Svinice (Hungarian: Szinyér) is a village and municipality in the Trebišov District in the Košice Region of south-eastern Slovakia.

Location of Trebišov District in the region.

History edit

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1311.

Geography edit

The village lies at an altitude of 105 metres and covers an area of 5.26 km². It has a population of about 245 people.

Ethnicity edit

The village is about 89% Hungarian, 8% Gypsy and 3% Slovak.

Facilities edit

The village has a public library and a football pitch.

External links edit

48°28′N 21°53′E / 48.467°N 21.883°E / 48.467; 21.883