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Sitno Hill

Banská Štiavnica, Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia

4.3 (0)

Overview

The Štiavnica Hills' highest peak (1,009 m), an old volcanic plug with a lookout tower, castle ruins and a legend of knights sleeping inside the mountain. Part of Central Slovakia's outdoors, it's most rewarding in good weather around May – October, with easy walking and plenty to photograph.

Why visit: The best summit view over the Štiavnica caldera.

Things to do

›Summit lookout tower
›Sitno castle ruins
›Caldera panorama
›Nature reserve trail

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Travel Information

Best time

May – October

Weather

Continental hill climate — snowy, frosty winters and comfortable 20–25°C summers, with crisp, colourful autumns ideal for walking.

Entry fee

Free

Hours

Open access, daylight hours.

Est. budget

€0–10

Duration

Half day

Nearby attractions

Within

6.3 km

📍 Heritage

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