Chalet Spring

Intro - English

Attractions

There are many opportunities for unique experiences near Chalet Spring.

BEST OF ŽDIAR - attractions

The village Ždiar was founded in the second half of 16^th century. First written mention about the village dates back to 1590. Ždiar was founded by František Lužinský, castellan of Horváth family, the largest feudal family in a region of northern Spiš.

Ždiar village is one of Slovakia’s jewels – a distinctive Tatra village with its own specific traditions, customs, folklore, culture and more than 1300 inhabitants. Ždiar is specific for its architecture, Goral settlements and typical Goral monostructure. Its whole adjacent territory is included in the protected area of TANAP, Golias Nature Reserve, the Belian Tatras Nature Reserve, UNESCO and PRLA. A number of endangered species of fauna and flora can still be found in the area. Cadastre of Ždiar is a part of a national ecological network NECONET.

The village is situated in an elevation of 896 metres, located to the north of a city Poprad (32 km). Ždiar lies in Podtatranská brázda furrow and is bordered by Spišská Magura in the north, Eastern Tatras in the east and a state border with Poland in the west (13 km). Southern gate is formed by the area of the Belian Tatras.

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Skiing and winter sports

Ski centrum Strednica-Ždiar (3,8 km) Ski Bachledova (3,1 km) Monkova dolina-Monka(2,5 km) Ski centrum Strachan(3,4 km)

Trekking trips

From Ždiar to Tatranská Lomnica (Ždiar – Monková dolina – Kopské sedlo – Chata pri Zelenom plese – Skalnaté pleso – Tatranská Lomnica) total time: 9 hours, elevation gain: 1192 m, difficulty: a difficult, whole day, high altitude trekking trip with demanding ascents. It is possible to descent into “a valley of seven springs” under Bujačí vrch mountain and get to a chalet chata Plesivec (1290 m.a.s.l.), the only mountain chalet in the Belian Tatras with a trekking route descending into Tatranská Kotlina.

From Ždiar to Osturňa (Ždiar – Magurka – Osturnianske lake – Osturňa – Strednica – Ždiar) total time: 7 hours, elevation gain: 498 m, difficulty: mildly difficult, whole day trekking trip with small elevation gain. Osturňa village is often referred to as “living open-air museum” – a monument reserve of folk architecture.

Educational trail from Bachledová valley to jezerské lake (Bachledová valley – Malá poľana /lookout tower/ – Bukovina – Jezerské lake – Malá poľana – Bachledová) total time: 3 hours and 45 minutes, elevation gain: 362 m, difficulty: easy, short trekking trip, suitable for families with children and seniors.

Wandering around on a bicycle

Ždiar – Osturňa – Spišské Hanušovce (length: 28 km, elevation gain: 323 m, terrain and difficulty: asphalt trail with a number of steep climbs, passing through mountain terrain.

Ždiar – Magurské sedlo (length: 22 km, elevation gain: 806 m, terrain and difficulty: demanding trail mostly on gravel roads with high elevation gain.

Bike park Sun Bachledová – offering 4 trails of different difficulty, Bike park is popular mostly with downhill lovers and adrenaline junkies.

Activities for the whole family

Treetop walk Bachledka – discover Tatra mountains from treetops and admire the surrounding nature of Tatra and Pieniny mountains and Zamagurie region from bird’s perspective. The walk features a number of educational points that will tell you more about the local nature, illustrate the devastating effects of extreme weather and uncover many details about the surrounding landscape. There is no lack of adrenaline and fun on this treetop walk. You programme here will consist of walking over obstacles and balancing bridges high above the trees, solving various tasks, walking over a net in the middle of a 32-meter-high lookout tower and ride down a 67-meter-long toboggan on your way down. Families, children (also small children in strollers) and seniors are all welcome. The walk extending over 1234 metres is barrier-free and completely safe thanks to a safety railing. Dogs and bicycles are not allowed on the treetop walk. There is, however, a designated area at the entrance, where you can leave them for a moment.

