discover the hidden sub-alpineRadol'ca delight of Slovenia 1 Begunje & the villages below the mountains Radovljica Lesce & the Sava river Brezje & its surroundings Kropa with Lipnica valley Radol'ca Sweet treats discover the hidden sub-alpine delight Genuine Radol’ca style Taste a little piece of the ‘real’ Slovenia, a hidden sub-alpine gem. pampering. Feel the warmth of the land, where we live in harmony with na- ture and tradition. Bees are witness to this sensitivity. In exchange for love and care given by beekeepers, they bring us intoxicating nectar. This gives us strength for creativity and the élan to achieve a worldwide reputation. Although we aim high, we stay modest and ‘Honestly Sweet’. Visit us and get to know Radol’ca. Sweet creations The bursting creativity of the locals. Sweet experiences Sweet memories Rivers, fields, forests, fresh air Charming encounters with and freedom. the past. 3 Sweet treats for couples in love and for those hungry to sample local food and sweet delights Sweet treats day • fresh ecological breakfast • honey-heart making workshop • traditional Gorenjska lunch • a stroll through medieval Radovljica • traditional dinner of buckwheat dish ‘žganci’ with sour milk • a sip of intoxicating mead for a night cap 4 Žganci Radol'ca & Chocolate Radol'ca & Honey Must try foods! • a long tradition of chocolate • an exceptional beekeeping • honey delicacies • the home of Gorenjka, heritage • delicious chocolate the largest producer of • home of the indigenous • homemade cheese chocolate in Slovenia Carnolian grey bee dumplings ‘štruklji’ • the tempting Chocolate • the splendid Radovljica • sausage with sauerkraut Festival in spring Museum of Apiculture • homemade dried fruit • the local boutique • the modern Gorenjska chocolatier Molinet Beekeeping Centre • beehive panels 5 Sweet experiences for all those bursting with energy for sports and entertainment Sweet experience day • water: rafting, swimming, fishing…. • air: pleasure flights, parachute jumps • earth: cycling, foraging, golf • fire: camping under the stars, celebrating Midsummer’s eve by a bonfire 6 great fishing conditions Radol'ca & Aviation Radol'ca & Nature Requirements! • Lesce is the centre of • activities for all the four • a love of nature Slovene parachuting seasons • maps from the Radol’ca • excellent conditions for • natural local products Tourist Information Centres aerobatics • the sunny Karavanke Alps • suitable equipment • flights above Triglav and picturesque Sava river • an inquisitive nature National Park • the forested Jelovica • courses in parachuting and plateau and mysterious paragliding Lipnica valley • radio-controlled model • flowering meadows and airplane meetings alpine mountain pastures 7 Sweet creations for all those curious and hungry for knowledge and new ideas Sweet creations day • create a pottery bowl • get acquainted with blacksmiths’ works of art • dance with the Avsenik ensemble • spend a day in the company of bees • participate in a music workshop under the baton of a master conductor 8 The Radovljica Festival is the oldest early music festival in Slovenia Radol'ca & Iron Forging Radol'ca & Avsenik To take home! • Kropa, the cradle of Slovene • the pioneers of Slovene • beehive panels iron-forging popular folk music • pottery products • modern artistic forged • the most exported Slovene • blacksmiths’ products products music • skis from Elan • preserved technical heritage • concerts of diverse Slovene • Avsenik’s music • Blacksmiths’ Festival - ensembles in Begunje traditional Iron Forging • museum of the story of the celebration Avsenik ensemble • water canals in • Sašo Avsenik ensemble Kamna Gorica 9 Sweet memories for all those influenced by nostalgia, history lovers and romantics Sweet memories day • visit museums and galleries • explore the manor house and castle ruins • get acquainted with traditional events • go on a pilgrimage to Brezje • stroll through the pristine countryside 10 St Gregory’s Day Radol'ca & Tradition Radol'ca & Museums Don't miss! • experience local customs, • 11 museums • The Chocolate Festival religions and legends • history, ethnology, • music festivals and concerts • the tradition of iron-forging: technics, art • free guided tours of Blacksmiths’ Festival, St. • the story of the people of Radovljica Gregory’s Day Radol’ca and interesting • exhibitions of recognized • town culture: The Path of Slovenes Slovene artists Venus, carnival, flea market • all year round and in all • traditional music: The weather Radovljica Festival, concerts 11 Radol'ca Radovljica Brezje & its surroundings the town with the largest the most renowned pilgrimage number of sunny days in the destination in Slovenia Gorenjska region (Brezje, Mošnje, Ljubno) Lesce & the Sava river Kropa and the