Kranj has always been the capital of the Slovenian Alps and is considered the cultural heart of Slovenia because of the greatest Slovenian poet France Prešeren. The special feature of the town is a river canyon in the town centre.
Kranj is a fascinating town on a rock in the attractive ambience of the mountains which invited me to climb since childhood.
Kranj has been awarded the label of European Destination of Excellence finalist by the European Commission. More
Brdo Hotel was awarded the title of the best Luxury Country Hotel of the Year 2017 in the world.
Boutique hotel the Actum Hotel was awarded the title of the best Luxury Boutique Hotel of 2018.
Kranj is the recipient of the Slovenia Green Destination platinum label. More
Alpine Slovenia
Kranj
Kranj is the oldest Slovenian settlement with 6,000 years of continuous settlement and it is located on a rock by the second largest canyon in Europe.
Every step you take, you will be surprised by Slovenia’s natural and cultural gems. Are you interested in what you need to see in Kranj?
A walk in the old town centre and underneath it offers a series of interesting experiences of culture and history. Find relaxation in the green surroundings and explore it with your bike, hiking shoes or skis in the winter.
Kranj is one of the liveliest towns in Slovenia, because it hosts numerous events in all seasons. Experience one of the concerts, exhibitions, culinary gatherings and trade fairs. You will find the most beautiful concert experience at the Summer Theatre Khislstein and the Layer House, and for the club experience there are KluBar, Bazen and Kavka. If you are an alternative culture fan, visit the Trainstation SubArt.
MoreKranj is one of the liveliest towns in Slovenia, because it hosts numerous events in all seasons. Experience one of the concerts, exhibitions, culinary gatherings and trade fairs. You will find the most beautiful concert experience at the Summer Theatre Khislstein and the Layer House, and for the club experience there are KluBar, Bazen and Kavka. If you are an alternative culture fan, visit the Trainstation SubArt.
MoreDiscover the underground world of Kranj. Embark on guided tours, find cave characteristics and animals or experience a simulation of an air strike. The tunnels host several events and exhibitions. Do not miss the Wine Route during the St Martin’s Celebrations and for the children the magical experiences of Halloween lies in store.
MoreIn Kranj, there is not a single corner that does not bear reminders of the great Slovenian poet France Prešeren. Learn about them along the way connecting all the main attractions of the cultural and natural heritage. Architecture enthusiasts can discover the rich heritage of the famous Slovenian architects Jože Plečnik and Edvard Ravnikar.
MoreThe green canyon of the Kokra River offers a break and relaxation in nature, only a few metres away from the hustle and bustle of the town. The rich flora and fauna are visible in the wide array of tree species, flowers, birds, fish and other animals. The old part of the town is also embraced by the Sava River on the other side, and its environment is an excellent location for fishing and fly-fishing.
MoreKranjska sausage, Kranj beer and Kranj rolled dumplings are the culinary trio named after the town of Kranj. The gourmet chefs of Kranj preserve the tradition of preparation and they take it to another level with modern creativity. All three of these gastronomic delights complement each other perfectly in the authentic contact with local people at Kranska kuhna or in the pleasant atmosphere of inns and restaurants.
MoreOver Kranj rise the green hills, such as St Jošt, Šmarjetna gora and others, which can easily be reached on foot even from the centre of the town. At the top, you will be rewarded with beautiful views and gastronomic indulgence. In Kranj, there are marked educational walking trails, where you will learn about the natural gems of Kranj. Take a bike and go for local produce at the tourist farms.
MoreOver Kranj rise the green hills, such as St Jošt, Šmarjetna gora and others, which can easily be reached on foot even from the centre of the town. At the top, you will be rewarded with beautiful views and gastronomic indulgence. In Kranj, there are marked educational walking trails, where you will learn about the natural gems of Kranj. Take a bike and go for local produce at the tourist farms.
MoreConquer the Alpine summits surrounding the town with experienced guides, two of them being Marija and Andrej Štremfelj, the first married couple to stand at the top of the world in the Himalayas and entered the Guinness World Records. With 40 years of climbing experience, they now guide climbing tours on walls, waterfalls and mountain ridges of the Slovenian Alps.
MoreKrvavec is a ski resort which offers active and adrenaline filled breaks, relaxation and fun. During the winter, it offers excellent skiing and in other seasons it is a paradise for mountain bikers, paragliders, family hiking trips on the Shepherd Dwarf Trail (Pot pastirskih škratov), adrenaline lovers and nature lovers.
MoreThe green surroundings of the Brdo Estate offer several opportunities for relaxation. Its wellness centre is distinguished by its exclusiveness, as it only accepts 12 guests at a time. Brdo Hotel is famous for its gastronomy with roots in the traditional Slovenian dishes and local ingredients. At the estate you can admire the noble Lipizzaner horses and test your riding abilities or take a carriage ride. You can also decide to play golf on the hotel’s nine hole course.
MoreThe green surroundings of the Brdo Estate offer several opportunities for relaxation. Its wellness centre is distinguished by its exclusiveness, as it only accepts 12 guests at a time. Brdo Hotel is famous for its gastronomy with roots in the traditional Slovenian dishes and local ingredients. At the estate you can admire the noble Lipizzaner horses and test your riding abilities or take a carriage ride. You can also decide to play golf on the hotel’s nine hole course.
MoreThe Church of St Primož and Felicijan at Jamnik with mountain scenery and a giant rising full moon is an inspiration to numerous photographers, who find a different image of nature in every season of the year. The motif offered by the views from Jamnik has become internationally recognisable and an iconic image on social networks.
MoreThe gravel terrains and rapids of the Sava River under Kranj were replaced by Lake Trboje, which has become home to numerous water birds. The lake was unofficially named Žagarjeva solza (i.e. Goosander’s tear) after one of these birds, the goosander (veliki žagar). The location also hides healing energy points which will calm and cleanse you and have a beneficial effect on your well-being.
MoreKrSKolesom is a special system which enables users to rent and return bikes at several different locations around Kranj.
KrSKolesom is a special system which enables users to rent and return bikes at several different locations around Kranj.
The old town centre of Kranj has its own Kranvaj, i.e. an electric shuttle.
Kranj offers an electric car-sharing system that enables users to rent and return the vehicles at several different predetermined locations.
On Thursdays and Saturdays, you can buy local and ecological products from the surrounding farms at the marketplace in the centre of the town.
Kranj štruklji (rolled dumplings)
The recipe for Kranj štruklji was published in Slovenska kuharica (Slovenian cookbook) by Magdalena Pleiweis back in 1868. The gourmet chefs of Kranj preserve the tradition of preparation and they take it to another level with modern creativity. The desert that simply melts in your mouth has been served at Gostilna Kot for more than 80 years.
Diverse cultural activities throughout the year, entertaining events, experiencing architecture and history and relaxing in the green natural surroundings. All this is Kranj, every season of the year.
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Ljubljana and Kranj are connected by several things, among them the poet France Prešeren and the architect Jože Plečnik. Sit on a train and look for parallels between the cities that are just 30 km apart. Even closer to Kranj is Škofja Loka, where you can discover the beauties of the UNESCO town by bike. Take a trip to Bled, where you can take a pletna boat to the island in the middle of the Alpine lake. In Kranjska Gora, there are plenty of active experiences, and in the winter two world class competitions for Alpine skiers and ski jumpers.
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