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Radovljica

A town of sweet adventures on the doorstep of the Julian Alps

Radovljica, a medieval town with a moat and views of the Karavanke Alps and the Julian Alps, is known today as Sweet Radovljica (Radol'ca). The tradition of beekeeping and honey is supplemented with new sweet experiences. It has become a real capital of beekeeping and chocolate.

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Experience sweet moments in Radovljica. Not only to satisfy your sweet tooth with honey and chocolate, but also to taste other culinary and cultural “sweets”. Radovljica is also an excellent starting point to explore the surrounding peaks, whether it be on foot or by bicycle.

Fly into the World of the Carniolian Grey Bee

Radovljica is the capital of Slovenian apiculture. Visit the Museum of Apiculture in the Radovljica Manor and learn about the rich beekeeping tradition. Meet Anton Janša, the father of modern apiculture. See an exhibition of slightly less than 250 beehive panels. In the neighbouring house, at the Lectar Workshop and Museum, you can find out how honeybread hearts are made. You can learn about modern beekeeping at the Beekeeping Education Centre of Gorenjska in Lesce.

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Tastes of Radol'ca

In the restaurants of Radovljica, you will be served authentic home-made food with local ingredients and top-class presentation. Here, you will find everything from good traditional inns to modern cuisine of the best Slovenian chefs, who every November invite diners to taste selected local menus and house events. Summer and December events in the old town centre are complemented with street dishes.

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Trails with Exceptional Views

Climb up the lookout on Jamnik from Kropa or to the medieval church of St Peter of Begunje and you will have a panoramic view of the entire Gorenjska region. If you want to go higher, there is the Begunjščica mountain, and in the valley below, there are numerous hiking trails leading through the woods and by the rivers and streams. Walking in Radol’ca, you will encounter authentic rural heritage, the legacy of the Slovenian castles and the unspoilt nature and you will be rewarded with outstanding views.

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Green Facts

Slovenia writes a green story. Feel it at every step.

The Lipnica Valley with Kropa and Komna Gorica is rich in cultural and technical heritage of blacksmithing and ironwork industry.

As part of the VISIT and EXPLORE organised free guided tours, you can discover Radovljica and its surrounding area in the company of a local guide in the summertime.

A large part of the Jelovica Plateau is protected as a Natura 2000 protected zone.

On the initiative launched by Slovenia, the UN proclaimed as World Bee Day 20th May, which is the birth date of the pioneer of modern beekeeping Anton Janša, who you can get to know better in the Museum of Apiculture.

Kunstelj's Cake Pops (“grizike”)

Delicious cupcakes on a stick, dipped in chocolate. In an old Radovljica inn, they are prepared by Maja Buden in an inventive way and with local ingredients. They are easy to prepare and if you set out to make them with your children, the fun is guaranteed. The whole family will enjoy them.

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Radol'ca, a Land of Inspiration

Radol’ca is a land of creative people, who find their inspiration in their cultural heritage, wonderful nature and exceptional views. The land on the edge of the Julian Alps invites you to discover Radovljica, the sweetest town in Slovenia, and to explore its diverse culture and history.

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Ride your bike to Bled, which is only 6 kilometres away and then around Lake Bled or visit the Castle on the rock. Go on a trip for a day into the heart of the Triglav National Park, to Bohinj, which is located 25 kilometres away from Radovljica. You can go and discover the old city centre of the Slovenian capital of Ljubljanja, which you can simply and quickly reach in an hour by means of public transport. You can also climb to the village of Jamnik through the iron forging Kropa. Admire the views of the Gorenjska Region and then continue your way along the panoramic road through Železniki to medieval Škofja loka, thus overcoming 40 kilometres.

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