Klenovec (Hungarian: Klenóc) is a village and municipality in the Rimavská Sobota District of the Banská Bystrica Region of southern Slovakia. The village had been once a residency of Juraj Jánošík, a legendary Slovak folk hero. Near Klenovec is a big water reservoir. Most important sightseeings are classical houses from the beginning of 19th century and a classical evangelical church.

Notable personalities

• Vladimír Mináč, writer

Genealogical resources

The records for genealogical research are available at the state archive "Statny Archiv in Banska Bystrica, Slovakia"

• Roman Catholic church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1830-1896 (parish B)
• Greek Catholic church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1775-1928 (parish B)
• Lutheran church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1845-1895 (parish A)

See also

• List of municipalities and towns in Slovakia