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1 HOW TO GET HERE HOW TO TRAVEL IN THE REGION Tips for trip BY PLANE From the UK directly to Košice from 25 Via London, Bristol, Doncaster/Sheffield wizzair.com From Poland directly to Košice from 105 Via Warsaw lot.com From the Czech Republic directly to Košice from 75 Via Prague czechairlines.com From Ukraine directly to Košice from 75 Via Kiev czechairlines.com From Austria directly to Košice from 280 Via Vienna austrian.com From Bratislava directly to Košice from 60 czechairlines.com From Germany directly to Košice from 10 Via Koln wizzair.com From Israel directly to Košice from 40 Via Tel Aviv wizzair.com From Turkey directly to Košice from 105 Via Istanbul turkishairlines.com From over 200 destinations in the world, you can get in Košice by just one transfer with: turkishairlines.com via Istanbul czechairlines.com via Prague austrian.com via Vienna lot.com via Warsaw BY CAR Traveling by car is the best choice if you long for the freedom of movement. Do you need to rent a car? Find the best offer at rentalcars.com. BY BUS The Eurobus and Arriva coaches can transport you to virtually all the towns and villages. cp.sk eurobus.sk arrivami.sk BY TRAIN Many cities and villages are also linked by rail. Book your ticket at slovakrail.sk cp.sk. BY BIKE Recommended cycling trails in the Košice region may be found on the portal turistikaonline.sk. LOCAL PUBLIC TRANSPORT Information on the public transport in Košice and other towns in the region may be found at ke.imhd.sk BY TRAIN From Bratislava directly to Košice about 5 hrs. from 9 fast trains of the ZSSK and InterCity slovakrail.sk From Budapest directly to Košice about 3.5 hrs. from 10 EuroCity fast train ZSSK slovakrail.sk From Prague directly to Košice about 8 hrs. from 9 to 35 Coach with couchettes and car transport wagon available EuroCity ZSSK, ČD Pendolino, LeoExpress and RegioJet slovakrail.sk Le.cz regiojet.sk BY BUS Water adventures Wandering for water experiences from Košice to the region Zemplín Košice Slovenský raj From all the cities in Slovakiaand Europe directly to Košice eurolines.sk studentagency.sk eurobus.sk BY CAR Budapest Košice M3 highway about 3.5 hrs. Krakow Novy Sacz Košice about 4 hrs. Bratislava Košice D1 highway about 5 hrs. Vienna Budapest Košice M1, M3 highways about 5 hrs. Prague Brno Košice D1 highway about 7.5 hrs. Note: Information on air and train connections to Košice and their prices are valid as of the month of July Their character is informative.

2 Spišské Bystré Revúca Poprad Hranovnica Vernár Rejdová Slavošovce Stratená Dobšiná Ochtiná Suchá Belá Nižná Slaná Štítnik 8 Mlynky Vlachovo Plešivec Hrabušice Slavec Čingov Hnilec Betliar Levoča Rožňava Silica Spišská Nová Ves Spišský Hrhov Markušovce Rudňany Nálepkovo Krásnohorské Podhradie Lipovník Silická Jablonica Poráč Smolník Hrhov Spišský hrad Žehra Spišské Vlachy Slovinky Štós Krompachy Helcmanovce Medzev Šugov Hačava Zádiel Háj Turňa nad Bodvou Široké Fričovce Gelnica Prakovce Kojšov Poproč Jasov Margecany Zlatá Idka Žipov Moldava nad Bodvou Chminianska Nová Ves Veľký Folkmar 6 Malá Lodina Bukovec Hodkovce Bzenov PREŠOV KOŠICE Šaca 4 Petrovany Seňa 5 Kysak Kapušany Družstevná pri Hornáde Rozhanovce 7 Zlatá Baňa Kecerovce Ruskov Nižná Myšľa Ždaňa Červenica Opiná Rankovce Herľany Svinica Slanec Hanušovce nad Topľou Vyšný Žipov Soľ Vranov nad Topľou Zemplínska Teplica Sečovce Kuzmice Nová Kelča Benkovce Sedliská Hencovce Horovce Trebišov Zemplínske Hradište Hraň Petrovce nad Laborcom Pozdišovce Oborín Strážske Humenné Michalovce Budkovce Vojany Kamenica nad Cirochou Zemplínska šírava Senné Veľké Kapušany Snina Sobrance Stakčín Morské oko Remetské Hámre Tibava Kolonica Vyšné Nemecké Ruská Bystrá Beňatina Inovce Užhorod Hidasnémeti Veľká Tŕňa Michaľany Gemerská Ves Leles Figa Tornaľa Malá Tŕňa Viničky Klin nad Bodrogom Zemplín Svätuše Veľký Horeš Kráľovský Chlmec Veľké Trakany 1 : Sárospatak 1 cm = 7.66 km Malý Kamenec Ondava river sail Labores river sail Labores river sail Hornád river sail Hornád river sail Hornád river sail Hornád river sail Hornád river sail Sedliská Hencovce Strážske Petrovce Humenné Strážske Družstevná pri Kysak Košice Malá Lodina Košice Ždaňa Hidasnémeti Hrabušice Čingov nad Laborcom Hornáde Košice

