Oravské Beskydy - Slovakia

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Oravske Beskydy Mountain Range belong to Outer West Carpathian Mountains, into Central Beskydy area. It is situated in north Slovakia, in Region of Žilina, in Námestovo district, and forms nature border with Poland.

Extent:

129 square kiolmetres (in Slovakia)

The highest hill:

Babia Hora – 1725 metres above sea level

Beautiful train trip on Orava Forest Railroad, that used to be part of the Kysucko-Orava Forest Railroad. However, currently there are underway attempts to restore. You can take a ride there during the winter months. With fewer visitors there operates a motorized trolley, which has a capacity of 11 seats, but if you collect more passengers there is a possibility of converting them also in open or covered wagons pulled by a diesel locomotive. We unfortunately were not so lucky, but a trolley trip was definitely worth it.

Text and photo: O. Maňáková

In our photogallery we will take you to the village of Trstená, which is located in the upper part of the Orava basin, in the valley of the river Oravice. It offers a number of unique monuments, interesting history, exceptional personalities and a kind of uplifting atmosphere. Come along with us to discover the beautiful Baroque parish church of St. Martin and its compound, Jewish Synagogue, Milan Rastislav Štefánik Square, gallery of Trstenik personalities and much more.

Text and photos: Oskár Mažgút