Socovce (Hungarian: Szocóc) is a village and municipality in Martin District in the Žilina Region of northern Slovakia.

Location of Martin District in the Zilina Region

History edit

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1258.

Geography edit

The municipality lies at an altitude of 470 metres and covers an area of 5.108 km². It has a population of about 243 people.

External links edit

48°57′N 18°52′E / 48.950°N 18.867°E / 48.950; 18.867