Piešťany, Slovakia 🇸🇰
#2073 48.599999, 17.814766

Nomad Score: 66%
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Essentials

🏙️ City Piešťany is a spa town located in western Slovakia, known for its thermal springs and wellness facilities.
👥 Population approximately 28,000 residents.
💻 Internet Speed average speed of 50 Mbps.
💸 Currency & Banking 1 EUR ≈ 1.07 USD; Slovak banks such as Tatra banka and VÚB available.
🚰 Tap Water Drinkable and considered safe.
🔌 Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/E sockets.
📶 SIM Card Major providers include Orange, Telekom, and O2.
💳 Banking for Expats Revolut and local banks like Tatra banka offer services for expats.
🛌 Accommodation Options include hotels, private rentals, and boarding houses.
💳 Cashless Friendly Yes, cards are widely accepted.
🏠 Short Term Rentals Airbnb and Booking.com offer various options.
🛏️ Budget Accommodation Hostel Barónka and Penzión Janka for budget-friendly stays.

Working and Networking

🏢 Best Coworking Space CoWorking Piešťany offers a productive workspace and community.
☕ Best Cafe for Work Cafe SLOVANSKÝ offers good coffee and a cozy atmosphere for working.
💼 Networking Events Local meetups often organized via Facebook and meetup.com.
🥂 Social Events for Expats Expat groups often meet at Slovanský Dom; check Facebook for events.

Transportation

🚕 Best Taxi/Ride App Bolt is widely used and reliable in Piešťany.
🚲 Bike/Scooter Rental Bikes are available for rent from local shops; check local listings.
🏖️ Best Beach Nearby The closest beach is at the Sĺňava lake, about 10 minutes away.
✈️ Top Regional Airline Air Slovakia operates local flights.
✈️ Top International Airline Aero Airlines provides international connections.
🛣️ Highway Access The D1 highway connects Piešťany to Bratislava and Žilina.
🚉 Main Train/Transit Hub Piešťany train station connects to major Slovak cities.
🚍 Public Transport Passes Available monthly passes for local buses.
✈️ Regional Travel Bus services connect to nearby cities like Trnava and Nitra.

Health and Wellness

🏥 Best Hospital nemocnica Piešťany, offering comprehensive medical services.
🧘 Yoga & Wellness Centers Health Spa Hotel Thermia Palace offers wellness and yoga classes.
🏋️ Gyms & Fitness Centers Fitnescentrum Piešťany provides gym facilities.
🧺 Laundry Services Local laundromats like Práčovňa a čistiaren Panta Rhei.

Food and Drink

📱 Best Food Delivery App Uber Eats and Wolt operate in the area.
🍽️ Best Local Dish to Try Trdelník, a Slovak pastry, and Bryndzové halušky, potato dumplings with sheep cheese.
🍱 Vegan/Vegetarian Options Cafe Laura offers a good selection of vegetarian dishes.
🍫 Best Dessert Spots Cukráreň Ráno is famous for its pastries.
🛒 Affordable Shopping Spots Piešťany Market offers local produce and goods.
🛒 E-commerce/Online Store Heureka.sk for local online shopping.
🛒 Grocery Delivery Rohlik.sk provides grocery delivery services.
🍸 Bar/Nightlife Area Trnavská Street is popular for nightlife.
🍻 Local Brewery Pivovar Piešťany offers local craft beer.
🍷 Wine Bars Winery Vinohrad and the local wine shops offer tastings.
🍲 Street Food Stalls Street vendors at the Piešťany Market during weekends.
🍕 Popular International Cuisine Restaurants like Spaghetti a pranzo offer Italian cuisine.

Culture and Attractions

🎟️ Must-See Landmarks The Colonnade Bridge and Spa Island are must-visit attractions.
🏛️ Museums & Art Venues Museum of the City of Piešťany is worth exploring.
🏰 Historical Sites The Romanesque Church of St. Stephen is notable.
🕍 Religious Sites Local churches like the Church of St. George.
🎉 Annual Events Piešťany Jazz Festival takes place every October.
🎨 Cultural Districts Spa Island offers a cultural retreat.
🎭 Theater Venues Theatre in Piešťany hosts various performances.
🛍️ Local Markets The Piešťany Market operates on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
🎼 Music Scene Various venues host live music events, especially in summer.
🎨 Street Art Murals can be spotted in the downtown area.
🧑‍🍳 Cooking Classes Cooking classes offered at traditional Slovak restaurants.
👩‍🎨 Art Galleries Kunstindustrie Art Exhibitions showcases local talents.
🕰️ Historic Buildings The historical spa buildings are well-preserved and iconic.
🏴 Local Heritage Folk traditions are celebrated through local festivals.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

🌅 Nearby Nature Escapes The Váh River offers picturesque nature trails.
🏞️ National Parks Nearby Malá Fatra National Park is accessible within an hour's drive.
🚲 Cycling/Walking Paths The paths along the cycling route by the river are popular.
🌄 Scenic Viewpoints Viewpoints near Čertova pec provide stunning views.
🦉 Birdwatching Locations Rich birdlife near Sĺňava lake.
🔥 Bonfire-Friendly Spots Designated areas near the Sĺňava lake for bonfires.

Other Services and Amenities

📦 Parcel Delivery Service DHL and local post services available.
🛠️ Tech Repair Services Local shops like Servis 24 offer tech repairs.
🏓 Table Tennis Spots Table tennis clubs available in local community centers.
🧑‍🏫 Language Classes English is widely taught at language schools like Lingua.
📚 Libraries & Study Spots The Piešťany City Library offers study resources.
🏘️ Community Centers Cultural center hosts various events for locals and expats.
🕹️ Gaming Lounges Local gaming cafes provide spaces for gaming communities.
🎰 Casino & Gaming Halls Casino Pier offers entertainment and gaming options.

Business

🏢 Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €1,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €60,000).
🏢 Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €1,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €48,000).
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €1,800 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €108,000).
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €1,500 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €90,000).
🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €1,600 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €128,000).
🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €1,300 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €104,000).
💼 Corporate Tax 21%.
💵 Dividend Withholding Tax 7%.
🏦 Tax System Progressive personal income tax up to 25%.
📈 Highest Income Tax Bracket 25%.
🧾 VAT 20%.
🌐 Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, Slovakia has CFC rules.
🏠 Property Tax Annual property tax is applicable based on property value.
🏠 Property Transaction Tax No property transaction tax in Slovakia.