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Poprad

The gateway to the High Tatras, with a charming historic district at Spisska Sobota.

about 5 h

For storytellers

Why Poprad matters

Poprad is where most visitors start their trip to the High Tatras. The modern town has an international airport and train links, but its old district, Spisska Sobota, is a pretty square with painted houses. From here, trams and trains run to mountain resorts.

Talking points

  • It is the main gateway to the High Tatras.
  • A tram line links it to mountain resorts.
  • Spisska Sobota is the old district.

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What to see in Poprad

Neighbourhood

Spisska Sobota

Poprad, Slovakia

The old part of Poprad, with a pretty square of pastel houses and a Gothic church.

Also nearby

Within about 40 km, closest first.