Water as a Risk Factor for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage. A Case Study of Water-Related Threats in Slovakia

A significant increase in sulfate (SO4) and nitrate (NO3) levels in precipitation poses a growing risk to Slovakia's outdoor cultural heritage, including UNESCO sites like Banská Štiavnica. While current acid rain risks remain stable, the study reveals that many heritage assets are vulnerable to flooding due to their proximity to river basins, with flood probabilities rising. The research employed statistical analysis (paired t-test) and spatial mapping to assess water-related threats, offering insights for adaptive preservation strategies and improved flood-risk management in Slovakia.

Baculáková, K. (2026). Water as a Risk Factor for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage. A Case Study of Water-Related Threats in Slovakia. European Journal of Sustainable Development, 15(3), 415. https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2026.v15n3p415