Icefall, Siklava skala, Slovakia (Slovak Republic)

Kamila Stofirova

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Slovakia (Slovak Republic) Icefall, Siklava skala

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The water falling down from the rock called 'Šikľavá skala' freezes in winter and creates a spectacular icefall, which is about 14 m tall and 25 m wide.

Photography Tips

A wide-angle lens and a tripod may be useful. Crampons or at least hiking poles are recommended as you'll be walking on ice.

Travel Information

The spot is 2 km away from Matejovce nad Hornádom and 3 km away from Chrasť nad Hornádom. You can park the car in one of the villages and follow the red biking trail on foot. Alternately, you can take a slow train to either village.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Lots of people

Best Timing Daytime in winter

Sunrise & Sunset 06:45 - 15:58 | current local time: 18:45

Photo Themes ice icefall icicle Rock winter wintertime

Locations Hornád River Spiš region Chrasť nad Hornádom Matejovce nad Hornádom Volovské vrchy

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