3 Tips for trip You no longer have to ride to the sea or the wild water to Norway for swimming in crystal clear water or exciting sailing. All the summer adventures may be found in the Košice region. While the Zemplínska šírava lake - the second largest dam in Slovakia - will surprise you with a new sandy beach and the possibility of enjoying romantic night cruises and adrenaline rides, the Hornád and the Laborec rivers will win your heart by their mysterious meanders that would gradually unveil the untouched nature of the region. And for those who prefer lying by the swimming pool, we have tips for great wellness hotels and a thermal park with healing water from the geothermal well as a bonus. And sometimes, you do not even have to leave Košice! Water adventures Sites recommended by visitors and the Košice Region official authority for tourism development Košice Region Tourism Wandering in search of water adventures from Košice to the region of Zemplín Košice Slovenský raj Amazing river, beautiful nature, and great people. strejdajara, Czechia (TripAdvisor, 2016) The whole day of sailing down the river, ending with a barbecue. That was just amazing. PartisanOwl, the UK (TripAdvisor, 2016) The Hornád breakthrough - an experience after which a man walks away clapped, but happy. Roman G., Slovensko (TripAdvisor, 2017) We have prepared for you the recommended sites in the region where you can experience various water adventures Are you passionate kayakers, or do you want to learn something new? Did you know that the Košice region is hiding water-related experiences for all ages and levels of difficulty? Do not hesitate to discover the sites you will recall for a long time Visit the 3 recommended destinations for your adventures: Zemplín, Košice, and Slovenský Raj Share with us and other visitors your experiences and photos at: kosiceregion kosiceregion kosiceregion Welcome to getting to know the Košice region! Your team of the Košice Region Tourism

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6 1 ITINERARY: Zemplín allures by its water adventures that you will enjoy with your family and friends Sailing down the rivers in the Zemplín region sightseeing cruise or adrenaline at the Zemplínska Šírava lake Wellness When looking for water, go to Zemplín! Where else can you experience romantic and exciting canoes or rafting, sightseeing cruise and adrenaline adventures on one of the biggest Slovak dams or bathing in healing geothermal water? Be inspired by our tips and plan a one-time trip or a several-day holiday. We consider all the generations, and so all of them have something to enjoy. A family holiday? Having fun with friends? A programme for your grandparents? No problem. Zemplín indeed offers abundant possibilities for everyone and we have chosen the most attractive ones for you. Ideal for individual groups and families with children duration of sailing hrs. Lengths of sailing km Petrovany Seňa Kysak Kapušany Družstevná pri Hornáde Rozhanovce KOŠICE Zlatá Baňa Kecerovce Nižná Myšľa Ždaňa Červenica Opiná Rankovce Herľany Ruskov Svinica Slanec Hanušovce nad Topľou Vyšný Žipov Soľ Vranov nad Topľou Zemplínska Teplica Sečovce Kuzmice Nová Kelča Benkovce Sedliská Hencovce Horovce Trebišov Zemplínske Hradište Pozdišovce Strážske Humenné Michalovce Budkovce Snina Sobrance Veľké Hraň Oborín Kapušany 1 : cm = 7.66 km Veľká Tŕňa Petrovce nad Laborcom Vojany Kamenica nad Cirochou Zemplínska šírava Senné Stakčín Morské oko Remetské Hámre Tibava Kolonica Vyšné Nemecké