Little train Vláčik Maguráčik – in operation during summer tourist season. This sightseeing train is mostly popular with children, who can enjoy a tour of the village and surrounding area in style.

Adventure minigolf in Ždiar – A minigolf course consisting of 9 holes. While playing, children will also learn more about the animals native to the region.

Discgolf in Bachledová dolina – a 9-hole course spreading over the Bachledka ski-slope, offering you panorama view of the Belian Tatras while you play.

Family fun in SUN Bachledová – bobsled, cable-car, educational trail, lookout tower, kids’ park.

For lovers of folklore and traditions

For those interested in learning about the life, customs and housing of local people, Ždiarsky dom museum should not be missed. Besides enjoying an interesting guided tour, visitors can experience traditional wedding typical of Ždiar and put on a folk costume. A horse-drawn sleigh ride is offered as an additional attraction in the museum.

We should not forget the official gallery of the Belian Tatras, displaying photographs of various formats and oil paintings of the Belian Tatras, but offering also souvenirs and information leaflets about nearby attractions.

POINTS OF INTEREST IN THE SURROUNDINGS

The surroundings of Ždiar offer limitless possibilities for experiences related to culture, history, sports, adventure and relaxation. We have selected several attractions for you that are definitely worth visiting.

• Skiing

Ski resorts in High Tatras:

Tatranská Lomnica (22 km)
Štrbské Pleso (44 km)
Starý Smokovec (27 km)

offers 24 km of well-groomed ski slopes , 20 modern cable cars and ski lifts.

More informations: regiontatry.sk

Skiing in Poland:

- Białka Tatrzańska – Kotelnica (21 km, Poland)
- Zakopane (32 km, Poland)
- Jurgów Ski (11 km, Poland)

• Tourism

These are some of the most popular trekking trips:

nearly 4 kilometres long trail between Štrbské and Popradské pleso. A symbolic cemetery, hidden in pine trees on the west side of Ostrva peak near Popradské pleso is a very popular tourist sight in the area.
Jazerá lásky (“Lakes of Love”) on Štrbské pleso.
Morské oko (“Sea Eye”) – the largest Tatra tarn, located on the Polish side of Tatra mountains.
Tatra chalets – Zamkovského chata, Téryho chata, Rainerova chata, Zbojnícka chata, Horský hotel Sliezsky dom, Chata pri Popradskom plese, Chata pod Rysmi, Chata pod Soliskom, Chata pri Zelenom plese, Chata Plesnivec.
Tatra valleys – Tichá dolina, Kôrová dolina, Furkotská dolina, Mlynická dolina, Mengusovská dolina, Batizovská dolina, Velická dolina, Veľká Studená dolina, Malá studená dolina, Skalnatá dolina, Dolina Kežmarskej Bielej vody, Javorová dolina, Bielovodská dolina, Monkova dolina.
Waterfalls – Skok, Kmeťov vodopád, Večný dážď, waterfalls and cascades of Studený potok.
Ascents to Tatra peaks – Kriváň, Predné Solisko, Rysy, Východná Vysoká, Slavkovský štít, Jahňací štít.

• Relax by the water

• Natural and cultural monuments

Belianska cave in Tatranska Kotlina (10 km) – The Belianska Cave belongs among the most visited show caves in Slovakia. Except for bizarre rocky shapes, it is known by rich occurrence of calcite fills.
Spiš Castle (68 km) The castle ruins together with unique environs of Spis territory is since 1993 registered in UNESCO’s World Cultural and Natural Heritage List.

• Museums

Museum of TANAP – the nature and history of the Tatras.
Ski museum – Tatranská Lomnica – history of the origin and development of winter sports in the High Tatras from their very beginning until 1945
Museum Kežmarok – exhibitions of historic vehicles
Museum Červený kláštor – the exhibition brings the history and monastic life of the monks closer.

• Activities and experiences for the whole family

Tricklandia – STARÝ SMOKOVEC At first, we simply get the impression that what we see is real. Only later do we realise it’s a trick, once we give it a bit more thought. Trick-art artists try their best to “deceive” you – and you are going to want to identify as many of these tricks as possible. It’s exciting and entertaining for everyone!

