Slovakia Spectator

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:13:01 +0200
Weekend: The confluence of history and culture
Here’s what to do during the weekend of 12-14 June.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:27:29 +0200
The hidden attraction that recreates a day by the coast
Visitors flock to a unique salt-brine tower in northern Slovakia.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:48:07 +0200
US influencer who looks like PM Fico arrives in Slovakia for the first time
The American dubbed the ‘Queen of Slovakia’ arrived in the country on Wednesday.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:53:00 +0200
News digest: Fico explains
Farewell to a langoš legend, fury over Tatras Kofola prices, and the ‘Queen of Slovakia’ is finally here.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:46:57 +0200
Zapletalová shrugs off cold weather and claims third straight Diamond League victory
The Slovak 400m hurdler has extended her remarkable winning streak.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:55:12 +0200
Ammunition maker ZVS invests in expansion of Slovak plant
The state-backed company aims to raise annual output of shell bodies to 330,000 units.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:27:15 +0200
High occupancy masks weak returns in Bratislava’s Airbnb market
Demand from tourists and business travellers remains strong, but profitability compares poorly with local property prices.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:37:35 +0200
Soviet war memorial sparks fresh row as Prešov fined over market stall
The town contests a €1,000 penalty linked to a food stand placed beside the memorial.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:23:24 +0200
Outrage as Tatra hut charges €5 for Kofola and €7 for cake
Visitors to a famous mountain hut are facing eye-watering prices following a management shake-up that has already sparked controversy.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:11:32 +0200
Slovakia has the resources Europe needs. What it lacks is a strategy.
Lithium, manganese and a gigafactory offer opportunity, but missing links in the battery supply chain could leave Slovakia on the sidelines.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:09:34 +0200
Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Experience a unique festival at Devín Castle, knit a scarf for someone in need, or meet the world’s best darts players.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:46:18 +0200
Big mortgage change? NBS wants to help buyers and deter investors
The IMF recommends stricter rules for investment flats and easier access to loans for first time buyers.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200
‘A bold move’ wins Slovak composer a music award – for a video game
Buoyed by his success, Robert Bruckmayer wants to work on film scores too.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:11:50 +0200
News digest: The prime minister’s son becomes the story
Head to Levice, keep an umbrella handy, and do not miss cherry season.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:44:25 +0200
Coalition drops proposed botox restrictions despite doctors’ warnings
Hlas lawmakers voted to remove their own minister’s proposal after SNS demanded changes to the legislation.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:06:55 +0200
Foreigners see tourism potential in Levice – and the obstacles holding it back
Expats and local entrepreneurs point to missing accommodation, weak promotion and overlooked attractions.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:09:24 +0200
Where Schubert taught and Sacher was born: exploring Slovakia’s overlooked south
In the Levice region, history links small Slovak towns to Vienna’s cultural giants.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:12:36 +0200
After €29 billion in EU support, Slovakia still struggles to close regional gaps
European Union funds transformed Slovakia. They also made it dependent on Brussels, a review shows.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:12:21 +0200
After years of waiting, Petržalka moves ahead with crossings over Chorvátske rameno
Two permanent footbridges will replace pontoon crossings as the city’s project remains on hold.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:16:23 +0200
Why Slovakia is falling behind its neighbours
The country’s economic decline is the result of two decades of missed opportunities, misguided policies, and four cabinets led by Robert Fico.

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