Orava

region in northern Central Slovakia

Orava is a region in northern Central Slovakia.

Cities

Other destinations

Understand

Orava is the traditional name of a region situated in northern Slovakia. In the past, a small part was also in southern Poland (Orawa).

The region doesn't provide too many historical or cultural uniquities, however it's rich in tourist opportunities - especially regarding nature.

Get in

Get around

See

Orava castle

Do

  • 🌍 Orava dam (Oravská priehrada). Watersports and relax. (updated Nov 2016)
  • 🌍 Little Fatra. Peaks like Veľký Rozsutec, or ravine Jánošíkove diery make this area very worth the day or two of stay. (updated Nov 2016)
  • 🌍 Oravská Magura (Orava Magura). A relatively small mountain range, includes Kubinska hola. (updated Nov 2016)
  • 🌍 Oravice. Geothermal aquapark and a small ski area. (updated Nov 2016)
  • 🌍 Western Tatras. (updated Nov 2016)
  • 🌍 Orava Beskids. 

Eat

Drink

Stay safe

Go next

Regions Liptov, Kysuce or Western Tatras.

Poland and nearby Saturday markets in Nowy Targ.

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