Lipnica valley the capital of Slovene chocolate the centuries-old iron-forging and skydiving tradition and abundant nature (Lancovo, Kropa, Lipnica, Begunje & the villages below Podnart, Kamna gorica) the mountains the birthplace of the legendary Slavko Avsenik (Begunje, Srednja vas, Dvorska vas) Legend: Cycling route Walking path Swimming pools (Sobec, Radovljica pool, Kropa pool) 11 Accommodation Mountain hut Golf sports Airfield Museums Castles More information about accommodation can be found on www.radolca.si/en/accommodation/. Maps with exact details of all activities, points of interest and accommodation are available in all the 12 Tourist Information Centres in the Radol’ca region. Begunjščica Poljška planina 23 18 Bled jezero 19 Begunje lake 15 12 17 21 24 14 Lesce 16 10 13 20 11 22 2 3 Radovljica 9 1 4 5 6 7 8 Brezje 26 25 Planinski dom Goška ravan Kropa 27 helmet! kid Radovljica the town with the largest number of sunny days in the Gorenjska region Numerous museums, galleries, festivals and events, the exquisite cuisine on offer in its traditional inns, and the outstanding opportunities available for sport and recreation are all reasons to visit this charming town that sits atop a natural promontory above the Sava river. The heart and soul of Radovljica is the charming medieval Linhart Square. Take some time out to enjoy a cup of coffee and a slice of cake. Travel back into mysterious times. • the medieval old town • traditional inns • markets & shops • museums and galleries • events and festivals • sport facilities • culinary delights • The Radovljica mansion 15 absolute freedom Lesce & the Sava river the capital of Slovene chocolate and skydiving Spot the aeroplanes and skydivers in the air, play a round of golf at Bled Golf Course or stroll by the picturesque Legat Farmhouse in the old village centre. The Sava river is popular for numerous water activities. Its banks offer countless opportunities for walks in the natural surroundings and even camping next to the river. Dare to try something new. • Lesce Sports airfield • Camping Šobec • Bled Golf Course • Gorenjska Beekeeping • culinary delights • Lesce Hippodrome Centre • The Gorenjka Chocolate • Sava river experiences factory 17 St Peter’s Church salad Begunje & the villages below the mountains the birthplace of the legendary Slavko Avsenik Choose from a range of gentle walks through the fields and forests, or conquer the highest peaks in the Karavanke Range. Begunje is the home to one of the most innovative sports equipment manufacturers, Elan, as well as the home of Slavko Avsenik, the pioneer of Slovene popular folk music. Concerts featuring national folk music ensembles are organised every week. Discover the best of the subalpine creativity. • Kamen Castle and the • The Katzenstein mansion • St Peter's, Lamberg's, Draga Valley and Museum of Hostages Shepherd's and the Village • Avsenik popular folk • The mighty Karavanke Trails music Alps • The Drnča Chateau 19 the Feast of the Assumption, 15th of August Brezje & its surroundings the most renowned pilgrimage destination in Slovenia The Basilica of Mary Help of Christians attracts numerous pilgrims from across Slovenia as well as foreigners to this small countryside settlement. Walk the Brezje Peace Trail. It’s an easy hiking trail through the forests to the Peračica waterfalls. It symbolises the co- existence of natural, cultural and spiritual landscapes. Relax and reconnect with yourself. • the tradition of • Basilica of Mary Help of • The museum of pilgrim • Brezje Peace Trail & pilgrimages Christians wishes Peračica waterfall • Ljubno church • The Vila Rustica • frescos on the houses in archaeological site Ljubno 21 beautiful handmade details Kropa & the Lipnica valley the centuries-old iron-forging tradition and abundant nature Admire technical monuments, examples of cultural heritage, wrought ironworks, the preserved iron forgers› customs, cuisine, and excellent singing. Hidden between the uplands and the Jelovica Plateau, the green Lipnica Valley winds its way along the Lipnica Stream. Away from main road connections and urban settlements, it is best explored on a cycling trip. Escape the everyday busy routine. • the old village of Kamna Gorica grad) and natural science Jelovica plateau and the Kropa with its unique • The Iron Forging museum walking path beauty of the Lipnica architecture and Vice spike forge • co-habiting with nature valley • the picturesque village of • The Lipnica castle (Pusti • the vastness of the • culinary delights 23 Accommodation Smaller accommodation facilities are typical of Radol’ca, where hospitality and a personal touch are the guiding principles. The traditional guesthouses in the area, which also offer a variety of tasty Slovene dishes, have been complemented