Veľká Skalka Monastery
Veľká Skalka
An ancient pilgrimage site on a cliff above the Váh River, commemorating the 11th-century hermit saints Andrej Svorad and Benedict.
Skalka is one of Slovakia's oldest pilgrimage sites. Legend says two hermit monks lived in a cave here, and Benedict was martyred on this spot. Existing structures include a church above the cave and the ruins of a monastery. Visitors can enter the hermit cave within the grounds, and a platform on the cliff edge overlooks the Váh River. It is about 5 km from the city center and can be reached by bicycle along the Váh cycle path. Opening hours follow the announcements of the restoration managers.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–17:00 (seasonal)
Nearby sights
- Roman Inscription of Trenčín
- Trenčín Castle
- M. A. Bazovský Gallery
- Peace Square (Mierové námestie)
- Parish Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary
- Piarist Church of St Francis Xavier
- Town Tower (Lower Gate)
- Trenčín Synagogue