7 Stop Activity Km Locale Duration Info START Transfer (1:15 hrs.) 67 Košice»...» Zemplínska šírava 17:00 18:15 Dinner Hotel Euro Pension Salaš 1 st day Accommodation for 2 nights Zemplínska šírava/vinné 2 nd day (morning) 2 nd day (afternoon) SAIL 1 (alternative 1) Ondava river (Sedliská Hencovce) Transfer (45 min.) 40 Zemplínska šírava/vinné»...» Sedliská 8:00 8:45 by one s own car Sail Ondava river 7,3 Sedliská»...» Hencovce (1.5 2 hrs.) 9:30 11:30 16 / ship / Transfer to the car (10 min.) 6 Hencovce»...» Sedliská 11:45 11:55 operator will provide Transfer (45 min.) 40 Sedliská»...» Zemplínska šírava/vinné 12:00 12:45 by one s own car SAIL 2 (alternative 2) Laborec river (Strážske Petrovce n/laborcom) Transfer (30 min.) 25 Zemplínska šírava/vinné»...» Strážske 8:00 8:30 by one s own car Sail Laborec river 13,1 Strážske»...» Petrovce nad Laborcom (3 3.5 hrs.) 9:00 12:30 20 / ship / Transfer to the car (10 min.) 10 Petrovce nad Laborcom»...» Strážske 12:45 12:55 operator will provide Transfer (30 min.) 25 Strážske»...» Zemplínska šírava/vinné 13:00 13:30 by one s own car SAIL 3 (alternative 3) Laborec river (Humenné Strážske) Transfer (40 min.) 35 Zemplínska šírava/vinné»...» Humenné 8:00 8:40 by one s own car Sail Laborec river 9 Humenné»...» Strážske (2 hrs.) 9:00 11:00 17 / ship / Transfer to the car (10 min.) 10 Strážske»...» Humenné 11:15 11:25 operator will provide Transfer (40 min.) 35 Humenné»...» Zemplínska šírava/vinné 11:45 12:20 by one s own car Lunch Zemplínska šírava 13:00 14:30 Sightseeing cruise by ship on Z. Šírava (alternative 1) Wellness in the hotel (alternatíva 2) Thermalpark Šírava (alternative 3) Adrenalín na Šírave (alternative 4) Hôrka Zemplínska šírava Hôrka Hotel Glamour Zemplínska šírava Hotel Glamour 16:00 16:45 July August / 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 16:00 / Price: 2 5 Contact: Wellness in the Hotel Glamour or Vinnay 16:00 19: Thermalpark Šírava 16:00 19:00 Zemplínska šírava 16:00 19:00 Price: 9 55 Sightseeing cruises at a motor yacht, boats and scooters Dinner Zemplínska šírava 19:45 21: rd day Transfer (1 hr. 15 min.) 67 Zemplínska šírava/vinné»...» Košice 19:45 21:00

8 Sailing down the Zemplín region 2. Sailing Strážske Petrovce nad Laborcom Sailing down the Laborec river will also please one by its pellucid water Prepare for a water trip as if it were a scene from a Czech film. Floating the river with a cheerful party and swimming in crystal clear water during the day, of the water sportsmen and, and sitting at the campfire and singing tramp songs in the evening. This is how the Laborec river sailing may look like, which will show two faces to its visitors at the all-rounder section of Strážske - Petrovce nad Laborcom. While the first part offers beautiful river scenery, views of the Vihorlat mountain massif and a gravel trough with the possibility of camping and swimming in clear water, the second section of the floodplain forests is characterized by the slight flow slowed-down by a dyke at Petrovce, where the sailing ends. The start of the sail is on the right bank of the river, about a kilometer downstream from the bridge in Strážske. 1. Sailing Sedliská Hencovce Family kayak trip with a visit to the castle If you are looking for a sail at Zemplín, which your children will not be afraid of, you have just found it. The Sedliska - Hencovce section is not just technically easy, but it also is relatively short, as it takes only about 2 hours. So if you are a beginner and take your restless minors with you, we recommend you this sail with charmful meanders in the floodplain forest. The sail begins on the right bank of Ondava river in the village of Sedliská, near the bus stop Sedliská-Podčičva. If you arrive by car, you can park by the nearby restaurant or in the abandoned stone quarry under the reconstructed castle of Čičva. The easy trail up to the beautifully landscaped castle can easily be walked even by children, so you may enjoy the views of the river meanders and the surrounding countryside from the bird s eye view. 3. Sailing Humenné Strážske The wide Laborec river basin will satisfy even the most demanding water sportsmen This 9-kilometer-long section of the Laborec river boasts by its comfortable start right in Humenné at the winter stadium and a particularly wide, gravel-shaped bed with long turns. Not just the beginners, but also experienced water sportsmen would find it great; they also may take part in the Sail Race for rapid and competitive water sportsmen at the Spring Sail Race. Those less competitive may look for a beautiful natural scenery with beautiful views of the picturesque Zemplín hills and the castle of Brekov. However, the sail with more challenging stretches is not available all year round, so if you are interested, wait for longer and heavier rain, which will adjust the section to irresistible form.

