{"id":1028,"date":"2018-01-03T10:43:40","date_gmt":"2018-01-03T10:43:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kunstelj.si\/?page_id=1028"},"modified":"2022-04-11T13:32:07","modified_gmt":"2022-04-11T13:32:07","slug":"top-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.kunstelj.si\/en\/rooms\/top-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"TOP things TO DO"},"content":{"rendered":"[mk_page_section bg_image=”https:\/\/www.kunstelj.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/sider1.jpg” bg_position=”center center” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” bg_stretch=”true” enable_3d=”true” video_opacity=”0.2″ min_height=”400″ sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][mk_padding_divider size=”140″][\/vc_column][\/mk_page_section][mk_page_section bg_image=”https:\/\/www.kunstelj.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/regal1.png” sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][mk_padding_divider size=”60″][mk_fancy_title size=”64″ force_font_size=”true” size_phone=”42″ font_weight=”bold” margin_bottom=”0″ font_family=”none”]TOP things TO DO[\/mk_fancy_title][mk_padding_divider size=”20″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1649683923819{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\n

We have put together some suggestions for what to see and do in the Radol\u2019ca area and the surroundings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We have listed some of the things that we love to see and do in our neighbourhood. Please visit www.Radolca.si<\/strong><\/a> or www.Slovenia.info<\/strong><\/a> for more detailed and updated versions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

OUR TIP<\/strong> \u2013 check the current opening times, weather and road conditions before you set off.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Radovljica<\/strong>, a medieval town with a moat tunnel and views of the Karavanke mountains and the Julian Alps, is known today under the label \u2018Radol’ca \u2013 Honestly<\/strong> Sweet\u2019<\/strong>. The tradition of beekeeping and honey has been supplemented by new sweet experiences. Radol\u2019ca has become a real capital of beekeeping and chocolate.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Linhart square – a great place to spend a rainy day or a relaxed evening<\/span><\/strong><\/h5>\n

Visit Linhart Square,<\/strong> the heart of the old town of Radovljica, a charming medieval square with picturesque houses and a magnificent mansion. In the mansion, visit the Museum of Apiculture<\/strong>, where you can learn about the wealth of Slovenia\u2019s beekeeping tradition and see the largest exhibited collection of traditionally painted beehive frontal panels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Pharmacy and Alchemy Museum<\/strong><\/span> tells a tale about pharmacy and alchemy through its exhibits of exceptional objects from all over the world.<\/span><\/p>\n

The museum has a shop, which is equipped like an old pharmacy, where, in addition to natural cosmetics, there are souvenirs with mythological themes, herbs, essential oils, and a range of teas.<\/span><\/p>\n

The small shops in and around the old town are a great place to shop for souvenirs.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Best family activities<\/span><\/h4>\n

Adventure Minigolf<\/b> <\/a>Panorama <\/span><\/p>\n

Dolinka Zipline<\/b><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Bled Adventure Park<\/b> and summer tobogganing Stra\u017ea Bled <\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Swimming <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Radovljica swimming pool, \u0160obec campsite, Lake Bled, Lake Bohinj, Sava River (the latter for pristine, but cold, water!) <\/span><\/p>\n

Best children\u2019s paygrounds <\/span><\/h4>\n

200 metres from the entrance to Linhart Square<\/strong>, Radovljica<\/span><\/p>\n

Pump track,<\/b> near Gorenjska cesta, Radovljica <\/span><\/p>\n

\u0160obec <\/b>Camping <\/span><\/p>\n

Krpin playgroung <\/b>near Begunje Trim trail<\/b> to St. Peter trim trail <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Vrbnje<\/b> playground <\/span><\/p>\n

Playground at Lece Sports Airfiled<\/b> – small but interesting, with a small cafe <\/span><\/p>\n

Best walks\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

The Sava River Trail\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Brezje Path of Peace<\/strong> (visit the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians, the Pera\u010dica waterfall)<\/span><\/p>\n

St. Peter\u2019s trail<\/strong> \u2013 a short hike from Begunje na Gorenjskem up to a church with great views and a trim trail<\/strong>)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

FOR BOTH CYCLING AND HIKING<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Downoad Outdoor active APP<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

and follow the routes on the app. Have a battery fully charged:)<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Cycling<\/strong><\/p>\n

Our House is an excellent place to set off on a cycling trip to discover the countryside <\/b>and nearby Bled<\/a>. Cycle along quiet country lanes and side roads. Lesce and Bled are also linked by a bike path.<\/b> Road cyclists seeking more demanding rides will enjoy the challenge of cycling up to Jamnik or to the Pokljuka plateau.<\/span><\/p>\n

