Kamnik Saddle Europe, Is from the North Embedded in the Chain of Than 60 Km of Marked and Maintained Hiking Trails of Various Difficulties
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KAMNIŠKO - SAVINJSKE ALPE In the eastern part of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, where the formidable Raduha humbly shows her face, lies a typical alpine village, after a legend named – Luče. Pressed against the confluence of Lučnica and Savinja and torn be- tween three picturesque mountains, it represents an ideal environ- Preddvor ment for hikers seeking pleasure, as well as avid climbers, who want active experiences, unforgettable views, peace and relaxation in 3 days / 2 nights unspoilt alpine world. Discover wonderful underground world of Preddvor, which is surrounded by mountains Snežna jama (Snow Cave) and additionally enjoy river sports, fish- and lies only 10 km from Kranj, has always been an attractive ing, cycling and the culinary of homemade local specialties. destination for many visitors. In our village, which is embraced Difficulty level: Tours are undemanding, but require suitable hiking by nature, you can, for a moment or two, escape the urban clothes and shoes. bustle and everyday pace and be pampered in peace. You can do The program is guaranteed to run from April 27th to October 30th. mountain trips, climbing venture or cycling trips and discover the varied landscape. In the area, there are many historical sites, JEZERSKO among others four castles with their own stories and history. For the perfect finish of diverse and active days you will partake in a culinary pampering with home-made local specialties on a selected farms. Difficulty level: Tours are undemanding, but require suitable hik- ing clothes and shoes. The program is guaranteed to run from April 27thto October 30th. Luče PREDDVOR Day 1: Preddvor – mountain hut Zaplata – Dolge 3 days / 2 nights njive – Srednji vrh – Sv.Jakob Tour duration: 5 – 6 hours; altitude difference: 450 m you will at the Tourist Information Center where Day 1: Luče (522 m) – Rogatec (1557 m) Starting point information. Trail starts at Mače and ascend Tour duration: 6 hours; from Zg. Špeh: 3 h; altitude difference: obtain all program mountain hut. You LUČE the forests to Hudičev boršt with new through 1035 m The famous Boršt offers a can refresh also with spring water nearby. in the center of the village and then Kranjska plain. The starting point for Rogatec trail is beautiful view of the whole through the forests and pastures the trail runs past secluded farms and continues past the chapel, first the farm Upper Špeh (1165 m). The trail to steep overgrown Day 2: Preddvor castles – Little forest learning road, then it turns right and over a very along a forest trails – biking trip - Možjanca leads you to the panoramic top of Rogatec. slope windingly Duration: 5 – 6 hours; altitude difference: 200 m of the 4 Preddvor KAMNIK breakfast, you will have a guided tour Day 2: Luče (522 m) – Raduha (2062 m) After and the giant castles, lake Črnava, avenue of the honeymooners Tour duration: 8 – 9h (3-4 h from Loka); altitude difference: 1540 m can take electric bikes sequoias. After lunch at Hotel Bor, you you can have in the eastern part of the Kamnik-Savinja the surrounding villages. At Možjanca Raduha, the highest mountain and explore in are steep and rocky, whereas the the view of the surrounding peaks Alps, has two faces. The north slopes dinner and at sunset enjoy - Hiking packages forests and meadows in between, gradu south slopes, covered with dense evening twilight. point of the trail. In summer the ally descend all the way to Luče, the starting to the nearby Snežna jama (Snow you can spice up your trip with a visit Day 3: Gams trail to Sv. Lovrenc - workshop at TIC Cave). Preddvor / biking trip Kokra Duration: 5 – 6 hours; altitude difference: 400 m Day 3: Podvežak (1450 m) – Kocbek mountain hut on SOLČAVSKO hike along the Gams trail (Chamois trail) Korošica (1900 m) After breakfast you will site Gradišče nad Bašljem to Sv. Lovrenc and to the archaeological Tour duration: 5 – 6h; altitude difference: 450 m most important archaeo- which is considered to be one of the five you can have a workshop karst plateau, which won’t disap- logical sites in Slovenia. In the afternoon Dleskovec is a vast mountain valley of Kokra river or to nature. Typical for at TIC Preddvor or do e-biking tour in the point lovers of peaceful corners and unspoilt domed tops and Možjanca. this area are rounded shapes, unremarkable Podvežak is the starting many beaten roadless areas. Mountain point of the trail. Price per person: from 125 € Price per person: from 117 € Bookings: Supplements: Dolina Avantur • Professional mountain guide: 220€ per Supplements: group per day (max. 4 people) +386 51 606 410 • Lunch packet or lunch on locations • Guided tour of Snežna jama (Snow [email protected] LOGARSKA DOLINA Cave): 10 € per person KAMNIK - SAVINJA ALPS • Guide: 220 € / per day (for group up to 8 TIC Luče