Benus: Accommodation and Forest Tourism in the Low Tatras

There are good opportunities for hiking and recreation around Beňuš in the Low Tatras. The forest tourism area provides a clearly defined landscape setting, extending from Beňuš to the beginning of Polomka. It lies within the Low Tatras Protected Landscape Area and covers elevations from 500 to 1,500 m above sea level. The natural area described therefore extends from lower elevations to significantly higher areas. This range of elevations describes the entire stated scope of the area and complements its geographical extent between Beňuš and the beginning of Polomka.

Nature and Trails

The OZ Beňuš forest tourism area includes well-maintained forest roads. They enable walks in nature, optionally also accompanied by a mountain guide. The area also includes streams where fishing is possible, as well as hunting stands offering views of the landscape. The trails, streams and hunting stands mentioned are thus described as components of the same forest tourism area.

As a designated hiking trail, route 5424 runs from Beňuš to Čertovica, motorest. It is 11.3 km long. The route therefore follows a defined connection between the starting point of Beňuš and the destination of Čertovica, motorest.

Culture

A prominent landmark of Beňuš is the Roman Catholic Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, dating from 1778. Other sights in the village include the Chapel of Saint John of Nepomuk and the SNP Monument in Beňušská dolina.

Beňuš preserves folk culture in the form of traditions, folklore, folk costumes and surviving vernacular architecture. The folk costume of Beňuš is considered a transitional variant between the Horehronie and Detva types, or alternatively a variant of Čierno Balog.

History

Beňuš was originally a mining settlement and is first mentioned in 1380 under the name Beneshawa. In the 17th century, intensive timber extraction and the production of charcoal for state mines and smelters led to the growth of the village.

Accommodation in Benus

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