Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and take refuge in the mountains, where you can make a genuine connection with nature and tradition. Visit the herdsmen’s huts, listen to cowbells and try out the dairy delicacies that taste entirely different here than they would in the valley. Fresh mountain air will fill you with peace and make you relax, connecting you with the herdsmen that look after the cattle in the mountains in the months of summer.
A true „princess“ of the mountains can be found in the embrace of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps. Velika planina is enchanting in all seasons – in spring, it will impress you with its purple carpet of blooming saffrons, in summer, with the jingling of cowbells, in autumn, with its wide range of colours, and in winter, with its snowy delights spilt like milk over the landscape. Among the numerous herdsmen’s huts, you can find your corner of paradise, in the peace and quiet of the mountains, where the friendly herdsmen will offer your delicious dairy dishes in the warmer months of the year.
Go among the herdsmen of Velika planina and let all of your senses feel the magnetism of mountain, pulling the people from the valley into the embrace of Alpine tranquillity.
Velika planina is the largest herdsmen's settlement in Europe with about 140 herdsmen's huts. The pretty huts with roofs covered in spruce shingles act as an antidote to the stressful life in the city. Get a taste of authentic sour milk and mush (žganci) that the herdsmen offer to their visitors. If the beauty and tranquillity of Velika Planina will make it difficult for you to leave, you can spend the night in one of the herdsmen’s huts.
MoreVelika planina is the largest herdsmen's settlement in Europe with about 140 herdsmen's huts. The pretty huts with roofs covered in spruce shingles act as an antidote to the stressful life in the city. Get a taste of authentic sour milk and mush (žganci) that the herdsmen offer to their visitors. If the beauty and tranquillity of Velika Planina will make it difficult for you to leave, you can spend the night in one of the herdsmen’s huts.
MoreWhen in Velika planina, it is a must to try out the traditional cheese called Trnič. The cheese has a distinctive pear-like shape and is decorated with various ornaments. The herdsmen used to give this cheese to their sweethearts as a token of their love. Let your heart rejoice at the tender taste of the „cheese of love“. Trnič is also used in modern cuisine. You can even surprise your loved ones with a tasty ice cream made of Trnič.
MoreAmong the huts of Velika planina, you will find a unique museum that will thoroughly introduce you to the herdsmen’s tradition and the life of herdsmen on the mountain. Preskar’s museum will let you discover how the Trnič cheese is made, what the collection of herdmen’s clothes and tools looked like and what helped them to catch mice and to stay awake during the pasture.
MoreIf you feel you have tasted enough of the Velika planina’s delicacies, you can burn the calories by spending active time in the mountains. In summer, get your lungs full of fresh mountain air walking, hiking or cycling. In winter, experience an unforgettable adventure night sledging or snowshoeing across the snow-covered landscape. To enjoy skiing, visit the family slope offering 2.8 km of ski slopes with natural snow.
MoreA tranquil site near the Kamniška Bistrica river is home to a shepherding settlement with modern wooden houses, the Slovenia Eco Resort. Spend the night in a family house or try out glamping for couples. Unwind in the swimming pond and private Finnish sauna. Pick home-grown vegetables in the self-sufficient garden. The mini farm lets children get to know the indigenous animals of Slovenia, as well as the typical life of a shepherd.
MoreBohinj also has a rich history of herdsmen’s tradition. The nearby mountains and their natural alpine pastures offer a real treat to the cattle in the summer months, which is well reflected in the characteristic flavours of the Bohinj cheeses. The mountaineering tradition above the lake of Bohinj has been placed on UNESCO's tentative list of world heritage. The authentic alpine nature at the heart of the Triglav National Park brings the magic into these mountains. The mountains of Bohinj are popular hiking spots.
The story of herdsmen and cheese will follow you on every step in Bohinj. Discover the secrets of Bohinj cheese and join the festive activities that celebrate the herdsmen’s traditions.
