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Town in Slovakia
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Kremnica is a town in the Tekov region of Western Slovakia.
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Mestský hrad
The main feature of the town, the Saint Catherine's Church, built in the 13th century, with double fortifications added later in the 15th century. The watchtower has an exhibition and view of the surroundings, while the church is still being used for religious services, regular concerts and events.
Featuring an exhibition about the history of money in Slovakia as well as the history of Kremnica and the Mint.
Kremnica Mint
This is where money has been minted for the state since the 15th century. Even today, the Slovak euro coins are made here. You can visit both the old and new minting rooms to learn more about the process. Guided tours are available.
A mineshaft built in 1982, turned museum in 2008. You will get a tour of part of the mine and a bright yellow hardhat. Wear a coat against the cold.
Early 18th century chapel, and a viewpoint overlooking Kremnica and the valley. The trail from the centre of Kremnica takes about 50 minutes and climbs 160 m over 1.5 km.
Holy Trinity column with statues of saints.
By some sources the area of the church is considered the geographical center of Europe
The main cultural hub of the town, with a surprisingly diverse program of theater, film screenings and concerts. Check their website for current events.
Typical central European cuisine, warm lunch menu from €5.
Pizza, pasta, and Slovak food. Daily menus as well as à la carte.
Coffee and beer.
Café with billiards.
Coffee and cocktails, and a terrace overlooking the square in summer.
Certainly a centrally located hotel. They have a sauna, and a restaurant with a large pizza menu.
Homey budget accommodation in a typical rural style Slovak house, yet close to the centre.
3-person cottages available as well as toilets, shower and electricity.
Has all the things you can expect from a regular supermarket.
By train
From Vrutký and Martin three trains daily run to Kremnica. The journey takes about one hour. From Zvolen you can catch four trains a day, taking around 45 minutes.
By car
Kremnica lies on a minor north-south corridor. From the south take R1 regional highway, then take the exit Žiar nad Hronom-Východ and just head north.
The town is small enough to explore on foot. While theoretically you can use the medium-distance buses to travel between stops in Kremnica, it is not a very practical option.
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