Kavečany
Borough in Slovakia
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Kavečany (Hungarian: Kavocsán) is a borough (city ward) of Košice, Slovakia. The borough is situated 6 km northwest of Košice, at an altitude of roughly 453 metres (1,486 ft) above sea level, in the Košice I district. Kavečany retains a rural character, with a population of more than 1150 inhabitants. It's known mostly as a place for recreation and relaxation. Kavečany is famous for its ski center, summer toboggan track, and the Košice Zoo.
Kavečany | |
|---|---|
Borough | |
General view of houses in Kavečany (July 2007) | |
 Flag  Coat of arms | |
 Location within Košice | |
| Country |  Slovakia |
| Region | Košice |
| District | Košice I |
| Village | 1347 (first known record) |
| Borough | 1976 |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Martin Balčík (Independent) |
| Area | |
• Total | 10.49 km2 (4.05 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 458 m (1,503 ft) |
| Population | |
• Total | 1,355 |
| Population by ethnicity (2011) | |
| • Slovak | 95.2% |
| • Hungarian | 0.2% |
| • Rusyn | 0.2% |
| • Other | 0.5% |
| • Unreported | 3.9% |
| Population by religion (2011) | |
| • Roman Catholic | 82.5% |
| • Calvinist | 1.3% |
| • Greek Catholic | 0.9% |
| • Lutheran | 0.8% |
| • Other | 1.8% |
| • Non-religious | 7.3% |
| • Unreported | 5.4% |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code | 040 01 |
| Area code | +421-55 |
| Vehicle registration plate (until 2022) | KE |
| Website | www.kosicekavecany.sk |
History
Until 1976, Kavečany was a separate municipality, classified as a village. In 1976, it was merged with the city of Košice and became one of its outer boroughs, as part of the urban Košice I district.
The village of Kavečany first appeared in written records in 1347.
Geography
The municipality lies at an altitude of 458 metres (1,503 ft)[2] and covers an area of 10.49 km2 (4.05 sq mi) (2024).[6]
Population
| Year | 1994 | 2004 | 2014 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Count | 0 | 1089 | 1262 | 1355 |
| Difference | – | +15.88% | +7.36% |
| Year | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Count | 1361 | 1355 |
| Difference | −0.44% |
It has a population of 1355 people (31 December 2024).[8]
Ethnicity
In year 2021 was 1346 people by ethnicity 1323 as Slovak, 15 as Rusyn, 13 as Not found out, 11 as Romani, 9 as Hungarian, 9 as Other, 5 as Moravian, 4 as Ukrainian, 3 as Jewish, 3 as Czech, 1 as Russian and 1 as Croatian.
Note on population: The difference between the population numbers above and in the census (here and below) is that the population numbers above are mostly made up of permanent residents, etc.; and the census should indicate the place where people actually mainly live.
For example, a student is a citizen of a village because they have permanent residence there (they lived there as a child and has parents), but most of the time he studies at a university in the city.
Religion
| Religion | Number | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| Roman Catholic Church | 1003 | 74.52% |
| None | 233 | 17.31% |
| Greek Catholic Church | 34 | 2.53% |
| Evangelical Church | 23 | 1.71% |
| Total | 1346 |
In year 2021 was 1346 people by religion 1003 from Roman Catholic Church, 233 from None, 34 from Greek Catholic Church, 23 from Evangelical Church, 13 from Calvinist Church, 11 from Not found out, 7 from Eastern Orthodox Church, 4 from Other, 4 from Buddhism, 3 from Jehovah's Witnesses, 3 from Islam, 2 from Apostolic Church, 2 from Ad hoc movements, 1 from Jewish community, 1 from Other and not ascertained christian church, 1 from Christian Congregations in Slovakia and 1 from United Methodist Church.
Tourism
Kavečany is a popular place mostly for recreational activities. The ski resort offers a variety of services including snowmaking. There are excellent conditions for both cross-country and downhill skiing here. Other local attractions include the summer toboggan track and the third-largest zoological garden in Europe. The surrounding countryside offers many hiking and biking trails which extend to the great and attractive area of Čierna Hora.
Cultural festivals
The most interesting cultural and social events during the year are associated with the local folklore ensemble "Kavečianka", who preserves the traditions of their ancestors through songs and dance routines.
Sports events
The annual half marathon run and the new motocross race are the most significant sports events in the village.
Basic data
Gallery
Panorama of Kavečany among Košice's northern hills
Church of St Peter and St Paul
Map of Košice zoo in Kavečany
Seals at the Košice zoo in Kavečany
Zebras at the Košice zoo in Kavečany
Summer toboggan track near Kavečany
Hrešná skiing slope, local ski centre
Chalet at Hrešná
A view of the Slanské Hills range from Kavečany
A view of the Slanské Hills range from Kavečany