WELL WORTH A DRIVE\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

VELIKA PLANINA<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

A magical mountain plateau<\/strong> with one of the largest herdsmens\u2019 settlements<\/strong> in Europe, where you can learn about the fascinating life on the plateau and sample the dairy products produced<\/strong> on its pastures. Take a walk through the meadows\u00a0 across the plateau. 50 kilometres from Radovljica + cable car.<\/span><\/p>\n

COFFEE TIME AT STRMOL CASTLE AND A VISIT TO BRDO PARK<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

One of the oldest and best-preserved castles in Slovenia. The wealthy industrialist Rado Hribar and his wife were the former owners of the castle. Rado had a small golf course in the grounds of the castle and his wife had a very unusual pet. They had a large art collection including the famous Slovenian Kofetarica painting (a lady who drinks coffee) by Ivana Kobilica, which you can see in the piano room where you can experience the story and enjoy a classic tea party.<\/span><\/p>\n

Reservations required\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

35 kilometres from Radovljica<\/span><\/p>\n

LJUBLJANA\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

We suggest visiting Ljubljana by train<\/strong>. Walk through the beautiful city and\/or take a boat<\/strong> and relax while admiring the colourful houses from the Ljubljanica<\/strong> River. A visit to the market is a \u2018must\u2019, and on Fridays you can taste some of the best street food from all over Slovenia at the Open Kitchen<\/strong> (April to October in sunny weather) in Poga\u010dar Square (Pogacarjev trg).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

45 kilometres from Radovljica<\/span><\/p>\n

KRANJSKA GORA and LAKE JASNA<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Take a dip in the ice-cold water of the crystal-clear mountain lake<\/strong>, surrounded by the most beautiful alpine scenery. Visit Planica<\/strong>, one of the largest ski jumping centres in the world, where you can make a descent by zipline above the ski jump ramps, including the largest one in the world.<\/span><\/p>\n

Take a walk to the Zelenci nature reserve,<\/strong> where you can see the source of the Sava Dolinka river.<\/span><\/p>\n

30 kilometres from Radovljica<\/span><\/p>\n

On the Path of Iron Forging and Lacemaking\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Drive to Kropa<\/strong> beneath the Jelovica plateau, stopping enroute in Kamna Gorica<\/strong> for a short walk through the village. Continue up to Jamnik \u2013 a small church with breathtaking views of Gorenjska. You will pass the village of Dra\u017ego\u0161e<\/strong>, home to an important World War II monument, where you can stop and enjoy the peace.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Continue to \u017delezniki<\/strong> and onwards through small village towards Idrija.<\/strong> Walk through the town of Idrija \u2013 a UNESCO heritage pearl<\/strong>. Try some traditional zlikrofi<\/strong> \u2013 handmade mini pasta dumplings filled with potatoes and bacon. Visit the mercury mine, and buy some handmade lace. Visit the Franja Partisan Hospital.<\/strong> Drive back through \u0160kofja loka<\/strong><\/a>, where you can stop for a walk in the historic old town and walk up to the castle. We recommend the following restaurants along the way:<\/span><\/p>\n

Gostilna\u00a0 pri Danilu***** Rete\u010de near \u0160kofja Loka\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Na vasi*** Zminc\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Allow 2 hours for the drive there (return trip cca. 4 hours) The road through \u0160kofja loka is better and faster, so if you are short and time, you can go there and back the same way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

STREET FOOD and TAKEAWAY FOOD\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Not really Slovenian but we love it! You can buy burek<\/strong> in almost every bakery <\/span>\u2013 a filled savoury pastry<\/span><\/a> made of <\/span>filo pastry<\/span> with a variety of fillings, such as meat or curd cheese.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Although originally from Bled, nowadays you can buy the tradition cream slice KREM\u0160NITA in almost every patisserie shop or supermarket.<\/span><\/p>\n

KRANJSKA KLOBASA sausage\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

WHAT TO BUY AND WHERE\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Honey<\/strong> \u2013 Gregor Buden, Radovljica,\u00a0 031 641 481\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Local food and drink<\/strong> \u2013 Shop 18sedem3 Gorenjska cesta 1, Radovljica<\/span><\/p>\n

Wine<\/strong> \u2013 Sod\u010dek Wine Bar, Linhartov trg 8, Radovjica\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Chocolate<\/strong> \u2013 Radol\u0161ka \u010cokolada chocolatier, Gorenjska cesta 4, Radovljica; Gorenjka chocolate factory shop, Ro\u017ena Dolina 8, Lesce\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ceramics<\/strong> – Manufaktura Magu\u0161ar and CUDV (both in Linhart square)<\/span><\/p>\n

Sports equipment<\/strong> \u2013 Extreme Vital, Gorenjska cesta 41, Radovljica\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Elan (you can also visit the Elan Ski Museum) Begunje na Gorenjskem 1, Begunje\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][mk_padding_divider size=”60″][\/vc_column][\/mk_page_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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