people) +386 3 839 35 55 Bookings: • Other activities (rafting, kayaking, canyoning, [email protected] Zavod za turizem Preddvor climbing, cycling): on request www.tic-luce.si TIC Preddvor - INFO CENTER Dvorski trg 3, 4205 Preddvor + 386 5 914 88 46 [email protected] Published: KSA / Design and layout: Artris / Text: Dušan Prašnikar / Photographs: www.preddvor-tourism.si Archive TIC Preddvor, Čujež, Jeseničnik, Karničar, Lenarčič, Naraglav, Povše / januar 2015 Logarska dolina, Destination Jezersko offers excellent opportuni- Logarska dolina one of the most beautiful alpine valleys in ties to be active in a truly pristine natural environment. Here you can find more Europe, is from the north embedded in the chain of than 60 km of marked and maintained hiking trails of various difficulties. On the the Kamnik-Savinja Alps. The area of Solčavsko was way you discover the natural attractions such as Lake Planšar, the glacier below - Solčavsko recognized as a European Destination of Excellence Skuta, Čedca waterfall and forests, as well as taste the healing mineral water – Kamniška Bistrica – Kamnik saddle – EDEN, because of its unique way of combining Jezerska slatina. On pastures you can observe herds of indigenous Jezersko-Solčava 3 days / 2 nights nature conservation with the life of the locals. The sheep and explore Jezersko’s biotic diversity. Due to the different altitudinal zones – Velika planina The proposed tour will take you special feature of the area are three alpine valleys. and diverse geological history here grows close to 1,000 different plant species. Visitors are drawn also by numerous other attractions: The three-day package includes moderately demanding half-day tours along marked to some of the most recognizable peaks 3 days / 2 nights – Potočka Zijalka Cave , Rinka - one of the highest wa- trails in the heart of the mountains and glacial valleys. Moderate fitness, hiking clothes the Kamnik saddle, and two-thousand- terfalls in Slovenia, fossils from the Middle Triassic, and shoes required. meter high mountains such as Planjava, th th . In the end a real treat great biotic diversity, some of the largest farms in The program is guaranteed to run from May 15 to October 30 . Ojstrica and Dedec awaits you in Velika planina. Because of the the whole Alpine region, etc. many breathtaking views and its preserved The three-day package includes easy tours with pastoral heritage, Velika planina is consid- breathtaking views and unforgettable experiences. ered the most beautiful Slovenian moun- Difficulty level: Tours are undemanding, but require tain. Get to know the picturesque richness suitable hiking clothes and shoes. of the architectural heritage, chat with th The program is guaranteed to run from April 27 to shepherds and do not forget to reveal the th Jezersko October 30 . story of the cheese trnič! 3 days / 2 nights The three-day package includes tours with Day 1: breathtaking views and unforgettable experi- Jezersko – Češka koča mountain hut – Lake Planšar ences. Tour duration: 5 hours; altitude difference: 637 m Difficulty level: From technically easy (first day) and moderate (second) to very demand- Day 1: hike starts in ing (small part of third day). We recommend: Center Rinka – Logarska dolina Trail – Waterfall Rinka (Okrešelj) Meeting place is the Tourist Information Center Jezersko. Circural the waterfall Čedca and leads you up to alpine valley Makekova kočna passing hiking shoes, poles, self-belay kit, suitable Tour duration: 4 hours (Okrešelj and back 2 h); altitude difference: 320 m (350 m) m). Descend into the valley of Ravenska legendary mountain hut Češka koča (1534 clothing. along the Natu- Planšar. film and all package information. A walk kočna and follow thematic trail to Lake The program is guaranteed to run from June Arrival at Center Rinka with introductory parts of the th th Valley will take you through the interesting 20 to October 30 (in normal conditions). ral and Ethnographic trail in the Logar glacial You can also hike to the botanically interesting landscape park up to the Rinka waterfall. Day 2: Lake Planšar – Goli vrh - mineral water spring Jezerska Slatina at selected tourist facility. cirque Okrešelj. Dinner and overnight Tour duration: 5-6 hours; altitude difference: 882 m mountain lodge and Lake Planšar you pass Davo Karničar After the starting point m) re- Day 1: Kamniška Bistrica (600 m) - Kamnik saddle (Kamnik hut 1864 m) - * by Day 2: Logarska dolina – Klemenča jama – Strelovec – Robanov kot Jenkova planina. Ascend to Goli vrh (1787 hike to the picturesque saddle – mountain walls. Hike ends in the valley choice also Brana (2253 m) Tour duration: 5-6 hours; altitude difference: 1080 m wards you with great views over majestetic Šenk’s homestead and the spring Tour duration: 3-4 hours (add 2 hours to Brana); altitude difference: 1264 m tour of the ethnographic museum, the to the hut at Klemenča Cave and further with the and is considered one of breakfast you start an easy hiking tour water.