GALÉRIA DOBRÁ HRAČKA – Tatranská Lomnica – children playground

Nestville park HNIEZDNE
explore the home of the first Slovak whisky
chocolate kingdom
place to explore animal life from closer look

Price list

To receive a price offer for your desired date, please fill out our booking form or contact our Mountain resort reservations department. Our staff will be happy to answer all of your questions.

Accommodation

Approximate accommodation price
Price	from 150 €/night

The given prices include VAT, but exclude local charges (2 € per adult person per night).

Chalet is rented as a whole object – (max. capacity is 4 adults and 4 children).

Services included in the price for 4 adults:

accommodation
Wi-Fi connection
parking for 2 cars on the parking space right outside the chalet
cleaning after your stay

Optional supplementary fees:

30 € additional bed for a child aged 4 – 12/ one night

35 € additional bed for a child older than 12/ one night

50 € Weekend stay (Friday – Sunday)

10 € baby crib for the whole stay

40 € fireplace wood – one supply (max. 0,25 m3)

40 € jacuzzi fee/ one day

40 € cleaning service (cleaning of the chalet during your stay)

50 € Early check–in from 12 p.m. (subject to availability)

50 € Late check–out before 4 p.m. (subject to availability)

Notes: Accommodation is not suitable for physically handicapped persons. Whole area is non-smoking. Pets are not allowed due to the nature of accommodation.

Meals

	Adult	Children from 12 years old	Children up to 12 years old
Breakfast	15 €	15 €	12 €
Diner	25 €	25 €	18 €

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Contact

Adress

Ždiar 672
059 55 Ždiar
Slovakia

Phone

+421 911 109 202

E-mail

info@wsr.sk

Information - accommodation

Check-in is at a reception of the WINTER & SUMMER pension, where guests are given their room keys. Parking is free of charge for accommodated guests.

Check-in is available between 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.

An ID card of each adult person is required at check-in.

Check-out on the final day of your stay is before 10 a.m.

If you do not check-out before the given time, you will be charged full price for one additional day of stay.

Pets are not allowed due to the nature of accommodation. Upon finding out about a presence of pets, guests will be charged additional fee of 100 €/ night. Thank you for your understanding.

Contact our reservations department for more information: +421 911 109 202

GPS coordinates

Latitude: N 49° 16′ 17.71″
Longitude: E 20° 16′ 40.83

Easy access

From D1 motorway leading from Bratislava – 29 minutes (31 km)
From bus and train station – 33 minutes (34 km)

Instructions – arrival by car

FROM THE MOTORWAY:

When arriving from the direction of Vienna/ Bratislava/ Prague/ Ružomberok/ Košice/ Poprad on the D1 motorway, please use the Vysoké Tatry exit and continue on road no. 534 for 8 minutes (9,5 km) until you enter the city of Vysoké Tatry/ Starý Smokovec. After the railway crossing, turn right and drive on for 13 minutes on road no. 537 (13,8 km). Then take a left turn to road no. 66, heading towards Tatranská Javorina and continue on this road for 8 minutes (7,7 km). After these 7,7 km turn right onto a narrow road with a sign Winter & Summer resort.

Arrival by taxi

From Poprad-Tatry train station
Taxi cars are parked outside of the train station and our guests are free to use their service upon arrival. One-way transport cost is roughly 21 EUR. Quality of this taxi service is not our responsibility.

Arrival by public transportation

From Poprad-Tatry train/bus station
Bus lines: direct bus connection to Ždiar operates from 5 a.m. until 9 p.m. approximately every hour during the day and every two hours in the evening.

Bus stop: Ždiar-Píla (1 minute walk – 120 m to Winter & Summer resort pension.)
Duration: 1 hour
Price: 2,10 EUR per person.

There is no train connection between Poprad and Ždiar.

