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Thematic Paths of Slovenia

velkavrh30. 10. 2022 11:03:58

Opening a new topic-Thematic paths of Slovenia.

Slovenia is crisscrossed with a huge number of thematic paths. Yesterday hikers from PD Škofja Loka section VGN did one part of the thematic path in Brda-Along the Cherry Blossom Path. It has ten stages. One is also Alpe Adria TRAIL, another Gradnik's educational trail. Other stages are named after old cherry varieties-going by numbers-1.-Čmpevka, 2.-Črnica, 3.-Drugmbernca, 4.-Kozanka, 5.-is Gradnik's educational trail, 6.-Prvačnca, -7.-Blja cpika, 8.-Trcinka, 9.-Karnjuka and 10.-Alpe Adria TRAIL another listed as 11.-Vilinka. - Paths even cross a bit. They are usually done in stages.

We did path no. 2.-Črnica. It goes like this -Dobrovo, Slavče, Hlevnik, Hruševje, Neblo, Fojana and ends back in Dobrovo.

In between we also viewed the abandoned village Slapnik. For the weekend only one building is used, the rest are in ruins, and it was quite a nice village with about ten or more houses. Behind the last house a path leads to the abandoned road and along it we got back to the cherry path. Question would be who even knows these old cherries and if they have been preserved at all.

This path passes by several sacred objects - chapel in Šlovrenc, church of St. Margaret in Hruševje, chapel in Neblo, church in Fojana - Holy Spirit on the Lake and St. Florian.

Other sights on the path - Dobrovo Castle, two-arched stone bridge with stone sculpture of John Nepomuk and protected path in the canyon of Krčnik stream with gorges and natural bridge - extremely interesting.

You walk past numerous vineyards and persimmon orchards, which are already orange-colored. We also saw peach and cherry plantations.

We walked six hours. Weather was nice - sunny.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia The bus dropped us off here.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Hiking trails of the Cherry Blossom.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia We go along the marked path - mountain trail.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia We walk along Trcinka - path no. 8.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Beauty of the Brda Hills.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Another souvenir from WWI.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Here we turn left.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Chestnut orchard - chestnuts - first time I've seen these trees live.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Before the abandoned village of Slapnik.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia I didn't hear well when the last villagers left it.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia I managed to gather half the group for the fire photo, the others explored the house ruins.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Down the old abandoned macadam road back to the Cherry Path.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia This is the sign for the thematic paths.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Through the village of Brezovk.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Through the village of Brdice to Kožbani.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia A policeman scared us.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia In this village they teach us about the weather.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia The water at the dam is not visible.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Let's go take a look.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Cute little pools.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Natural bridge.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia The short path is secured.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia On the bridge.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Passing the village of Pristava.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Here the Path of Peace also runs.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia The Flower Paths also cross a little.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Typical scene of the Brda.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Here and there we also see olive groves.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Of course, the main crop here is the vine.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia There are also many persimmon orchards.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Village of Neblo.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Characteristic chimneys of old houses.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Would you recognize this building?

Thematic Paths of Slovenia In the village of Fojana.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Again, crossing of the Češenj paths.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Medana settlement.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia The paths really cross.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia This artificial cypress could even deceive someone.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Dobrovo Castle.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Even the Indian statesman visited here.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia Monument to the father of rebula.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia At the entrance to Dobrovo Castle there are panels with old professions that are almost extinct.

Thematic Paths of Slovenia This is how the castle welcomed us.

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velkavrh8. 11. 2022 05:25:07

Autumn is here and now is the time for thematic paths that require almost no ascent on the trails and take us through lesser-known and less crowded hidden corners of our beloved Slovenia.

Yesterday we drove to Bela Krajina more precisely to the village Kanižarica and visited the museum of the brown coal mine Kanižarica and the mountaineering guide PD Črnomelj took us on the Miners' footpath, which was created in 1875, when the miners walked from the villages Butoraja and Zorenci to work in the mine. They walked like that until 1965, when they arranged transport for them. It takes about two hours to walk it. The mine closed in 1996, when they had the last excavation. They demolished the entire above-ground part of the mine, flooded the mine with water and sealed it. But a wonderful museum was created, which is a nice memory of the mine. There is now also a huge industrial zone in the area that employs many people.

This path is interesting. It runs past the pond, past both villages, past the stream where beavers are already active, past the old abandoned mill back to the village Kanižarica. The conclusion was here in the Štajdohar restaurant, which I warmly recommend. They cook well, they serve friendly.

From here along the miners' path - it has this sign.

Beavers are colonizing Slovenia. We even saw them in the stream.

