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Discover Sabinov

Scan the QR code by the mural, open a location and discover the story of a place in Sabinov and its surroundings.

QR town guide

Places from the wall, stories in your phone

The mural points to interesting places in and around Sabinov. A QR code beside each painting opens a short mobile story with facts, photos and an English version.

Locations

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Nature

Švabľovka Forest Park

A favourite recreation area with walking trails, shelters, a mineral spring and access to Šanec hill.

Viewpoints

Lookout Tower on Šanec

The lookout tower in Švabľovka Forest Park is one of the most popular short trips near the town.

Nature

Šanec

Šanec hill by the Torysa river is easily reached on foot from Sabinov and is one of the most visited recreation spots near the town.

Film

Statue of Tóno Brtko

The statue recalls carpenter Tóno Brtko, played in the film by Jozef Kroner.

Symbols

Statue of Sabina

The statue on Námestie slobody recalls the legend of the girl who saved King Béla IV.

Film

Oscar Statue

The Corten steel statue commemorates the success of The Shop on Main Street, which won an Oscar.

Recreation

Municipal Swimming Pool

The swimming pool on Levočská Street offers pools, sports areas, lawns and refreshments.

Recreation

EuroVelo 11 and Cycle Path

The Sabinov - Orkucany section supports safer cycling and active tourism.

History

Fortification Alley

The path on Ružová Street introduces preserved parts of Sabinov’s medieval fortifications.

History

Town Bastions

The bastions formed part of the town fortifications and protected important sections of the walls.

Sacred Sites

Evangelical Church and Garden

The Evangelical garden combines sacred atmosphere, greenery and modern public space.

Culture

Municipal Cultural Centre

The centre organises cultural, social and educational events for residents and visitors.

Sacred Sites

Roman Catholic Church

The Church of the Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist is one of the town’s most important sacred monuments.

Nature

Lysá - Čergov

Lysá is one of the most visited places in the Čergov Mountains thanks to its access and panoramas.

Film

The Shop on Main Street

The Oscar-winning film by Ján Kadár and Elmar Klos was shot in the historic centre of Sabinov.

Culture

Cultural and Information Centre

The Na korze centre provides tourist information and exhibitions connected with the town’s history.

Symbols

Coat of Arms of Sabinov

The blue shield with a silver platter and the head of Saint John the Baptist is one of Sabinov’s official symbols.

Town

Town Hall

The town hall building on Námestie slobody is one of Sabinov’s notable architectural landmarks.

Sacred Sites

Greek Catholic Church

The Church of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus is the spiritual centre of the local Greek Catholic parish.

Culture

Tivadar Kosztka Csontváry

Tivadar Kosztka Csontváry is one of the most original Central European artists of the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries.

History

Freedom Square

The square has preserved its lens-shaped plan typical of medieval royal towns.

History

Monument to the Liberators

The monument commemorates the victims of the Second World War and the liberation of Sabinov in January 1945.

Nature

Minčol

The open summit of Minčol offers panoramic views and belongs to the most valuable natural areas of Čergov.

History

Town Fortifications

The walls protected the historic core of Sabinov and still recall its medieval importance.