Orava Dam
Only a 1 hour drive from Chalupa Ria!

The Orava Dam was built in 1954, at the expense of 5 villages, which were submerged as a result of the damming of the river.

One of the five villages that were lost to the dam was the village of Slanica, which was actually the birthplace of the Catholic priest Anton Bernolak, who codified the first Slovak literary language.

Today, all that remains of Slanica is the Church of the Holy Cross that proudly stands on the village hill, which in actual fact now forms the island.

Slanica Island
Only a 1 hour drive from Chalupa Ria!

Located in a unique romantic setting, the island's church hosts a collection of folk art entitled "Slovak Traditional Folk Sculpture and Painting".

From June to July each year classical music concerts are held in the church's exhibition hall as part of the "Orava Summer of Music" festival.

The Orava Gallery boat sails from the harbour in Slanická osada and the SAD open-top boat Nord Camion sails from the harbour near the Goral Hotel from June to September.

Opening Times :

May to September :

Monday - Sunday: 0900 - 1700

Admission Prices:

Adults: 80Sk
Children/Students/Seniors: 50Sk

Please note that detailed directions to Slanica Island on the Orava Dam are included in the Tourist Information Pack available at the Chalupa Ria.