Vydrník


Vydrník is a village and large municipality in Poprad District in the Prešov Region of northern Slovakia.

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1294. It once had a lumber mill, which employed part of the inhabitants.

Geography

The municipality lies at an elevation of 610 metres and covers an area of 4.96 km². It has a population of about 970 people.

Economy and infrastructure

Part of the locals work in industrial facilities in Svit and Poprad. The cultural sightseeing is a classical church from the 19th century. Due to its train station, the village is a starting point for the tourists who spend their time in Slovenský raj mountain range.

Railway

The town lies on the Košice-Bohumín railway between Spišský Štiavník and Letanovce stations.