Hiking
Slovakia offers numerous fantastic hiking trails of all levels that cross the whole country. Regardless of whether you prefer leisurely strolls in the national parks and nature reserves or enjoy climbing breathtaking vertical rocks and high peaks, you will find a trail that suits your taste. Mountain climbing guides with world-wide experience can take you through the more demanding approaches to Slovakia’s summits. One of the most beloved spots of both locals and foreign tourists are the glacial lakes in the Tatra Mountains. Especially attractive are the routes in the national parks Mala Fatra and Velka Fatra, where tourists can meet wild animals and at the same time explore the village Vlkolinec, which is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List for its unique architecture.

Cycling
Cycling is the most fu and healthy way to explore the beauty of Slovakia and feel its tradition and hospitality. The network of cycling paths is unusually dense – more than 5,400 kilometres of marked paths encompasses the whole country. Most of the less used roads in the countryside are also perfect for travelling on two wheels. Some international cycling routes pass through Slovakia, and the 67 kilometres of the route between Budapest and Vienna that are on Slovakian territory stand out among the others. Especially convenient for families and less fit bikers are the Betliarska and Bielooravska cycling trails and the tours around the capital Bratislava. Excellent mountain biking is available in the Tatra Mountains. Slovakia is a biker-friendly country and accommodation, maps, bike rentals and repair services are abundant along the routes.

Horse Riding
The countryside of Slovakia is a lovely setting for excursions on horseback. The trips are ideal for people, who look for relaxation away from civilisation. Many horse breeding farms offer riding tours and lessons for beginners. Rest periods during the trips include visiting places of natural beauty and historical interest, such as the UNESCO protected town of Banska Stiavnica. The accommodation, which is predominantly in private houses found in typical villages, is where tourists can taste local dishes and learn about horse breeding traditions. 

Skiing
Slovakia is one of the preferred destinations in Central and Eastern Europe when it comes to skiing and winter activities. It boasts almost 100 ski centres with 900 kilometres of ski lifts and 30 cable ways. In addition to the usual attractions and facilities, each resort has something uniquely different and special to offer you. The most popular resort is Strbske Pleso in the High Tatras with excellent slopes and runs for all levels. However, the newer resorts in the Tatras and the Fatra range offer equal entertainment and are not as crowded. Along with downhill skiing, cross-country skiing is also becoming more and more popular. Well maintained trails of various length and terrain can be found in Strbske Pleso,  Skalka, Tale, Osrblie, Donovaly and Jasna. The latter provides outstanding opportunities for off-track skiing and freestyle snowboarding. There are also countless attractions off the ski slopes like dog-sleigh racing, snowtubing and tobogganing. For detailed information on skiing in Slovakia, please visit www.ski.sk.