Poprad airport serves the town of Poprad, a ski resort town in Slovak. It is one of the several portals to this beautiful town, and the most ideal among the rest. With a car hire, visitors are able to comfortably and conveniently get around the vastness of the town enjoying the diverse sceneries and events the town has to offer.
Sight-seeing and things to do
Poprad is a popular tourist destination owing to the numerous attractions harbored around the town, and especially in the mountains. When you arrive in Poprad and fully settled, car hire and cruise along the town while enjoying sceneries like:
- The castle Spisky – the exceptional beauty that is exhibited in this castle has made it one of the UNESCO world cultural heritage sites. The castle has incredible historical wealth behind it having been erected back in the 12th century on a site which earlier hosted the Slavic Castle. This castle in central Europe’s greatest ruin. Some of the reconstructed areas hold a museum where equally interesting artifacts are exhibited.
- The Popradske Pleso mountain lake – this incredible lake is located in the surroundings of the Mengusovska Dolina valley. It is especially popular with bikers, hikers and skiers looking for a calm and serene natural environment to relax in. It also hosts the symbolic cemetery of the High Tatras victims located in the lake’s vicinity.
- The Krivian peak – this is the most beautiful peak in the land, and is consequently regarded as a symbol of Slovak’s national pride. It also has an incredible national historic value as back in the 19th century, Slovak patriots used to organize pilgrimages to the top of this peak. Climbing to the top of the peak is fun, and is rewarded by an exceptionally beautiful view of the beauty in the Slovak land.
- The Strazky Chateau – this is the national cultural monument. It has a rich history behind it, and it houses historical furniture and photographs to illustrate the history behind it to tourists and locals as well.
While there is a reliable and efficient public transport system serving tourists get from Poprad airport and around the town, hiring a car is a more assured and convenient mode of travelling. This is because you are able to visit any place you may wish at will, offering comfort. There are several car hire agents offering great deals both in the town and online, and getting the ideal car to meet your travelling needs shouldn’t be a problem.