9 Sightseeing cruise or adrenaline on the Šírava lake 4. Sightseeing cruise on the Zemplínska Šírava lake Take a look at Zemplín from the cruise ship s deck Wellness If you visit Zemplín during the summer months, the visit the Zemplínska Šírava lake - the second largest Slovak water reservoir - is a must. And if you by chance become tired of sunbathing on some of its gravel beaches, embark the Zemplín cruise ship with your family or a bunch of friends, where you may enjoy the beauties of the region from the ship s deck while sipping a chilled drink. During the season, the ship cruises every day, and the cruise takes about 50 minutes. Holiday makers embark and disbark in the port of the Hôrka recreational centre, but during the cruise you will see other interesting holiday destinations like Šírava or Medvedia Hora, Kaluža, Kamenec or Paľkov. 6. Wellness in the Šírava Thermal Park Both children and their parents will enjoy staying in the Šírava Thermal Park The kids are screaming, the parents are enjoying relaxation in the sauna, and the grandparents are being treated in a pool with geothermal water. This may also be an option for your visit to the Šírava Thermal Park, which will satisfy persons of all ages. For the smallest ones, there is a children s pool with slides, a wild river, a swinging bay, and a children s playground. Their parents may enjoy swimming and massage pools, as well as a special swimming pool with simulated sea waves and various types of saunas with ice-fall and massaging showers. Your elders will primarily appreciate the outdoor swimming pool with water from a geothermal well with a temperature of 40 C and curative effects for people suffering from rheumatic and skin diseases. All of this is offered along with a beautiful view of the Zemplínska Šírava lave and the Vihorlatské Vrchy mountain range. 5. Adrenalín at the Zemplínska Šírava lake Adrenaline or romance? Or both of these? Imagine driving an 8-cylinder boat with a power of 300 hp. And now imagine that you are sitting in a wheel that such a boat is pulling. If you belong among adrenaline enthusiasts, the sightseeing cruise from Hôrka, followed by an adrenaline ride back, is just something for you. In particular, the ladies might appreciate the romantic night cruise. Take a blanket, make yourself comfortable, and let yourself sway on the waves of Šírava, which is lit only by the moon and the stars in the night. In addition, you can book a boat with a captain and a stewardess in the seafarers clothing for private celebrations. A small boat decoration and champagne is included. 7. Wellness in the Hotel Glamour If you are looking for a relaxing wellness stay while enjoying the sunbathing at Šírava, visit Hotel Glamor and enjoy the sauna in the luxurious four-star hotel. If you suffer from musculoskeletal pains, try the Finnish sauna, which also influences the loosening of impurities from the skin, so it also has detoxication and cosmetic significance. Infra sauna also helps with the weight loss and cellulite problems. Sauning as such, at the same time, strengthens immunity, the body becomes more resistant to colds and better tolerates physical and mental stress. Ideally, one should combine a wellness visit with some of the gourmet dinner evenings in the restaurant with the band playing live music and a magical terrace just above the beach.

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12 2 ITINERARY: COMBINE BUSINESS WITH PLEASURE AND ENJOY BOTH CULTURE OF KOŠICE AND A BIT OF SPORT Sails on the Hornád Fun on two wheels Košice ZOO Sightseeing of Košice Imagine a beautiful summer day. You are sitting in a kayak, and while you are drifting by the tranquil stream of the river, you are watching the beautiful landscape and breathe in fresh air. In the evening, you will dock and pass through the medieval square of the historic city centre. All of a sudden, you would be tempted to know something more, so you enter the charming cathedral full of artistic notabilia. This is one of the way your all-day trip may look like, as scheduled by our suggestions. If you do not feel like going to the water in the hot days and you prefer a refreshing shade of the forest, try biking trails near Kosice. If you are planning a trip with children who are interested in culture and history like you are about painting and plasticine, change the walk through the centre for a day-long trip to the ZOO. Ideal for individual groups and families with children duration of sailing 1 5 hrs. Lengths of sailing 8 21 km Štós Krompachy Medzev Šugov Hačava Zádiel Háj Turňa nad Bodvou Široké Gelnica Prakovce Kojšov Poproč Jasov Margecany Zlatá Idka Žipov Veľký Folkmar Moldava nad Bodvou 3 Malá Lodina Bukovec Hodkovce Bzenov KOŠICE Šaca 1 Hidasnémeti Petrovany Seňa 2 Kysak Družstevná pri Hornáde Rozhanovce Opiná Kecerovce Zlatá Baňa Červenica Rankovce Herľany Ruskov Svinica Nižná Myšľa Ždaňa Slanec Vyšný Žipov Soľ Zemplínska Teplica Vranov nad Topľou Sečovce Kuzmice Hencovce Horovce Trebišov Zemplínske Hradište Veľká Tŕňa Michaľany Hraň 1 : cm = 7.66 km

