In Nemčiňany, local highlights range from a Romanesque church complex and wine-growing history to a fishing lake and the surrounding mountains. A church with a Romanesque section, a figurine dated to around 5,600 years ago and a three-hectare lake each offer a tangible connection to culture and nature. If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Nemčiňany, you can start by planning your stay around your main interest: local history and wine growing, or fishing and mushroom picking.
Location and Waterways
Nemčiňany lies in the northern part of the Pohronská pahorkatina, in the valley of the Rohožnícky potok and on a spur of the Štiavnické vrchy. Kráľová studnička is one of the springs of a tributary stream near Nemčiňany. The hills and stream, as well as the spur of the Štiavnické vrchy, are all part of the village’s geographical setting.
Church and Local History
The Romanesque section of the Church of St Michael the Archangel was completed in 1249. The church has a single nave and a semicircular apse; it was remodelled in the Baroque style between 1716 and 1720. It is considered one of the oldest churches in the wider area. The historic monuments that have been preserved include the church, the bell tower and the Kosztolányiovci family crypt with its cellar. Well-maintained winding paths lead through the hill park to its summit and the family crypt.
An Archaeological Perspective
The Nemčinianska Venuša is described as a flat, headless, stylised female idol made of fired clay. It was dated to around 5,600 years ago; the original was discovered in the cadastral area of Nemčiňany in 1982. The year refers to the discovery, while the age places the figurine in time.
Wine Growing and Local Traditions
The Kosztolányiovci planted the first vineyard with noble grape varieties in Nemčiňany. A second chapel stands on the site of the former Nemčinianske vineyard; it was restored in 2012. The Dni vína Nemčiňany event is another link to wine growing: it is a selected nomination exhibition for the National Wine Salon of the Slovak Republic. If you choose Dni vína as the occasion for your trip, check the event dates in advance. Another cultural tradition is Stavanie mája, the raising of the maypole, an old spring tradition in Nemčiňany.
Fishing and Outdoor Activities
The VN Nemčiňany fishing lake is near Nemčiňany; it covers 3 ha and is 1.0 to 3.0 m deep. Carp, zander, grass carp, pike, catfish, crucian carp and bream are found there. Information about fish species may change over time; before visiting, also check the local fishing rules. The surrounding mountains are suitable for mushroom picking. The two activities take place in different areas: fishing is at the named lake, while mushroom picking is in the mountains around Nemčiňany.
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