Vrchy mountains, the Western Tatras and the Low Tatras. After around 1000 m, the trail enters the forest with some turns along the way and after some time it joins the Vlkolínska piste again. The trail traverses the slope and heads back towards the lower station of the chairlift.

 

  1. SUCHÁ
  • Length: 3 000 m
  • Average slope: 8,5  %
  • Total elevation gain: 380 m
  • Difficulty level: green

This trail also begins at the upper station of the chairlift located at the top of the Malinné mountain. It enters the forest with a steeper descent and then it connects to a section made of gravel and broken asphalt paths. The trail finishes in the Vlkolínske meadows, next to the Mini Zoo, just at the foot of the Sidorovo mountain.

 

MYSTERIES OF THE FOREST – A FAMILY GAME IN NATURE

Competitions with the best

Take a day trip with the little ones, have fun solving logic-educational tasks together with the children and discover the beauty of the nature of Veľká Fatra in the Malinô Brdo resort!

Go on a trip or a short hike and when you manage to find all the mysterious places, the little hiker will get a reward!

How to play game

  • Each child receives a booklet when purchasing a cable car ticket. If you buy your tickets online, don’t forget to stop by the box office to pick them up!
  • You will take the cable car and according to the map you will find places with animal statues.
  • You solve simple tasks in the booklet and write down the secret password from each place on the last page of the booklet.
  • When you find at least 6 passwords, take the cable car back and pick up your reward at the cash desk.
  • And if you also complete the bonus task and hike to the top of Malinná, take a photo with the wooden deer and after the hike you will earn a sweet reward at the Takáto Ice Cream Cafe, where the little hiker will get a free ice cream!

 

BUGGY AND BOUNCY CASTLE FOR CHILDREN

Electric buggies and a bouncy castle at Aprés-ski are new. On Maline Brda, during the summer holidays, you will find an off-road track with electric buggies for children, who will become little drivers and riders who can go crazy to their heart’s content. Or even the little ones can go crazy on the bouncy castle with the slide while the parents enjoy a refreshing drink or coffee on the terrace.here.

TERRAIN SCOOTERS AND MOUNTAIN CARTS

When visiting the resort, don’t forget the adrenaline ride on an all-terrain scooter or mountain cart along a 4.5-kilometer route directly from the cable car exit to Hrabov. The trip takes about 20 minutes, during which you will enjoy fun and driving through beautiful nature on an asphalt road. If you have enough time, an interesting option is to rent e-bikes, with which you can experience effortless bike tours around the area.

TIPS FOR A TRIP

Among the sought-after easy tourist routes is the Mevedia cesta educational forest trail, on which you will learn interesting facts about the brown bear from information boards. The route is 4.5 km long and even the smallest can handle it. Another sought-after location is Vlkolínec, which is included in the list of UNESCO monuments. It is only 40 minutes away from the top station of the cable car, and along the way you will also visit the Sidorovo Minifarm. The route is 2.4 km long and follows a hiking trail. You can find other types of hiking here: https://skipark.sk/aktivity/bikepark/turistika/

BIKE PARK

In summer, the center is a paradise for bikers. You will find 11 tracks where even the most experienced riders will test their skills! You will find more than 30 km of tracks of varying difficulty. You can comfortably ride the 8-seater cable car with your bike and ride as much as you want.

MINI FARM SIDOROVO

During the summer holidays from 1.7. until 1.9.2024 the Sidorovo mini farm will be open to all visitors.which you can find 20 minutes from the top station of the cable car. A short walk through the charming nature of Veľká Fatra will be enriched by the animals that you will find here.

During the trip to Vlkolínec from Malina Brda, you can plan a short break at the mini-farm located along the route.

The mini farm is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

 

 

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Fun and adrenaline in Liptov Area doesn´t end. A baby zone with inflatable tiger, aqua zorbing, or electric cars will certainly contribute to the satisfaction of your sprouts. Adrenaline enthusiasts can also try riding on a four-wheeler, climbing wall or paintball. Enjoy relaxation with archery, shooting from Winchester rifle, zorbing football and enjoy your time and holiday spent in the FUN Arena Liptov.

 

Come with us and enjoy a perfect adventure from the horseback.