13 Stop Activity Km Locale Duration Info START Arrival in Košice By air / car Dinner Košice city centre 1 st day Accommodation for 1 night Košice 2 nd day (morning) 2 nd day (afternoon) SAIL 1 (short track) Hornád river (Družstevná pri Hornáde Košice) One s own date may be chosen or by the plan at Transfer (20 min.) 17 Košice»...» Družstevná pri Hornáde 8:00 8:20 Embarkment: Družstevná pri Hornáde, by the road bridge on the right Sail Hornád river 8 Družstevná pri Hornáde»...» Lodenica Košice, Anička (1 hr.) 9:30 10:30 16 / ship / Transfer to the car (20 min.) 17 Košice»...» Družstevná pri Hornáde 10:45 11:05 2 / person, operator will provide Transfer (20 min.) 17 Družstevná pri Hornáde»...» Košice 11:15 11:35 by one s own car SAIL 2 (short track) Hornád river (Kysak Košice) One s own date may be chosen or by the plan at Transfer (20 min.) 24 Košice»...» Kysak 8:00 8:20 Nástupné miesto: Kysak, futbalové ihrisko Sail Hornád river 12 Kysak»...» Košice docks, Anička (2.5 3 hrs.) 9:30 12:30 16 / ship / Transfer to the car (20 min.) 24 Košice»...» Kysak 12:45 13:05 2 / person, operator will provide Transfer (20 min.) 24 Kysak»...» Košice 13:15 13:35 by one s own car SAIL 3 (whole day) Rieka Hornád (Malá Lodina Košice) One s own date may be chosen or by the plan at Transfer (30 min.) 34 Košice»...» Malá Lodina 8:00 8:30 Embarkment: Malá Lodina, road bridge over the river Sail Hornád river 21 Malá Lodina»...» Košice docks, Anička (4 5 hrs.) 9:30 14:00 20 / ship / Transfer to the car (30 min.) 34 Košice»...» Malá Lodina 14:15 14:45 2 / person, operator will provide Transfer (30 min.) 34 Malá Lodina»...» Košice 14:45 15:15 by one s own car Lunch Košice city centre Sightseeing of Košice (alternative 1) Wellness in the hotel (alternative 2) Cycling at Bankov (alternative 3) Visit to the Košice ZOO (alternative 4) Košice 16:00 16:45 Book your guide at Hotel Bristol Golden Royal Boutique Hotel & Spa 17:30 19: Košice Bankov / Košice Jahodná 16:00 18:00 Book your bikes at Košice Kavečany ZOO 16:00 18:00 Dinner Košice city centre 19:30 20:30

14 Sails on the Hornád 9. Sail Kysak Košice Dock, Anička Sail from Kysak to Košice Kysak is a well-known railway junction with the best kofola (a non-alcoholic beverage the translator s note). Hundreds of people travel to Košice every day but few of them know that the eastern metropolis can be reached in a more interesting way - by sailing on water. If you are in Košice, just sit on the train and in less than 20 minutes you are in Kysak, where a half-day sail is waiting for you under a 40 metres high limestone tower, known as the Jánošík Bastion, and over the tongue of Trebejov. In Družstevná pri Hornáde, a kayak or canoe has to be carried through a small hydroelectric power station and you may continue to Košice. 8. Sail Družstevná pri Hornáde Košice Dock, Anička Family sail in the immediate vicinity of Košice Do you also link up sailing down the rivers with exciting expeditions from TV documentaries? Then you may be surprised that you can also sail a few kilometres from Košice with a start at Družstevná pri Hornáde. Although it is easy to sail and lasts for less than 2 hours, but if you take children to whom you tell stories about dangerous Indian tribes around the river, then the whole family will be entertained. Rent a kayak, raft or canoe to stay with Indian themes and go for adventure. At the end of the sail, you can also enjoy some adrenaline while passing the Ťahanovce Wave. 10. Sail Malá Lodina Košice Dock, Anička Enjoy national nature reserves by kayaking or canoeing The all-day sailing from Malá Lodina to Košice is one of the most beautiful ones in the region. Imagine how the slow flow of the river spreads through a beautiful landscape, while you are merely sitting, breathing fresh air and watching the breath taking rock formations of limestone beads in the national nature reserves of Boškov and Humenec. You may also see various species of fish or northern water birds - herons. In Kysak, the Hornád turns south and takes your boat to Košice, which is approximately 30 kilometres from Malá Lodina.

