Cycling day trip from Nové Mesto nad Váhom to Piešťany

Get ready for a pleasant southbound ride starting in Nové Mesto nad Váhom, a charming Slovak town known for its inviting cafés and close proximity to nature. The route heads towards the popular spa town of Piešťany, making this an ideal day out—about 22 km mostly on smooth paved roads with gentle elevation changes, so it’s perfect for casual cyclists.

You’ll spend most of the journey on quiet access roads with hardly any traffic, giving you a chance to soak in the scenic Slovak countryside. There’s a brief stretch on paving stones, but otherwise your wheels will stay happy on clean asphalt. The final stretch is mostly downhill, leading you into beautiful Piešťany, famous for its healing thermal springs and laidback riverside walks. Treat yourself to a coffee or soak your legs in the spa once you arrive—you earned it!