Bohinj is a land of excellent cheese. Learn about the characteristic Bohinj cheeses – the Mohant cheese, a unique cheese with distinctive smell and taste and a European Protected Designation of Origin, and the Bohinj cheese. On the Bohinj Cheese Trail you will learn about the history of cheese and the methods of cheese production. You can also try making cheese from the delicious milk from the Bohinj mountains in line with the Bohinj tradition.
MoreBohinj is a land of excellent cheese. Learn about the characteristic Bohinj cheeses – the Mohant cheese, a unique cheese with distinctive smell and taste and a European Protected Designation of Origin, and the Bohinj cheese. On the Bohinj Cheese Trail you will learn about the history of cheese and the methods of cheese production. You can also try making cheese from the delicious milk from the Bohinj mountains in line with the Bohinj tradition.
MoreGet acquainted with the typical cheeses of Bohinj that reflect the purity and originality of alpine nature. If you prefer gourmet cheese flavours, then trying out Mohant cheese is a must. It might not seduce you with its smell, but your taste buds will definitely succumb to its flavour. Mohant has a protected designation of origin. To find Bohinj cheeses in traditional and in modern forms, look for the designation Bohinjsko/From Bohinj.
MoreAre you wondering why the herdsmen’s tradition is so deeply rooted in the hearts of the Bohinj people? Enter the Alpine Dairy Farming Museum in Stara Fužina to learn everything about the making of the best Bohinj cheeses on the mountains, about the life of herdsmen and their tools.
MoreBohinj is particularly festive in mid-September when the herdsmen return from the mountains with the cattle. Every year, they organize the Cow’s ball, an event with more than 60 years of tradition, which is a tribute to the alpine dairy farming in Bohinj. You can also try out a combination of different cheeses and wines at the Cheese and Wine Festival, which is an introduction to the herdsmen’s weekend in Bohinj.
MoreGo on a trip on horseback to the mountains of Uskovnica, Praprotnica and Zajamniki, where you can learn in greater detail about the alpine dairy farming tradition. Horse riding through the Pokljuka plateau forests, wonderful views of the surrounding mountain-tops, the tasting of local delicacies and pleasant company combine into an unforgettable experience.
MoreExperience the Soča Valley differently. Combine your hiking and biking adventures with a visit to the mountains above the emerald beauty, the Soča River, and obtain fresh energy to further explore the valley by tasting its most recognizable cheeses. Stroll along the extensive cheese paths that lead you across the mountains to tourist farms and to small cheese shops, where you can get a comprehensive insight into the origin of the cheeses of the Posočje.
Jezersko and Solčavsko are connected by a series of peaks that are over 2,000 m high. They have another common point – the area is home to an indigenous Slovenian sheep breed, the Jezersko-Solčavska sheep. The sheep tradition and the close coexistence of nature and man can still be seen at both ends of the mighty rock barrier.
Visit other small alpine dairy farms to try out sour milk and mush (žganci) or other homemade dairy dishes. In the Košuta area, drop by the Kofce alpine dairy farm, where you can listen to the sound of cowbells while feasting on a delicious local snack and resting your eyes on the surrounding peaks. The alpine dairy farm Dolga njiva is also a popular shelter for hikers, cyclists and day-trippers. You can spend the night there on a hayloft, and children can enjoy the company of domestic animals.
The mountains are also a great starting point for climbing the surrounding peaks. Explore the beauty of the alpine world on foot or by bicycle, relax and experience the homeliness at the stops along your trails, and regain your strength with delicious local meals.
Activities among the highest mountains and the wildest waters.
Slovenia is a hiking paradise. More than 10,000 kilometres of marked hiking trails.
Triglav National Park will delight you with its picturesque landscapes and unforgettable experiences!
Numerous trails intended for mountain biking are suitable for beginners and world-class cyclists.
Make a stop in popular Slovenian mountain huts.
Discover the richness of Slovenian cuisine and its geographically protected peculiarities
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