Ružomberok (German: Rosenberg; Hungarian: Rózsahegy; Polish: Rużomberk) is a town in Central Slovakia, in the historical Liptov region. It has a population of around 30,000.
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One of only few folk villages which survived intact in Central Europe and is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It was a farming village, mostly sheep but also cattle, pigs and goats, paying a small tax to the Lilavské estate. The population peaked at 345 in 1869. Vlkolínec is famous for its folk architecture. Two of 45 houses can be visited from the inside, and there is a small art gallery, a church and a cemetery. In the summer various cultural activities take place, included "Sunday in Vlkolínec" on the last Sunday in July. The village can only be reached by car (private or taxi). Most houses are inhabited, so please respect people's privacy.
Námestie Andreja Hlinku
A relaxing, picturesque and quiet plaza on a small hill in the city center,
A partly reconstructed castle in the nearby village Likavka. Formerly a guarding point, it was destroyed and decayed into ruins. However, some of its parts have been restored and there are few historical exhibitions in place. The best way to visit the castle is starting at the street "Pod Hradom" in Likavka (infocenter available), and going uphill by foot. The road is relatively short, but refreshing walk through a forest and/or meadow. Beneath the castle, there are miscellaneous events occurring at different time of year - for example historical battle reconstructions.
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Liptovské múzeum
A museum containing mostly permanent exhibitions revealing the history of the Liptov region and nature. In addition, there are several thematic exhibitions displayed.
Galéria Ľudovíta Fullu
A gallery containing art of a Slovak painter, one of the most important figures of Slovakian creative art in the 20th century.
Great place for families - with playgrounds, meadows, restaurants, water stream and dam.
About 4 km up the valley, there are 2 signed paths up the side valleys/streams, towards small waterfalls: Jelení vodopád and Jemišné vodopády.
A bike road in place of former "small train" track. Korytnica used to be a famous spa area, that has become somewhat degraded. There are some restaurants and mineral water springs in the area. The path partly follows a major road, thus it's not ideal for nature lovers. During the summer season, a small part of the path through the city can be spiced up by taking a semi-historical train from the main train station to Zapalkaren.
Summer sports (tennis, volleyball) and pizzeria next to the freestyle park.
Tennis courts next to the football stadium.
The ice stadium is open for casual and professional ice skating - check the timetables.
A place for relaxing with kids.
Relaxation and walking in the valley/forests around, as well as zorbing, ziplining and wellness. Cablecar to Malinô Brdo has the lower station here.
Local cuisine.
Excellent local cheese factory, bakery and restaurant
Local cuisine.
Place where different informal/independent cultural events occur. Many types of tea available. Sitting in bags underlines the peaceful atmosphere.
Snooker bar.
A very laid-back and quiet place to enjoy a cup of tea.
Excellent coffee and hot chocolate are served here.
A city center where most service and small shops are found.
Kaufland, Lidl and several smaller shops
A small shop area - Billa supermarket, sport shop, electronics, etc.
Major train route also has a stop at the main train station. Next to it, there's also a bus station, where inter-city and inter-country buses operate. Another way to get in is by car.
Read in the guidePrivate car is the most common way of transport, but the city has a public bus network which operates in around 1/2-1 hr intervals on the most common routes.
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