Geographical center of Europe

In a beautiful location near the Kremnica Mine, there is a stone next to the ancient church of John the Baptist, reminding passers-by that there is the geographical center of Europe.

The geographical center of Europe

An important geographical point is marked by a small monument next to the church’s defensive wall. It has the shape of a large oval stone.

The foundation stone of the Slovak state was also laid here. It was on the occasion of the establishment of the Slovak Republic. The center of Europe is easily accessible by car.