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Cerkno

A region with priceless cultural heritage, where the Alpine world meets the Mediterranean.

With its rolling hills and green valleys, the Cerkno region makes for an excellent hiking and cycling destination. In winter, you can have some fun in the snow on the most modern ski slope in Slovenia. Cerkno is located on the Idrija Fault, a source of thermal water for the only Slovenian spa in the Julian Alps. It is home to the world's oldest whistle and a unique Partisan hospital.

This was not the right valley, Marko. Maybe that's the right valley, Marko. That valley has to be somewhere.

Lotti (Evelyne Wohlfeiler) in the film The Valley of Peace (Dolina miru), 1956

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Cerkno's diverse landscape attracts active explorers in both summer and winter. Experience the rich cultural heritage in Cerkno's gorges and valleys, and relax your thoughts in the embrace of green natural beauties.

Winter fun on the most modern Slovenian ski slope

Immerse yourself in the Cerkno Ski Resort’s winter fairy tale, which offers ski slopes for both beginners and more seasoned skiers. If you still lack the necessary carving skills, you can get help from our experienced skiing and snowboarding instructors. Children can enjoy the carpet lift and roundabout in the training area. Next to the ski slope, the resort also has five kilometres of cross-country skiing trails and is an excellent starting point for exploring the Cerkno region.

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Traditional Shrovetide carnival with Cerkno's Laufarji

During Shrovetide, you can meet Laufarji, one of the most distinct traditional Shrovetide groups in Slovenia. Dance with the 25 Shrovetide characters carrying larfe, special masks carved from linden wood. The main character is Pust (the Shrovetide Man), wrapped in a mossy dress and carrying a young spruce tree in one hand, accompanied by other characters, such as ta bršljanov (the Ivy Man), ta tierjesta (the Two Thread Men), ta star (the Old Man) and ta stara (the Old Woman).

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Find moments of calm in the Idrijca Valley

Relax in unspoiled nature, in the shade of the trees, by the clear pools of the Idrijca River. There are pristine beaches on the banks of the river, and the water offers a nice refreshment in summer days. The great abundance of fish is a true paradise for sports fishing lovers. As an tributary of the Soča River, Idrijca is known for the thoroughbred marble trout.

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Green Facts

Slovenia is writing its green story. Feel it at every step.

The entire bed of the Idrijca River is part of the Natura 2000 area and is a natural asset of national importance.

70 percent of Cerkno is covered by forest, which is higher than the Slovenian average.

The Cerkno Zaganjalka intermittent spring is an interesting karst phenomenon, whose main feature is its intermittent water flow. In Slovenian terminology, every such spring is named after it.

There are strong sources of natural energy around the Idrija Fault. One such source is at the Church of Saint Ivan in Šebrelje, which is considered the strongest Slovenian energy spot.

Pajtičke

Pajtičke are the miniature version of the real savoury onion loaf, a regional specialty. Savoury Pajtičke with onion and walnut stuffing are an excellent snack. They can also be a side and go well with vegetable and meat dishes as a substitute for bread. Some restaurants in the Cerkno region serve savoury pajtičke with a welcome aperitif.

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Let the Cerkno delicacies awaken your taste buds!

The Cerkno region boasts a diverse and delicious cuisine that will impress even the most fussy of eaters. Find out for yourself.

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Experience a pleasant getaway and have some rest

Would you like to stay a little longer and see and experience as much as possible? Then select suitable accommodation that is ideal for you in the nearby area.

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Kmetija Želinc

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Hotel Cerkno

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Nearby destinations

Don't forget to explore Cerkno's surroundings.Visit Idrija, a UNESCO-listed town only 20 km away that has a mercury mine and is the cradle of the famous Idrija lace. Another UNESCO heritage site 40 km from Cerkno is Škofja Loka, a historical town with a rich handicraft tradition. For more active experiences, drive a lovely 30 km to the Soča Valley, a paradise for adrenaline junkies. Anyone looking for peace and relaxation in unspoiled natural surroundings will find them in Bohinj, a picturesque Alpine valley in the Triglav National Park 45 km away.

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