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Radovljica Forest Nature Trail
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Gozdna učna pot RadovljicaPhoto: Kaja Beton, Turizem Radovljica
Author’s recommendation
- The hike can easily be extended to nearby village Mošnje, where one can visit the fascinating remains of roman "Villa Rustica" - countryside estate of a vealthy roman citizen.
Safety information
The trail is generaly very safe, some caution is to take in consideration when traversing a steep slope above the railway line.Tips and hints
- For families with small children, a visit to nearby Adventure Mini Golf Panorama is a perfect addition to a day out in the sun.
- Indulge yourself with first class culinary experiences in Vila Podvin. One of slovenia's leading restaurants is only a stone throw away from the Radovljica Forest Nature Trail.
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Turn-by-turn directions
You can park the car at the OMV Petrol station, or continue driving on the gravel road for another 500 meters to the second parking space. The trail starts on the right-hand side of the parking area, next to the large information panel. The loop brings you to the edge of the natural terrace above river Sava, than shortly back to the forest gravel road. Turn right, and continue on the quiet road until a sign (on your left-hand side) directs you back into the forest on your right-hand side. The trail gradually descends, and reaches the edge of a terrace again. You continue walking on a (very obvious) trail traversing the slope above the railway tracks.
Arriving to the junction of two forest trails on the edge of the forest, follow the one leading to the right-hand side (two oak trees on your right). Soon you will meet a a a small log built cottage on your right. On your left-hand side stands a wooden pavilion presenting a dissection of a tree trunk (in relation to historic events in Slovenia) and Continue to the meadow with a hunter's lookout tower (and a small telecommunication tower), where the trail turns sharply left. Descending gradually through the forest, you will meet another cottage presenting historic sledges used for wood transport.
Continue uphill, before returning to the crossroads on the edge of the meadow. Walk straight ahead, gradually ascending, until reaching and edge of a large meadow. Walk alongside forest to the end of the meadow, where you re-join with the forest road again (metal gate). Descend downhill to the point where road makes a turn (small parking area) and visit the viewpoint of the Zgoša river canyon.
Return back to the the road and continue walking downhill for few meters, until you will find a (very obvious) trail ascending to the forest on your left-hand side. Climb up the trail, than continue straight trough the levelled forest. Within few minutes you will find yourself back on the parking area at the start of the trail.
Note
Public transport
The nearest Bus station (Radovljica) is 2 km away (20 -25 minutes walking distance). Take Kranjska cesta (starts opposite the new library) and follow it right to the end, than continue on the forest road alongside the motorway.Getting there
Arriving from Bled:
Use the motorway A2 and take the exit 4 (OMV petrol station). Follow the signs for Radovljica, when reaching the first junction. Turn left and drive towards the town for about 100 meters, than turn left again. You will enter Radovljica and meet Ljubljanska cesta next to the electric company. Turn left on Ljubljanska cesta and follow the road out of the town ignoring all the right-hand side turns. Passing by a catholic shrine on your left, continue straight in direction of the petrol station. Follow the gravel road across the fields towards the forest to meet the parking space (start of the trail) on your right-hand side.
Arriving from Radovljica:
Follow Ljubljanska cesta (starts opposite the new library) and follow it right to the end. Reaching a catholic shrine on your left, continue straight in direction of the petrol station. Follow the gravel road across the fields towards the forest to meet the parking space (start of the trail) on your right-hand side.
Arriving from Ljubljana:
Use the motorway A2 and take the exit 4 (OMV petrol station). Reaching the local road, turn right for Radovljica and cross the motorway overpass. Drive towards Radovljica for about 150 meters, than turn left. You will enter Radovljica and meet Ljubljanska cesta next to the electric company. Turn left on Ljubljanska cesta and follow the road out of the town ignoring all the right-hand side turns. Passing by a catholic shrine on your left, continue straight in direction of the petrol station. Follow the gravel road across the fields towards the forest to meet the parking space (start of the trail) on your right-hand side.
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