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Jaslovské Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant (Slovakia)

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The Jaslovské Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant is a historically significant facility in western Slovakia and holds a special place in the region's energy history, as it was the site of the first nuclear installation in the former Czechoslovakia. The oldest part of the complex, the A1 reactor, was permanently shut down following an incident in the 1970s. Furthermore, as part of Slovakia's accession to the European Union in 2004, the country agreed to the progressive decommissioning of two older units (V1) to meet enhanced safety standards. Today, the operational core of the plant consists of the modernized V2 units, which continue to reliably and safely generate substantial amounts of baseload electricity for the Slovak grid. In addition to essential power generation, Jaslovské Bohunice plays a crucial role in providing district heating to the nearby city of Trnava and its surrounding areas, drastically reducing the reliance on fossil fuels for regional heating.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

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📋 Practical info

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What is this place?
The Jaslovské Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant was the first of its kind in former Czechoslovakia and is partially decommissioned. Two units are still operational and make an important contribution to Slovakia's power supply.
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Visiting
The plant is not open to the public for security reasons. However, an information center in nearby Trnava features exhibitions on nuclear energy and the facility's history.
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Where to view it
From the surrounding hills, especially near the village of Jaslovské Bohunice, the cooling towers and the plant site are visible. Public roads pass at a safe distance.
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Local products
There are no local products to buy directly at the plant. However, in the Trnava region, agricultural products such as wines and fruit brandies can be purchased.
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Active season
The active reactor units run all year round, except for maintenance outages. These maintenance works typically take place in summer when electricity demand is lower.
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Nearby
A visit to the facility can be combined with a stop in the city of Trnava with its historic old town. The Little Carpathians and their vineyards also offer excursion opportunities.

Geography

Coordinates
48.49200, 17.68300

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Sights in the town Jaslovské Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant (4)

Kaštieľ Pečeňady🏺 historical

Manor house built in 1820 near the Jaslovske Bohunice power plant.

Kaštieľ Jaslovské Bohunice🏺 historical

A Renaissance manor house adjacent to the Jaslovské Bohunice nuclear power plant.

Narodenia Panny Márie⛪ religious

A church dedicated to the Nativity of the Virgin Mary in Jaslovské Bohunice.

svätého Víta⛪ religious

A church dedicated to Saint Vitus in Jaslovské Bohunice.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the nuclear power plant still in operation?
Some units are in operation, while older units are currently being decommissioned.
Can you visit the site?
Access to the plant site is strictly regulated and mostly available only to professional groups.
Where is Jaslovské Bohunice located?
It is located in western Slovakia, about 15 km from the city of Trnava.
What is the role of this power plant?
It is one of the most important sources for Slovakia's electricity supply.
Are there information centers nearby?
Operators provide information materials and occasional open house days.
Jaslovské Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant: where is it located?
Jaslovské Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant is located in Slovakia.
Jaslovské Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant: what is there to see?
Highlights include Kaštieľ Pečeňady, Kaštieľ Jaslovské Bohunice, Narodenia Panny Márie.
Jaslovské Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Jaslovské Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant: why is it worth visiting?
The Jaslovské Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant is a historically significant facility in western Slovakia and holds a special place in the region's energy history, as it was the site of the first nuclear installation in the former Czechoslovakia.
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