We will go together through a beautiful mountain landscape where majestic Kriváň Mt will accompany us all the time. On a horseback we will discover countryside, beautiful views, herb plantations, wildly living cows and horses, or wild animals living in our region. We will visit places where horses can take a rest; we will refresh ourselves and enjoy the sounds of nature and long views to the Liptov basin or a view of the beautiful Tatras (Low, High and West Tatras).

You can find half-day or full-day trips in our offer, with breaks for relaxation and refreshment. This is a real adventure suitable for couples or for families with children. There are many trails of different difficulty, so everyone will come into his own, even beginners.

Fulfil your dream of flying!

In the glass flight chamber having a diameter of 4,3 m and an overall height of unbelievable 14 m the wind blows at an amazing speed of 270 km/h. Book your flight and experience the feeling of free falling from the height of 4 000 m. No previous experience and special physical requirements needed. You will float at a safe height, under the constant supervision of properly licensed instructors.

Anyone can fly, with the exception of:

• Pregnant women
• Persons under the influence of alcohol or other drugs
• Persons with impaired blood circulation and heart problems
• Persons with spine and disc problems or any injuries

“HURRICANE” package
  • Bestseller
  • Adrenaline taxi flight
  • For 1 person
  • 3 min. of flying time (2 entries)
  • Instructor and outfit rental
“HURRICANE L” package
  • Adrenaline taxi flight
  • For 1 person
  • 6 min. of flying time (3 entries)
  • Instructor and outfit rental

ZipLine Hrabovo (alpine Lane) is a new adrenalin attraction in Hrabovo valley near Ruzomberok cable that connects the two parks in one, the largest rope park in Slovakia with the length of 1110 m.

ZipLine track is 300 meters and offers a unique view over the Hrabovo water level of the dam. When driving the speed reaches 40-60 km / h. Zip Line in Hrabove is the longest zipline cable car to Slovensku

ZipLine track is weight limitations for passenger weighing at least 40 kg and maximum 120 kg. Attractions operation is limited poveternostnimi conditions.

In collaboration with professionals ( Work in heights, Ltd. ) we have prepared in Čutkovská valley in Ruzomberok adrenaline novelty – ZipLine funicular (Zip-wire). The track has  a length of 210 meters  and passes over Čutkovská valley in beautiful natural surroundings over the pasture with sheep, pond, creek and family resort giants . The highest point reaches a height of up to 20 meters!

In implementing and operating mainly we pay attention to safety !

ZipLine is part of the theme park giant , where the start and goal of the entire alpine experience pulley over Čutkovská valley. As part of the Giant’s zipline stylized as zinc (cord), where a branch Čutka dried laundry. 🙂

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Tarzania is a rope park built from various rope obstacles that are hung on the trees. TARZANIA is designed for all those who want to enjoy proper level of adrenaline, slight dose of physical activity and mainly perfect experience.In both our parks in Liptov we offer two routes of different difficultyfor adults (height above 150 cm) and of course the route for small children.

Average time for passing the most difficult route is 1.5 hou.

TARZANIA is rope park build from diferent kinds of rope obstacles, which are hanging on trees or artificial pillars. You can try TARZANIA both in summer and winter. Rope park is for everyone who would like to enjoy high adrenalin, sport challenge and perfect memories. TARZANIA operates eleven rope parks around Slovakia.

Average time for passing the most difficult route is 1.5 hour.

We have prepared for you new rope park in Jasná, located in new better place at Záhradky, above Lúčky. We have to say bye to previous old park because it was destroyed by wind storm.

Motel Ranč is located in the heart of Lower Liptov region, where the mountains of the Liptov Basin meet the Choč Hills, the Great Fatra and the Low Tatras. In addition to accommodation, Motel Ranch offers a wide range of sports activities for children and adults, such as squash, bowling, billiard, table tennis and sauna. All these sports activities are in one large room, with possibility of refreshment and blackboards for corporate and family events and meetings.

Squash Liptov is located in the centre of Liptovský Mikuláš. There are 2 certified squash courts, which can also be used for table tennis, rental of squash rackets and balls. It is necessary to use sneakers which does not leave tracks on the court.

Come and enjoy yourself. Squash guesthouse offers you the opportunity to play squash on certified courts with ASB brand. There is sport equipment rental at your disposal offering rackets, balls and footwear. Qualified trainers and friendly service are waiting for you.

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