Kežmarok Castle and the Wooden Church
approx. 2 kmA Renaissance castle in the town centre and a UNESCO-listed wooden articular church. Kežmarok is one of the most beautiful historic towns beneath the Tatras.
Day trip ideas
Kežmarok and the High Tatras
Vtáčikovo is the perfect base for exploring the High Tatras, the Spiš region and the Pieniny. Here's our pick of the best things to do nearby.
Straight from the treehouse
Set off on foot or by bike right from Vtáčikovo: follow the cycle path to Kežmarok lake, walk to the Three Springs (Tri studničky) or explore the Krížová forest. The historic centre of Kežmarok, with its castle and UNESCO-listed Wooden Articular Church, is just a short trip away.
Tatranská Lomnica and Lomnica Peak
approx. 15 kmTake the cable car all the way to the summit of Lomnický štít (Lomnica Peak, 2,634 m), to Skalnaté pleso lake, or hit the ski slopes. The starting point for many High Tatras hikes.
Green Lake (Zelené pleso) and its mountain hut
approx. 20 kmOne of the most beautiful hikes in the High Tatras, starting from Tatranské Matliare – easy-going, with views of dramatic, jagged peaks.
Belianska Cave
approx. 20 kmThe only show cave in the High Tatras, with stunning dripstone formations and small underground pools.
Thermal Park Vrbov
approx. 12 kmA thermal spa with healing waters – perfect after a hike or a day on the slopes in winter.
Bachledka Treetop Walk
approx. 30 kmA wooden walkway at treetop height with views of the Belianske Tatras and the Pieniny. A must for anyone who loves trees!
Pieniny and Dunajec river rafting
approx. 40 kmTraditional wooden raft rides down the Dunajec river, the Červený Kláštor monastery and a scenic cycle route through the Dunajec Gorge.
Levoča and Spiš Castle
approx. 30 – 45 kmUNESCO heritage of the Spiš region: Levoča with Master Paul's Gothic altar, and one of the largest castle complexes in Central Europe.
Slovak Paradise National Park
approx. 50 minLadders, chains and waterfalls in the gorges of Suchá Belá and the Hornád River Gorge. An unforgettable adventure.
Skiing in the High Tatras
15 – 30 kmTatranská Lomnica, Ždiar – Bachledova Valley and Jezersko – ski resorts for beginners and experienced skiers alike.
When to visit
Summer in the forest
From May to October the forest is perfect for hiking, cycling and long evenings outdoors. Summer is ideal for Dunajec river rafting, Slovak Paradise National Park and high-mountain hiking. In autumn the beech forest turns golden and the trails are quieter.
Winter under the snow
In winter Vtáčikovo turns into a fairy tale. After a day on the slopes or at the thermal spa, come back to a crackling wood stove, a hot cup of tea and the silence of the snowy forest.
Getting here
- By car: take the I/67 road from Poprad to Kežmarok (approx. 20 min). Park for free on the street and your host will pick you up.
- By train and bus: trains and buses run to Kežmarok from Poprad, which lies on the main Bratislava – Košice railway line.
- By plane: Poprad-Tatry Airport is approx. 20 km away; Košice is about 2 hours by car, Kraków about 2.5 hours and Budapest about 4 hours.
- By bike: the treehouse is right on the Kežmarok – lake cycle path.
Plan your stay
After a day full of adventures, return to the quiet of the forest and fall asleep in the treetops.