The village Ždiar was founded in the second half of 16th 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.
Ski centrum Strednica-Ždiar (0,7 km) Ski Bachledova (7,4 km)
Monkova dolina-Monka(4 km) Ski centrum Strachan(0,3 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.
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.
Ski resorts in High Tatras:
offers 24 km of well-groomed ski slopes , 20 modern cable cars and ski lifts.
More informations: regiontatry.sk
Skiing in Poland:
These are some of the most popular trekking trips:
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
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
Children are welcome in our Winter & Summer resort. ☺
Check-in of guests is at the reception of the River pension. 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.
Contact our reservations department
for more information: +421 911 109 202
GPS Coordinates
Latitude: N 49° 16′ 33.71″
Longitude: E 20° 13′ 55.39″
Easy access
From D1 motorway leading from Bratislava – 34 minutes (35,2 km)
From bus and train station – 1 hour and 10 minutes (40 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 12 minutes (11,3 km). After the rest stop, opposite the ski centre Strednica, turn right and keep going for one more minute (600 m) until you reach the sign Recepcia/Restaurant Mountain resort River.
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 50 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. util 9 p.m. approximately every hour during the day and every two hours in the evening.
Bus stop: Ždiar-Strednica
Duration: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Price: 3,80 EUR per person. There is no train connection between Poprad and Ždiar.
Mobil: 00421-911-109-202
mail: info@mrz.sk
The facilities and comfort of our guest house offer an ideal option for organizing various teambuilding corporate, social or family events.
Contact our reservations department, we will be happy to help you choose the date of your stay and prepare a price offer for you. You can book and pay for your stay online – using our booking form.
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 € per night.
Thank you for your understanding.
phone: 0911 109 202 info@mrz.sk
| Izba standard | from 80 €/night | |
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| Izba deluxe | from 90 €/night | |
| Apartment | from 110 €/night | |
| Maisonette apartment | from 110 €/night | |
| Maisonette apartment lux | from 120 €/night |
Services included in the price for 2 adults
Additional fees for children
Optional supplementary fees
Board
Notes
| A baby washbasin and a baby dining chair is free of charge.
An additional bed for children is possible only in deluxe rooms. The Apartment and the Superior room offer only a standard bed for children for a fee of an additional bed. The accommodation is not suitable for physically handicapped persons. |
| The whole pension is non-smoking. |
| Pets are not allowed due to the nature of accommodation. |
Restaurant & bar & terrace
PENSION RIVER
MOUNTAIN RESORT area includes a design restaurant in the River pension, standing out for its architectonic style of an old wooden house, but with a modern twist – incorporating many glass elements. We prepare buffet-style breakfast and dinner according to traditional Slovak recipes.
Friendly atmosphere of the bar invites for delightful times and a cup of quality Lamborghini coffee.
A quiet summer terrace, situated at the back of the pension allows for a pleasant moment with a glass of good wine or draught beer and magnificent view of the Belian Tatras.
| Bar Monday – Sunday 8:00 – 21:00 |
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| Breakfast Monday – Sunday 8:00 – 10:00 |
| Diner Monday – Sunday 17:30 – 19:30 |
Mountain resort Ždiar
RIVER PENSION
The River pension is situated in a quiet and serene location of a small and distinctive village Ždiar. The building from the last century has been renovated to a rather stylish design – merging a traditional architecture with elegant interior. The pension offers four sleek rooms and two maisonette apartments for bigger comfort during your stay. A quite chic restaurant, a bar and an outside terrace, perfect for summer get-togethers with a view of Belian peaks are all located in the pension. The pension offers buffet-style breakfast and dinner, not only for the accommodated guests. In winter time, close proximity to ski slopes (Ski Strednica, Ski Strachan) is a great benefit for our guests. In summer, on the contrary, closeness to mountain trails provides great opportunities for hiking or bicycle trips. Treat yourself to holiday full of privacy and beauty of the Belian Tatra mountains.
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MOUNTAIN RESORT ŽDIAR
pension RIVER
STAY IN SEASON
120 € / 2 person with halfboard in standard room
STAY IN OFF-SEASON
80 € / 2 person with halfboard in standard room
Services included in the price for 2 adults:
Experience a unique atmosphere with a touch of history.
The River pension is built in a style of an old wooden house, combining tradition with modern style, comfort and elegance. We care about your comfort and well-being and for that reason we have paid great attention to choosing quality mattresses for your restful sleep. You will wake up fabulously refreshed and only a few steps away from enjoying a rich breakfast in our restaurant, which you will love for its uniqueness. An outdoor terrace at the back of the pension is highly popular, especially in summer months. Enjoy a cup of coffee while admiring a precious view of Belian peaks.
Each room/apartment offers a king size bed and a convertible sleeper sofa, suitable as an additional bed for children. To guarantee your comfort during your stay, the rooms/apartments are equipped with antiallergic duvets and pillows with damask linen, a LCD TV, Wi-Fi connection, a tea set and a kettle, bath towels and toilet soap.
Check-in/check-out
Check-in from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the River pension’s reception. Check-out before 10 a.m.
Pets are not allowed due to the nature of accommodation.
Thank you for your understanding.
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Jacuzzi – luxurious delight and relax
Immerse yourself into a warm Jacuzzi and enjoy pleasant relax and privacy. Treat yourself to a full body bubble massage and a glass of sparkling wine. Wellness centre can be found in the River pension, 150 meters away from the apartments.
Jacuzzi is equipped with nozzles blasting air into the tub, creating a nice water stream, a bubbling bath and a hydrating massage.
Water temperature is set at enjoyable 38 °C.
Jacuzzi is opened daily from 11 a.m. until 8:30 p.m.
Sheets and towels will be given to you upon your entry to wellness.
It is necessary to book your wellness stay in advance at the River pension’s reception:
+421 911 836 662
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| 1 person | 30 minút | 9 € |
| 2 person | 30 minút | 15 € |
| 3 person | 30 minút | 18 € |
| 4 person | 30 minút | 20 € |
| children 0-4 years old | 30 minút | gratis |
| 2 adult and 1 children | 30 minút | 16 € |
| 2 adult and 2 children | 30 minút | 17 € |
Daily from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Last entry at 8:30 p.m.
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massages
mobil: +421-902 519 161
cosmetics
mobil: +421-902 330 474