After more than two hours we arrived back in the village Kanižarica.

Its history from the opening to the inglorious end is presented.

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velkavrh31. 01. 2023 15:11:36

Winter time is here and pensioner groups are looking for destinations where winter does not rule. So the section Pondeljkovci PD Škofja Loka went to the area of Brda, Vipava, Ajdovščina - along Gregorčič's path. It runs from Renče to Gradišče above Prvačina and across Rabatovec. It was designed by Ljuba Sivec - teacher.

We spiced it up a bit our way off-path. At the end we also visited Gregorčič's garden. I haven't seen such a collection of met yet. It was educational and interesting. On the boards, Gregorčič's poems full of longing accompanied us - it was nice.

Already here three panels greet us with the sights of this area, they even present fruit.

Remembrance of the beginning of our country.

Through olive groves and vineyards - some have already done the first pruning on the vines.

Across the village Gradišče above Prvačina.

The memory of the Goriški slavček is still very much alive.

The garden surprises us with familiar herbs and unfamiliar ones - this one I don't know.

For tasting and analysis we drove to Nova Gorica - restaurant Vrtnica.

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mirank31. 01. 2023 20:32:58

The village in picture 5 is Prvačina

velkavrh1. 02. 2023 05:52:08

I haven't been on this path yet - thanks mirank. It was interesting and educational.

velkavrh21. 02. 2023 06:04:40

Yesterday the Škofja Loka pensioners drove to the Šaleška end and did a thematic path around the Šaleška lakes. These are artificial lakes that were created as a result of mining. Sinkholes formed and water flooded them. Several entire villages disappeared under water. Around the lakes they arranged paths and equipped them with interesting content. They teach us about fish, butterflies, birds, the history of the lakes and much more. For walking around these lakes we will spend with stops and in between reading a bit on the panels a whole four hours.

We walked the thematic trail Around Šaleška Lakes.

Swans, various ducks and coots swim in the lake.

That white smoke slightly spoils the nice panorama.

We pass by the orchard - Who knows Skorš?

Along Družmirsko Lake - it is the deepest lake - 85.5m.

In Hotel Paka in the center of Velenje we had the finale.

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velkavrh25. 02. 2023 08:55:06

On Thursday, February 23, the Četrkovci section of pensioners PD Škofja Loka did the Oslovega hrbta path. It runs through the Šavrinsko hills. The start is in the village Lopar, where we viewed the ethnographic collection in the village. Quite soon from the village past olive groves and vineyards the marked path with yellow markers turns into the thicket of Šavrinsko hills. We even crossed the entire Dragonja river. We finished the path in the village Marezige, where they even have a fountain of malvasia and refošk. Now this Mediterranean maquis would be called bare. But asparagus will be ready to pick here soon. The marked path with stops took us about four hours. It's nice to visit unknown somehow remote and unknown areas of our beautiful homeland.

We have arrived in the village of Lopar.

There seemed to be no end to this forest.

This is a kind of circular trail that brings us back to the village Lopar.

We viewed the ethnological collection in the village.

On two floors the ethnology of this area is presented.

200-year-old grain thresher. Wheat has not been sown here for a long time.

We went to Marezige for a wine tasting at the fountain of malmazija and refošk.

Where the path can lead us in these areas.

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velkavrh25. 02. 2023 12:44:19

Pensioners of UD Britof-Predoslje, we went to the sea. We walked along the European footpath E6 from Strunjan to Koper. We covered about 13km in four hours of course with obligatory stops at the cross, coffee in Izola and at the end there follows a quite long path to Koper along the coast. Otherwise we didn't have sun, but no rain either. We admired the coastal vegetation, studied numerous panels on the path, counted churches etc.

Our driver brought us to the starting point in Strunjan.

There are quite a few panels along the entire path.

View through the hole also towards Triglav - unfortunately there was fog.

Recently we watched a report on TV Ljubljana about this ship.

Along the road there are these beautiful pictures - I don't know this waterfall.

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B226. 02. 2023 03:26:53

To me it seems that you walked only part of E6 and mostly on E12. On E6 you went only from Strunjan to Belvedere, there E6 continues above Jagodje to Kampel and Smarje, and further towards Marezige and Hrastovlje, E12 however descends to Izola and along the route of former Paranzana by the sea to Koper continues to Škofije and Trieste...

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velkavrh26. 02. 2023 08:17:32

B2 thanks! I don't know these European paths. But I didn't notice signs for path E12.

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B226. 02. 2023 09:54:56

No problem. We learn and get informed all our life.

