Municipality of Kamnik

Best things to do in Kamnik

Kamnik's Unmissable Alpine Wonders

Kamnik serves as the primary access point for the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, characterized by the high-mountain plateau of Velika Planina. This area preserves one of Europe’s oldest active shepherd settlements, featuring distinct oval-roofed huts. The list covers the 12th-century ruins of Stari Grad, the glacial valley of Kamniška Bistrica with its limestone gorges, and various alpine lodges. Architectural highlights include the Preskar Museum and the 15th-century Church of St. Primus and Felician, known for its extensive medieval frescoes.

Kamnik's Unmissable Alpine Wonders — Map

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Nihalka na Veliko Planino

This aerial cable car connects the Kamniška Bistrica valley to the Velika Planina plateau. It transports passengers to an altitude of 1,666 meters and is one of the longest single-span cable cars in Europe.

Mikhail.ter / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Velika Planina Resort

A magical valley where tradition is maintained and shepherds herd their sheep. A great place for hiking, cycling and skiing as well.

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Domžalski dom na Mali Planini

A mountain lodge situated at 1,534 meters on the Mala Planina plateau. It provides traditional Slovenian mountain meals and accommodation for hikers exploring the surrounding shepherd settlement.

Sygic Travel User / CC-BY-SA

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Veliki Predoselj

The narrowest part of the Kamniška Bistrica river gorge. The limestone walls rise up to 30 meters high, featuring a natural stone bridge and deep pools carved by the river.

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Preskarjeva bajta stan

A museum housed in a traditional oval-shaped shepherd's hut. It showcases the original interior, tools, and heritage of the Velika Planina shepherds, including the history of Trnič cheese production.

Johann Weikhard von Valvasor / Public domain

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Stari grad

12th-century castle ruins located on Krniška gora hill. The site offers views of the town and the Alps, featuring informational panels about the fortification's medieval history.

Lacen / CC BY 2.5

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Kamnik Saddle Lodge

The Kamnik Saddle Lodge is a mountain hostel located just below Kamnik Saddle, with Mount Brana to its west and Mount Planjava to its east,…

konjar.luka / CC-BY-SA

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Slap Orličje (Orglice)

A 40-meter waterfall located in the Kamniška Bela valley. Reached via a forest trail, its name refers to the harmonica-like sound the water makes during lower flow periods.

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Kamniška Bistrica

The primary bus terminus in the valley, located near the source of the Kamniška Bistrica River. It serves as the main trailhead for ascents into the central Kamnik-Savinja Alps.

pskusek / Public domain

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Cerkev Svetega Primoža in Felicijana

A 15th-century pilgrimage church located on a hill above Stahovica. It is noted for its well-preserved late Gothic frescoes, including depictions of the Journey of the Magi.

Unknown / Public domain

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Krvavec Resort

The Krvavec Ski Resort is the second-largest Slovenian ski resort, located in the Municipality of Cerklje na Gorenjskem in the…

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Kolovec

Kolovec is a settlement northeast of Domžale in the Upper Carniola region of Slovenia.

konjar.luka / CC-BY-SA

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Kapela Lurške Marije

A small chapel built into a rock alcove near the source of the Kamniška Bistrica river. It serves as a site of local religious significance within the glacial valley.