Water tours on Hornad river

Discover beautiful nature just a few minutes away from Kosice. Experience adventure and learn how to do kayaking. River Hornad flows from the eastern slopes of Kráľova Hoľa, southwest of the village Vikartovce at an altitude of 1,050 meters. This river, attractive for tourists and fishermen, stretches 286 km. Course length of the Hornád in Slovakia is 193 km, of which about 145 km is navigable. From the source it flows like a stream and gradually increases its wateriness with its tributaries. It flows through the Slovak Paradise National Park, where it created a beautiful canyon, which is called the Hornád Canyon.

At the confluence of the Hornád river with the Hnilec river water dam Ružín was built. After the dam it continues eastward through Veľká and Malá Lodina and underneath the beautiful sights from Jánošíkova bastion. It turns south near Kysak, flows through the Kosice city, Nižná Myšľa, Ždaňa. Its journey through our territory ends in beautiful meanders by the village Trstené pri Hornáde. It flows into the river Slaná (Sajó) south of the Hungarian town Ónod. Kayaking and canoeing at the Hornad river near Kosice is suitable for beginners. Shortest route takes 1-1,5 hour which starts in Druzstevna pri Hornade and ends directly in Kosice.

This part of the river is suitable for families with children, too. But you can take part in a whole day trip or even multi day trips with wild camping near the river. The river is surrounded by trees and hills, which is an ideal place for recharging your energy. The flat water changes to small rapids/waves and back. It floats slowly so there is enough time to learn how to kayak and discover and enjoy the nature around it. After or during canoe trips, we will prepare you a barbecue or a goulash and you can expect a few adventurous surprises