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velkavrh10. 03. 2023 18:54:24

Yesterday we retirees of PD Škofja Loka section Četrkovci did the thematic path-Path of Three Churches. The path starts right in the center of Laško. Quite a steep path takes us to the first goal in the village Šmihel, where there is the church of St. Michael. Second goal is village Kuretno and church of St. Catherine, third is village Strmec and chapel of St. Christopher. You walk about four hours with stops. Descent to the town is also quite steep. It was dry, nice weather. In Laško we also viewed the museum and walked to the castle. Laško doesn't leave us indifferent-offers a lot of interesting things.

On the path in the center of Laško, the water does not spray here yet

The first goal was in the village Šmihel at the chapel of St. Michael

The second goal in the village Kuretni at the chapel of St. Catherine

The third little church was in the village Strmec at the chapel of St. Christopher. Here the first firefighter pose of the day was also taken

It takes us through the history of Laško - including its brewing

We see all possible weapons through the centuries

The main guide called us once more for the firefighter pose - that's rare

To the castle and town we could only say goodbye until the next opportunity

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velkavrh19. 03. 2023 07:55:49

Could name it after churches of Škofja Loka hills. We visited one chapel yesterday with a hundred young Škofja Loka hikers.From Puštala-part of Škofja Loka-we set off to the village Sv. Andrej to the same-named chapel.In places the short uphill path through the forest is quite steep.At the chapel the kids had a quiz and also a short ceremony on the anniversary of the start of Škofja Loka young hikers. The president of PD Škofja Loka was present. The hike was attended by all primary schools of Škofja Loka with leaders of hiking clubs.

Followed a path uphill through the forest.

The speakers were quite young mountaineers.

Return to the parking lot at Puštal, also past this manor house.

And also past this house - Škofja Loka is a real museum town.

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velkavrh24. 03. 2023 07:23:12

Somehow continuing in this context. Yesterday Škofja Loka retirees section Četrkovci visited Kozjansko.We started in the village Javorje at the farm tourism, where we also had the end.Nice they have-highly recommend.Then across a meadow into the forest along the ridge path, also past a quarry, then uphill again to the main point of our hike-Love Tower Žusem.Worth the effort to get there. Then also visit to two churches in the village Dobrina and on the way back view of the ruins of Ječovo Castle.In its time it was a magnificent huge castle.

Start at farm tourism in Javorje village.

The welcome in the inn was already waiting for us.

Once there was a lojtrnik - wheels were wooden - iron-shod.

Above the quarry the tower already appears.

Every step of the tower has its benefactor.

The wish bell is also at the top of the tower.

We went to the village Dobrino to see these two churches.

Now also to see the ruins of Žusem castle - this dedication was on the church.

We even climbed into the interior of these ruins.

This view on the wine-growing hills of Kozjansko is very beautiful.

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velkavrh4. 04. 2023 20:36:26

Yesterday, Pondeljkovci—section of retirees PD Škofja Loka—went to Cerkno and from there to see the Franja Hospital. I haven't been here since elementary school sixty years ago.

Past this ruin - what it was I don't know.

Before the entrance to the Pasica gorge by the Čerinščica stream.

On display are numerous hospital barracks - this is the operating barracks.

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velkavrh7. 04. 2023 05:47:55

I could name this topic from church to church. But it's not quite so. Škofja Loka retirees visit and explore lesser-known, perhaps even somewhat neglected or forgotten corners of our beautiful and interesting beloved Slovenia. This time we went to the hill above our town Laško to the hill where the church of the Holy Trinity resides. There is also an energy park with healing points. Worth trying if it helps anything. After the descent back to Laško, we drove to see the once mighty monastery, of which even less remains. The worst blow to monasteries also in Slovenia was dealt by the Austro-Hungarian emperor Franz Joseph, who simply abolished most of them. Few in Slovenia survived. In the monastery complex, actually only the church, homestead and guardhouse survived. Behind the wall there is even a cemetery. But nowhere did I find where they buried the monastic brothers. The panel nicely describes the history of this monastery itself and it is very interesting.

Start in the village Lahov graben across the stream Gračnica.

On the hill Svete Trojice, where the same-named church is.

There is also the energy park Svete Trojice.

Descent to the valley past the hunting lodge at Govce - 550 m a.s.l.

We also went to see the Carthusian monastery in Jurklošter. On the board I find as many as 20 churches. It would take a whole week to find them all.

Of the Carthusian monastery itself very little remains - mostly ruins.

Of the mighty complex of the Carthusian monastery, the church of St. Maurice has actually survived as the central building.

I check everything - I didn't find any friars' graves.

