The swings that made Lietavská Svinná-Babkov famous

The first of these, which is an unofficial attraction, can be reached by following the green tourist trail from the cultural center in Lietavská Svinná-Babkov. The ascent takes about an hour, leads through forests and meadows, but the climb is not difficult. You can swing at a height of about 30 meters, but only at your own risk.

The swing consists of only a climbing rope and a piece of wood as a seat. If you dare and the weather is good, you will be offered a beautiful view of Lietava Castle. However, there is no buffet in the area, so bring snacks and water with you in your backpack. Or try the nearby Živá voda spring.

The swing at the Patúch cottage – that’s a different story. The surroundings are picturesque, with lakes and benches, and the swing is placed in a peaceful forest environment. The location is also easily accessible by bus. Get on at Lietavská Svinná-Babkova, and you can travel on one ticket with the IDS PLUS application. Get off at the Horáreň bus stop and follow the gravel road to the swing.

The place is part of the Súľovské vrchy (Súľovské vrchy) mountains. You can also take a stroller to the valley. In winter, when it freezes, the lakes turn into ice and the paved road is an ideal base for sledding. In spring, summer or autumn, it is worth taking a bike and making a longer or shorter ride. The valley to Patúchy is popular with locals, so if you like solitude, it is better to go here during the week or early in the morning. Then you will have the swing all to yourself.

If you want to take a longer trip, continue along the gravel road. It will direct you to the Zbyňovské budzogáň, or the Lost budzogáň, an interesting natural rock formation and a unique feature in the Súľovské skaly, which you will not find anywhere else. And you can take a family photo there, which will turn into a beautiful memory of a family moment of well-being.