In Spišské Hanušovce, architectural history, nature and a small ski area offer different starting points for planning a trip. St. Andrew’s Church combines Gothic origins with a late Baroque high altar; there are also Neoclassical chapels, a river valley and a marked, easy walk in nature. With two slopes and clearly stated route measurements, the ski area can also be assessed in concrete terms.
Churches, Chapels and Manor House
St. Andrew’s Church was originally a Gothic church dating from the 14th century. Its high altar is late Baroque and dates from 1740. The church therefore brings together two clearly datable periods: its Gothic origins and its later furnishings. Another distinctive feature is its orientation: St. Andrew’s Church is the only church in the Zamagurie area that faces west.
At the southern edge of the municipality, in the cemetery beside the main road, stands the Chapel of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. It is Neoclassical and dates from the first half of the 19th century. The Chapel of St. Barbara has stood on the site of an older wooden chapel since 1803. Its three altars are dedicated to St. Barbara, the Virgin Mary and St. Adalbert. Together, the chapels illustrate different aspects of local architectural history: their construction dates and styles on the one hand, and an earlier building and specific altar dedications on the other.
The manor house of Spišské Hanušovce is also a Neoclassical building dating from the first half of the 19th century. Its main façade features a tympanum on the central avant-corps. After its renovation in 2008, the manor house was used as a hotel. If you are considering it as a place to stay, check in advance whether it is currently operating as a hotel.
River Valley and Nature Walk
The cadastral area of Spišské Hanušovce lies within the protected zone of Pieniny National Park, where the second level of nature protection applies. A river valley stretches along the Rieka, shaped by river erosion. The local geology consists mainly of flysch from the Central Carpathian Paleogene, predominantly sandstone and claystone. The valley’s shape and its underlying rock offer two different perspectives on the landscape: one describes the river’s influence, the other the predominant rock formation.
If you are looking for an easy walk in nature, the marked Hanušovským chotárom trail offers a suitable option in this area. Its description as a pleasant, easy walk offers a different way to experience a stay than the buildings or ski slopes: the focus here is on a peaceful outing in nature, not a long list of sights.
Ski Area and Summer Events
At the western edge of the municipality, below Bufarek Hill, there is a small ski area with two slopes. The 160-metre beginner slope differs considerably from the 450-metre run with a vertical drop of 90 metres, intended for less demanding skiers. You can compare the two runs by their length, vertical drop and stated target group. Check seasonal opening before your winter trip.
The municipal days may also influence your choice of travel dates: they take place annually during the summer months, but the specific dates vary from year to year. If you would like to plan your trip around them, check the dates for the relevant year.
Getting There and Connections
Road II/542 runs through Spišské Hanušovce and connects Spišská Stará Ves with Spišská Belá. Bus routes connect the village with Kežmarok, Spišská Stará Ves and Osturňa. If you are planning to travel by bus, check the timetable for your travel date.
Discover more destinations: Vrbov, Busovce, Zakovce, Spišská Stará Ves, Malý Slavkov, Lendak, Jezersko, Slovenská Ves.
View the broader travel overview: Kežmarok District.