You will find us

Accommodation

The Spring chalet is a comfortable two-floor chalet with an area of 160 m², perfect for 4 adults and 4 children. Unlimited Wi-Fi connection, satellite TV and two parking places right outside the chalet are a standard you can rely on. Optimal temperature in the chalet can be adjusted by a room thermostat, controlling the floor heating in the chalet.

Check-in/check-out

Check-in 15:00 – 19:00 ; check-out 10:00

Ground floor

Ground floor of the chalet consists of an entry hallway, a kitchen, dining area, living area, bathroom and a ski/wood storage.

Kitchen with dining area

The kitchen in the chalet gives you a possibility to prepare simpler meals.

Equipment: American refrigerator with freezer, ceramic stove top, built-in oven, microwave, kettle, dishwasher + dishwasher tablets, all necessary tableware and glassware, dinnerware.

For those looking to enjoy great food without having to cook during their holidays, we recommend ordering half board in the Winter and Summer resort pension.

Living area

Living area in the chalet offers a social space with a comfortable sofa and a wood stove to highlight its cosy atmosphere.

Equipment: corner sofa set, 100 cm LCD TV with 30 TV channels, marble floor, long hair carpet, conference table, fireplace.

If you wish to relax in a jacuzzi, there is one ready for you in a separate, air-conditioned room.

Ground floor bathroom

Equipment: marble tiles, sink, massage bathtub, hand and bath towels, liquid soap, toilet.

Treat yourself to a wellness procedure in the massage bathtub to enhance your mental and physical wellbeing and regeneration.

Attic

Attic offers two separate, spacious bedrooms with a shared bathroom.

Equipment: a king size bed (200 x 150 x 29 cm), convertible sleeper sofa (serves as a proper bed for children), antiallergic pillows and duvets with damask linen, 100 cm LCD TV with 30 channels, chest of drawers, nightstand, carpet.

First floor bathroom

Equipment: marble tiles, sink, shower stall, hand and bath towels, liquid soap, toilet.

Kids club

In our kids club, your children will be on cloud nine.

Terrace

An adjacent terrace of 16 m² is a part of the chalet. Relax sitting on the terrace watching sunset, or simply admire the beauty of surrounding nature.

Floor plan

Wellness

Do you want to treat yourself to rest and relaxation during your stay?

A hot tub with a view of the Belian Tatras in an air-conditioned room will certainly make your stay more pleasant.

Gastronomy

Restaurant is available in the Winter&Summer pension, where you can order breakfast and dinner.

Restaurant & bar & terrace
Our stylish restaurant, designed in wood and glass plays pleasant music and has friendly staff. Rich breakfast buffet waits for you in the morning and a delicious dinner in the evening after your day in the mountains or on the slopes. Our meals are prepared according to traditional Slovak recipes. Non-accommodated guests are also welcome for dinner – served also as a buffet (if there are less than 20 accommodated guests, dinner is served as a menu). Not to forget the children, we added a kids club to the restaurant.

A bar you will love…
exquisite selection of wines, beer and delicate Lamborghini coffee will elevate the atmosphere of your peaceful moment.

Summer terrace opened 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Outdoor furniture outside of the pension where you can enjoy a morning cup of coffee and a glass of wine or beer in the evening.

Outdoor kids playground with a trampoline is greatly popular with kids. While children are busy with their play, parents can enjoy some peaceful time on their holiday and admire a view of the Belian Tatras from the terrace.

Opening hours

Bar Monday – Sunday 8:00 – 21:00
Breakfast Monday – Sunday 8:00 – 10:00
Diner Monday – Sunday 17:30 – 20:00

About the cottage

Spring chalet

Picture a mixture of delightful nature, fresh air, extraordinary view of the Belian Tatras and timeless elegance of design. This definition fits our Spring chalet in a rural area of Ždiar perfectly.

If you are looking for accommodation for you and your kids, Spring chalet will meet all your needs. Equipped with a baby crib, outdoor playground for kids with climbers and slides, or a summerhouse perfect for grill and BBQ parties, Spring chalet will surely make your stay comfortable.

Special offer

SEASONAL STAY: 200 € / night

OFF-SEASON STAY: 125 €/night