Green Karst

The Green Karst destination is known as the cradle of the karst world with world-famous caves, intermittent lakes and primeval forests. The beautiful karst phenomena, the abundance of plants, many species of birds and butterflies, cave animals, game and large carnivores fascinate everyone. Step into a beautiful world of natural wonders, stunning castles and an exciting past.

ToP HIkE DESTINATIoN

sportive hiker easy & family

6 300 km 120 km

 mountain guided  guided  self-guided

DMO Zeleni kras  www.zelenikras.si Prečna ulica 1, SI-6257 Pivka t +386 (0)5 711 22 49, e info@zelenikras.si

Visit intermittent lakes, nature parks and cave systems as part of the Days of the Notranjska Regional Park event.

Try venison dishes and have plum gnocchi in jam sauce if you crave something sweet.

You can also explore the Green Karst by horseback riding, cross-country skiing or rowing on the lakes.

Lake Cerknica

Mašun

Rakov Škocjan

Nanos Snežnik Castle

Via Dinarica Slovenia

Explore the first seven stages of the Via Dinarica. The route runs along the unexplored mountain paths of the Balkans and is considered the most promising new hiking option in Europe.

Designation on the map: 62 Hiking time: 7 days Length: 160 km Difficulty: moderate Elevation gain: 5,089 m Starting point: Nanos GPS coordinates: 45.7722 N, 14.0530 E

Grand krpan Trail

The Grand Krpan Trail is a multi-day adventure for hikers and cyclists of all kinds. It takes you past intermittent lakes, karst caves, castle ruins and preserved mansions.

Designation on the map: 63 Hiking time: 4 days Length: 110 km (circular route) Difficulty: moderate Elevation gain: 1,851 m Starting point: Pivka railway station GPS coordinates: 45.6752 N, 14.1925 E