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The World’s 100 Best Canyons & Gorges

Hornád Gorge

Slovak Paradise, Slovakia

  1. WORLD’S BEST CANYONS & GORGES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 68 2026
Hornád Gorge

Narrow rock walls rise steeply above the Hornád River for several kilometres. Visitors mostly walk a trail along the water on metal footbridges, steps and chains, with viewpoints above the gorge.

Highlights

  • Tomášovský výhľad viewpoint
  • Metal footbridges above the river
  • Wooden ladders over streams

Good to know

  • Entry about €3 per adult, tickets at booth
  • Full route takes four to seven hours
  • Grippy boots needed, metal steps slippery when wet

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