Tehla combines a cycling route through the village with a gently rolling, wooded landscape. Its history can also be traced through clear dates: the first written mention dates from 1251; the two churches were built in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Hilly Landscape Between the Liska, Žitava and Hron

Tehla lies in the northern part of the Pohronská pahorkatina on the right bank of the Liska stream, between the Žitava and Hron rivers. The terrain is gently rolling and largely wooded, particularly with oak forest. The stream, rivers and wooded hills give the area a distinctive landscape. Visitors choosing Tehla for a stay can take in not only its historic sights but also its distinctive location among the hills.

Follow the Cycling Route Through Tehla and Into the Forest

The regional MERIDIEM 2122 cycling route passes through Tehla. Beyond the village, it turns into a smaller forest near a forester’s lodge and continues to a junction for Veľký Ďur. The route description provides a clear sequence: first the stretch through Tehla, then the turn by the forester’s lodge, followed by the forest section up to the junction. If you plan to follow this route, check local trail conditions in advance, as they may change.

At the regional level, the MERIDIEM cycling route connects Trávnica with Tekovský Hrádok. Together with its specific course through Tehla, this connection highlights two different aspects of cycling: the route through the village and the link between the two named places.

History Reflected in the First Mention and the Churches

Tehla was first mentioned in writing in 1251. Two churches mark later points in its history. The Reformed church was built in the first third of the 19th century. The Roman Catholic Church of Our Lady of the Rosary was built in 1957. More than a century separates their construction dates, with each church representing a different period in the village’s history. Together with the 1251 mention, they trace a broad arc through time, from a medieval written record to a 20th-century church building. The year 1251 refers to the first written mention, while the later dates refer to the churches’ construction.

Events With Specific Years

Events also offer a glimpse into local life. In 2024, the Three Kings Chess Tournament and Christmas markets were among Tehla’s traditional events. Tehlianske Babie leto took place in 2025. The three names refer to different occasions: a chess tournament, Christmas markets and a festival with its own name. If you would like to plan your trip around an event, check the dates and programme for the relevant year before making plans.

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