Day trips from Hochovec cottage

Active days out near Hochovec: Kálnica Bike Park, cycling along the Váh and cross-country skiing on Javorina

Anyone who wants to bring home a solid dose of exercise from a stay at Hochovec has three activities within reach for three different moods: off-road cycling, an easy flat bike route, and cross-country skiing in winter.

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Kálnica Bike Park

What:: Trails and zones for beginners and experienced riders alike, a day to burn off plenty of energy.
Where:: About 30 minutes by car from Hochovec cottage.
How long:: Allow a full day on the trails; the day pass covers the whole day.
What it costs:: A day pass costs around €30.

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Cycling along the Váh river

What:: An easy, flat paved cycling route, ideal for a lighter day or for families with children. The route can be shortened and adjusted to any pace.
Where:: The full route is about 43.8 km; you can ride just part of it.
How long:: Depends on the length you choose, from an hour to a whole afternoon.
What it costs:: Free, you just need your own bike.

Cross-country skiing on Javorina

What:: A cross-country ski route from Kamenná bouda up to Veľká Javorina, the quiet and clean snow-covered White Carpathians, the reason people come back here in winter too.
Where:: About 7.2 km.
How long:: Depends on your pace, usually 2 to 3 hours.
What it costs:: Free, you just need your own cross-country skis.

In the warmer months, Kálnica Bike Park suits those after an adrenaline rush, and cycling along the Váh suits those after an easy day on two wheels, kids included. In winter, cross-country skiing on Javorina replaces both. Either way, a warm fireplace and the quiet of the hilltop cottage are waiting back at Hochovec.

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