15 Fun on two wheels 11. Červený Breh Bike Park A paradise for bikers with a beautiful view of Košice Once a ski lift, located in the immediate vicinity of Košice, is now used by the enthusiastic bikers who can enjoy a huge amount of fun on the Červený Breh. The bike park is for the time being in operation as a club affair, but anybody is welcome. Come along, hook up your bike by the towing vehicle and as soon as you get up there, you will be stunned by the splendid view of Košice. Going through the flaps, you may first test your technical skills and get a quick ride before you reach your destination. If you are a biker in both body and mind, contribute to the development of a bike park - enough if you come and fully enjoy yourself. 12. Cycling routes in the forest environment near the city Fun on two wheels for families and skilled bikers When the sun shines out, we run to the water, but sometimes we hide in the shade of trees, ideally fanned by a pleasant breeze in the saddle of a bicycle. In close proximity to Košice, you can choose from several interesting cycling trails in the beautiful forest environment. If you go out with kids, try and take the easier single track DržHubu (keep your mouth shut) with a length of 1.2 km and over 60 meters of elevation. There are some come downs, a double wave, and two separate waves. the bike trail Jahoda (strawberry) allures one by its come downs, but also jumps over the lying trunks or fallen trees. Better trained bikers would welcome the Lesmír single track. Currently, only its first part is completed with waves, double waves, come downs and jumps that may be jumped over, ridden by or bypassed. It ends up at a meadow where you can get to the Červený Breh bike park. Visit to the Košice ZOO 13. Košice ZOO Enjoy a day in a beautiful forest park with 140 species of animals The Košice ZOO, situated in a beautiful forest park with many recreational zones, attractions and children s playgrounds, is an ideal place for spending a day trip. Everybody will find its place of interest in this third largest ZOO in Central Europe. If you come there to relax, take advantage of some of the scenic hills with focal points and enjoy having your picnic in nature. If you are looking for excitement and are at least 18 years of age, take the opportunity to become a zookeeper for a few hours and feed carnivorous animals, get to know exotic birds or deadly toxic reptiles from the immediate vicinity. The smallest ones will also get enchanted by the Dinopark or the public feeding of various animal species, which, due to the vastness of the site, often live here in great outcrops reminiscent of their natural habitat. Sightseeing of Košice 14. The City of Košice Košice fascinating harmony of the opposites Do you know what is the most attractive thing about Košice? Someone could say that it is the atmosphere of the Main Street lined up with tasteful pubs and cafes with stylish terraces that remind us of the peace and immediateness of the good old days. Others, on the contrary, would mention modern creative neighbourhoods and lively cultural centres that further cultivate the living space of the Košice residents. The uniqueness of Košice lies in the perfect harmony of old and new, traditional and modern. It is no wonder that in 2013 Košice became the European Capital of Culture. Are you interested in culture and history? Do you enjoy contemporary design and art? Do you have a taste for a classical music concert? Are you looking for an interesting exhibition opening? Do you want to reset your mind by listening to the rock music? In Košice you can do anything. And you just as well may do nothing. Sometimes it is enough to just sit down on one of the terraces of the historic centre and just enjoy the authentic atmosphere.

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18 3 ITINERARY: UNIQUE SAIL BY KAYAK THROUGH SLOVENSKÝ RAJ. OR RATHER FROM KOŠICE TO HUNGARY? Sails through the Slovenský Raj or to Hungary Fun on two wheels Sightseeing of Košice Fričovce If we were to choose two most interesting sails from among the dozens of sails in the Košice region destination, the first choice would probably be the sail through the Slovenský Raj and the second one would be the all-day sail of the Hornád river to Hungary. In the former case, it is an indescribable - and maybe unique even in Slovakia - experience in the unspoilt nature of the National Park, while the sailing to Hungary entices by its diversity, as you will enjoy sailing, swimming in the gravel deposits and camping in the Hungarian camp. If you are a sports enthusiast, you may combine cycling with some cycling trails around Košice. If you prefer culture, combine your visit to the region with the Košice sightseeing tour, which offers an incredible concentration of historical and historic cultural monuments. Ideal for individual groups and families with children duration of sailing hrs. Lengths of sailing 8 28 km Sails through the Slovenský Raj or to Hungary Hrabušice 2 Mlynky Dobšiná Vlachovo Nižná Slaná Štítnik Plešivec Slavec Čingov Hnilec Betliar Levoča Rožňava Silica Spišská Nová Ves Spišský Hrhov Markušovce Rudňany Nálepkovo Krásnohorské Podhradie Lipovník Silická Jablonica Poráč Smolník Hrhov Spišský hrad Žehra Spišské Vlachy Slovinky Štós Krompachy Helcmanovce Medzev Šugov Hačava Zádiel Háj Turňa nad Bodvou Široké Gelnica Prakovce Kojšov Poproč Jasov Margecany Zlatá Idka Žipov Veľký Folkmar Moldava nad Bodvou Chminianska Nová Ves Malá Lodina Bukovec Hodkovce Bzenov PREŠOV KOŠICE Šaca R Petrovany Seňa Kysak Družstevná pri Hornáde 1 Rozhanovce Nižná Myšľa Ždaňa Hidasnémeti 1 : cm = 7.66 km

