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Poltár

Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia · Europe

About Poltár

Poltár sits on the route: 25 minutes from Lučenec, 53km from Aggtelek (Baradla Cave).

Poltár is a town located in Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia. With a population of 5,178, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Poltár sits in Slovakia, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Bratislava time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Poltár to your route.

About Poltár

Poltár () is a town and municipality in the Poltár District in the Banská Bystrica Region of Slovakia.

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Poltár offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Poltár located?

Poltár is located in Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia, Europe. The coordinates are 48.4309 latitude, 19.7941 longitude.

What is the population of Poltár?

Poltár has a population of approximately 5,178 people, making it a town in Slovakia.

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Quick Information

Population
5,178
Continent
Europe
Country
Slovakia
Region
Banská Bystrica Region
Timezone
Europe/Bratislava
Coordinates
48.4309, 19.7941

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Slovakia

Police
158
Ambulance
155
Fire
150
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Motorway vignette required. Zero alcohol limit for drivers.

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Worth the detour from Poltár

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Hollókő

A UNESCO-preserved Palóc village of whitewashed houses with wooden balconies, famous for its traditional Easter Festival celebrations.

51 km · about 60 min drive

natural wonder

Aggtelek (Baradla Cave)

A vast UNESCO karst cave system of dripstone halls and underground concerts on the Slovak border.

53 km · about 60 min drive

mountain pass

Certovica Pass

The 'Devil's Pass' carries Route 72 over the spine of the Low Tatras at 1,238 m: the highest paved road pass in Slovakia, with hairpin descents on both flanks and big ridge-top views.

55 km · about 65 min drive

photogenic

Chmarošský Viaduct

A nine-arched stone railway viaduct of 1931 curving across a meadow above Telgárt, where the line loops over itself to gain height: Slovakia's most photographed piece of railway engineering, at its best in morning mist or under snow.

56 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Poltár

  • 55 kmCertovica PassThe 'Devil's Pass' carries Route 72 over the spine of the Low Tatras at 1,238 m: the highest paved road pass in Slovakia, with hairpin descents on both flanks and big ridge-top views.
  • 64 kmKekestetoHungary's highest point at 1,014 m in the Matra range, reached by a winding forest road to a TV tower lookout: the summit stripe on the asphalt is a beloved photo stop for drivers and cyclists.
  • 65 kmDonovaly PassA 960 m mountain resort saddle on Route 59 between Banska Bystrica and Ruzomberok, threading between the Low Tatras and Great Fatra with a flowing climb popular among Slovak drivers.
  • 79 kmStrbske PlesoGlacial lake and resort at 1346 metres in the High Tatras, reached by the Cesta Slobody scenic road and a rack railway.

Driving in Slovakia

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
None
Vignette
Required, around €12 for a short-stay sticker

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Poltár.

Lučenec

🇸🇰 Slovakia

14 km awayPop. 25,191

Rimavská Sobota

🇸🇰 Slovakia

18 km awayPop. 21,434

Fiľakovo

🇸🇰 Slovakia

18 km awayPop. 9,726

Klenovec

🇸🇰 Slovakia

20 km awayPop. 3,129

Hnúšťa

🇸🇰 Slovakia

20 km awayPop. 6,616

Hriňová

🇸🇰 Slovakia

26 km awayPop. 7,045

Tisovec

🇸🇰 Slovakia

30 km awayPop. 3,648

Somoskőújfalu

🇭🇺 Hungary

30 km awayPop. 2,296

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