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velkavrh15. 01. 2024 09:53:09

On Saturday 13.01.2024, hikers of PD Škofja Loka went—mostly we are hikers of two retiree groups—Pondeljkovci and Četrkovci. On the way to Osredek we picked up hikers from our favorite PD. Start is of course as always from the village Osredek at the Godler homestead. Here at the end of the hike there is also an organized hot snack—always sauerkraut and half sausage. They also offer tea, juice and wine. Of course you pay the entry fee. We set off on the path with the flag. Quite soon we reach the start of the path to Veliki vrh, where there is the monument of the Slovenian tolar. The path is quite steep. This year no snow, the path was frozen, dry. There were just over a hundred hikers. At the top Zdravljica is sung. Back this time we went a bit differently—even past a farm where the livestock is outside. But it's well taken care of—looked in excellent condition. In between we were at the KS Osredek home wonderfully treated with homemade goodies, tea and mulled wine—extremely praiseworthy. Somehow in two hours you reach the starting point, where they serve hot snack, coffee, tea, juice and wine.

Start and end at the Godler homestead in the village of Osredek.

This gentleman somehow started the path.

Address, Zdravljica and refreshments in the KS Osredek hall.

Start of the path to Veliki vrh, where there is a memorial to the Slovenian tolar.

The path is also called the Path of Sovereignty.

Down of course by another path - winter greeting.

We have arrived back at the starting point.

velkavrh17. 07. 2024 16:36:31

Yesterday hikers of DU Medvode visited Peričnik waterfall and went on the thematic path of the Triglavska Bistrica river. It starts in Mojstrana and runs above the bed of the mountain river, which gurgles deep below. The path is marked with large marks. Attraction on the path are the overhangs. It goes past Spodnji Poldov rovta—this is supposed to be some name for a mini mountain pasture. For some time also along the road. It also crosses a watercourse. At higher water level of Bistrica this would almost not be possible. We also turned into the head of Vrata valley. Back to Mojstrana the bus took us. We viewed the mountain museum. For groups the price per person is 6 euros. There is something to see—very interesting. First time I viewed this our mountain museum. Outside they placed a retired bivouac. Large photos from the mountain theme tender are also presented. End we had in the inn Železn k also in Mojstrana. Highly recommend!

Visit and viewing of the Peričnik waterfall.

We go along the thematic trail of Triglavska Bistrica.

For some time we also go along the road.

In the background is the majestic backdrop of Triglav's north face.

We go towards the head of the Vrata valley.

We visited the mountain museum in Mojstrana - first we watched a beautifully shot introductory film.

Outside on large panels the best entries from the competition are presented.

velkavrh29. 10. 2024 09:14:21

Good day! Well, yesterday Pondeljkovci section hikers PD Škofja Loka finally did the path or tour that falls under this title. We did the circular hiking path—Lom is my home. First of all one would ask where that even is. In the inn or tourist farm in the village Široko the friendly innkeepers explained to me that we are in Primorska. How to even get there. Yes, from Most na Soči turn on a fairly narrow uphill road I would say towards the village Tolminski Lom. There then turn to village Široko and at the inn is the starting point for the circular hiking Lom is my home. On this circular path about four hours long it takes us past a bunch of attractions. These are gorges, Martin homestead, church of St. Primož and Felicijan, Periunica and chapel of Andrej Murovec, Arne blacksmith, Močilo na kalu, Mary chapel, border stone, abyss in Špile. We split into three groups somehow. I led the middle one. I even missed the Tratar cheese dairy. Other attractions I saw with my group and also photographed. At the tourist farm Široko they served us an abundant hot snack. So good we haven't eaten for a long time—very praiseworthy—rating can only be five. Of course without some party for birthday no go. Our Tonček celebrated and treated us abundantly. We had a wonderful time.

Water is precious here - this is a trough for watering livestock.

At the church of Sv. Primož and Felicijan.

Cattle on pasture - I don't know the breed.

I discovered it. It was necessary to climb the entire road ramp.

Really nicely presented. See you next time!

velkavrh12. 11. 2024 09:25:44

The Monday folks - retirees section of PD Škofja Loka went again on the beautiful autumn path - Sreča Kosovelova Path - From Sežana to Tomaj. We start right in the center of Sežana and soon we are on a gravel path that leads us first to the medieval archaeological site. There was a fortification from the Middle Ages. From the overgrown hill we descended past Brezna by the tunnel under the railway track further on the nice forest path past the village of Šmarje to the village of Tomaj. There is also Srečko Kosovel's homestead - museum, but you have to book separately for a visit. In the wine cellar in the middle of the village we bought quite some wine and drove to a well-deserved hot snack in Sežana. We had a nice, although in places very windy day. We were properly blown by the real Karst bora. I've been here years ago, but it's always nice to return to this beautiful corner of Slovenia.