19 Stop Activity Km Locale Duration Info START Arrival in Košice By air / car Dinner Košice city centre 1 st day Accommodation for 1 night Košice 2 nd day (morning) 2 nd day (afternoon, after the short track) SAIL 1 (whole-day) Hornád river (Ždaňa Hidasnémeti) One s own date may be chosen or by the plan at Transfer (25 min.) 20 Košice»...» Ždaňa 8:00 8:20 Embarkment: Ždaňa, by the road bridge over Hornád Sail Hornád river 28 Ždaňa»...» Hidasnémeti, HU (5 hrs.) 9:00 14:00 20 / ship / Transfer to the car (25 min.) 21 Hidasnémeti, HU»...» Ždaňa 14:30 14:55 2 / person, operator will provide Transfer (25 min.) 20 Ždaňa»...» Košice 15:00 15:25 by one s own car RAFTING (a short track) Hornád river (Družstevná pri Hornáde Košice) One s own date may be chosen or by the plan at Transfer (20 min.) 17 Košice»...» Družstevná pri Hornáde 8:00 8:20 Embarkment: Družstevná pri Hornáde, by the road bridge on the right Rafting Hornád river 12 Družstevná pri Hornáde»...» Košice docks, Anička (1.5 hrs.) 9:30 11:00 15 / ship / Transfer to the car (20 min.) 17 Košice»...» Družstevná pri Hornáde 11:15 11:35 2 / person, operator will provide Transfer (20 min.) 17 Družstevná pri Hornáde»...» Košice 11:45 12:05 by one s own car SAIL 2 Hornád breakthrough, Hornád river (Hrabušice Čingov) only for experienced boaters Slovenský Raj (alternative) Transfer (1 hr. 20 min.) 110 Košice»...» Hrabušice (Slovenský raj) 8:00 9:20 Embarkment: Hrabušice by the road bridge Sail Hornád breakthrough 17 Hrabušice»...» Letanovský mlyn»...» Čingov (4 hrs.) 9:30 13:30 35 / ship / neoprene set rental ( 9) Transfer to the car (20 min.) 15 Čingov»...» Hrabušice 13:45 14:05 2 / person, operator will provide Transfer (1 hr. 20 min.) 110 Hrabušice (Slovenský raj)»...» Košice 14:30 16:00 by one s own car Accommodation for 1 night (alternative) Hrabušice, Slovenský raj Sightseeing of Košice (alternative 1) Hotel wellness (alternative 2) Cycling tour at Bankov (alternative 3) Visit to the Košice ZOO (alternative 4) Košice 16:00 16:45 Book your guide at Hotel Bristol Golden Royal Boutique Hotel & Spa 17:30 19: Košice Bankov / Košice Jahodná 16:00 18:00 Book your bikes at Košice Kavečany ZOO 16:00 18:00 April September / 9:00 19:00 / Price: / Dinner Košice city centre 19:30 20:30

20 Sails through the Slovenský Raj or to Hungary 15. Sail through the Slovenský Raj by the Hornádu Breakthrough Sail in the National Park is a cruise through paradise Until recently, the wild beauty of the Slovenský Raj with its typical canyons and waterfalls, was only accessible by using the step boards and ladders, but as of the year 2016 it has also been accessible to the general public by the National Park administration. The sail starts with romantic meanders overlooking the surrounding countryside and the Tatras, but the Hornád shores would gradually encircle the 250 meters high rock walls forming a narrow canyon with rocks and wild water running under the water-holed rocks. This section is unique in Slovakia and in the surrounding countries, and so it attracts boaters from a wide range. As this is a more demanding sail, we only recommend it to experienced boaters or under the supervision of an instructor. 16. All-day sail of Hornád to Hungary Treat your family with water and camping adventures Pack up your tent, sleeping bags, swimsuits, and a bunch of sausages and surprise your children by the adventures of the Hornád sail from Ždaňa to Hungary. Under Košice, where the river begins to meander and flow in a narrow stream, you may first enjoy a slow slalom through occasionally fallen trees, and then you may have a swim in several gravel-deposit ponds. At the end, in Hidasnémeti, a campfire with fireplaces is built right next to the river, where you can erect your tent, prepare a barbecue and plan another adventure in the light of fire and cricket sound.

