Radolca

Radol'ca is located between the Julian and Karavanke Alps. Radovljica, the major town, and the neighboring old towns and villages are rich in unspoiled natural beauty, delicious food, and long traditions of beekeeping, blacksmithing, and popular folk music. A day spent in the Radol'ca region is associated with the magnificent beauty of the subalpine environment. Flowering meadows, extensive woodlands, and numerous rivers and streams provide a diverse range of short and long-distance excursions. You may explore the natural and cultural sites that convey the narrative of people's connections with nature and tradition on foot, by bike, or by tourist bus. You may go horseback riding, fishing, or rafting down the Sava River for a more adrenaline-pumping experience.

A more peaceful time awaits in Radovljica's medieval town center, with its charming 15th and 16th century town houses, the beautiful Baroque Mansion, interesting museums (Museum of Apiculture and Municipal Museum, Lectar Gingerbread Museum), galleries and workshops run by craftsmen, excellent traditional food, and relaxed socialising in cafes. Throughout the year, Linhart Square, the core of the ancient town center, hosts a number of historical and cultural events. The Chocolate Festival is by far the most important yearly event in Radovljica. Every April, chocolatiers from Slovenia and neighboring countries gather to showcase their chocolate, goods, and cuisines.

After seeing Radovljica, continue your journey through the Karavanke mountains to Begunje, the birthplace of Slavko Avsenik, the legend of Slovene folk music. Begunje is a typical Gorenjska area hamlet that is home to a variety of ancient structures such as the massive Kamen Castle and Katzenstein Mansion, as well as a popular starting place for various hiking paths in the Karavanke mountains.

Location: Slovenia