Poprad, Slovakia

Poprad (Hungarian: Poprád, German: Deutschendorf) is a moderate-size city in central northern Slovakia. Situated at the foot of the High Tatra Mountains, 672 m (2,205 ft) above sea level, Poprad covers 63 sq km (24 sq mi) and has a population of 55,000 people (2011 estimate). It is presently the 10th most populous city in Slovakia.

Saint Egidius Square in Poprad in winter
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The history of Poprad dates back to the 10th century, when it became part of the Kingdom of Hungary. The earliest mention of Poprad was in 1256. Following Mongol attack on the area, German settlers were invited to repopulate the area, leading to Poprad being known in German as Deutschendorf, or German village. The town was pawned to the Kingdom of Poland in 1412, only to return to Hungarian rule in 1770. The years under Polish rule gave Poprad a distinctly Polish character.

Visiting Poprad

Poprad can be reached by plane, train and automobile. Its international airport, located 718 m above sea level, is the highest in Europe. It receives flights from Kiev, Moscow and Tallinn.

You can easily reach Poprad by bus from Zakopane in Poland. There are of course buses from other cities in Slovakia.

Church of St George, Spišská Sobota Square, Poprad
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