21 Fun on two wheels 17. Cycling in forest milieu near the city Fun on two wheels for families and experienced bikers When the sun shines out, we run to the water, but sometimes we hide in the shade of trees, ideally fanned by a pleasant breeze in the saddle of a bicycle. In close proximity to Košice, you can choose from several interesting cycling trails in the beautiful forest environment. If you go out with kids, try and take the easier single track DržHubu (keep your mouth shut) with a length of 1.2 km and over 60 meters of elevation. There are some come downs, a double wave, and two separate waves. the bike trail Jahoda (strawberry) allures one by its come downs, but also jumps over the lying trunks or fallen trees. Better trained bikers would welcome the Lesmír single track. Currently, only its first part is completed with waves, double waves, come downs and jumps that may be jumped over, ridden by or bypassed. It ends up at a meadow where you can get to the Červený Breh bike park. Sightseeing tour of Košice 18. THE CITY OF KOŠICE Košice fascinating harmony of the opposites Do you know what is the most attractive thing about Košice? Some might say it is the atmosphere of the Main Street lined up with cosy pubs and cafes with stylish terraces that remind us of the comfort and immediacy of the good old times. Someone else might mention - on the contrary - modern creative neighbourhoods and lively cultural centres that further cultivate the living milieu of the residents of Košice. However, the uniqueness of Košice lies in the perfect harmony of old and new, traditional and modern. It is no wonder that in 2013 Košice became the European Capital of Culture. Are you interested in culture and history? Do you enjoy contemporary design and art? Do you have a taste for a classical music concert? Are you looking for an interesting opening? Do you want to reset your mind by enjoying rock music? In Košice you can do everything. And you need not do anything. Sometimes it is enough if you just sit down on one of the terraces in the historic centre and enjoy the authentic atmosphere.

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24 Regional information point Hlavná 48, Košice Cell phone: Opening hours: All year round Fridays 10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. May September and Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. #kosiceregion Contacts SIGHSEEING CRUISES AT ZEMPLÍNSKA ŠÍRAVA Alcea, boat rental: Topoľovka 243, , Splavujeme.sk: Shipyard Anička, pod Ťahanovským mostom, Košice, , ADRENALINE AND NIGHT SAILS Sightseeing cruises: Adrenalín, night cruises at Šírava: Hôrka-Lúč, Zemplínska šírava, , Thermalpark Šírava: Kaluža 780, Kaluža, , Hotel Glamour: Kaluža 744, , Wellness Hotel Vinnay: Vinianske jazero lake, Vinné, , BIKE RENTALS TIK Michalovce, Námestie osloboditeľov 30, Michalovce, , Sportcom Outdoor, Hlavná 5, Košice, , Municipal Information Centre Košice, Hlavná 32, Košice, , The Slovenský Raj National Park administration, Štefánikovo nám. 9, Spišská Nová Ves, , Weather in Košice region There is nothing like a bad weather for travelling across our region; of course some periods might be warmer or colder. Have a look into our weather guide to choose the best time for your trip. JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER -7 to 3 C 0 to 15 C 10 to 23 C 13 to 28 C 7 to 20 C -1 to 7 C very cold slightly warmer pleasantly warm warm to hot pleasantly warm, cooler cold Share with us and other visitors your experiences and photos on: kosiceregion kosiceregion kosiceregion

25 Tips for trip Water adventures Wandering for water experiences from Košice to the region Published by Košice Región Turizmus Print BEKI Design, s. r. o., Košice Editor in chief JUDr. Lenka Vargová Jurková Author of the concept and composition Mgr. Peter Germuška petergermuska.sk Professional cooperation Ján Hudák alcea.sk Ľuboš Grajcár splavujeme.sk Ing. Adam Vanečko Košice Región Turizmus Text (copywriting) Mgr. Jozef Kaščák Proofreading Mgr. Viktor Wurm Graphic design Martin Pavlík Photo authors Emil Ďurovčík Miroslava Šeregová Hnatková Attila Török Archives of the Košice Región Turizmus ISBN

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