Velike Lašče: THE TRUBAR TRANSVERSAL (Trekking/gravel)
Active tour in the footsteps of the Slovenian Reformation
Path recap
Get to know the places associated with the life of one of the greatest Slovenians, Primož Trubar, the key figure of the Reformation in Slovenia! Take a cycling tour through the rich cultural and historical heritage of the area of Velike Lašče, which became known as "Slovenian Athens” on account of the Reformation and the men of renown from this area.
Detailed path description
The tour starts at Trubar's Homestead in Rašica, where the information centre of Velike Lašče is. The homestead serves as the venue for a rich cultural programme of events throughout the year.
The route will take you past several local landmarks, including the picturesque Turjak Castle, which has a turbulent history; the village of Gradež, which boasts the only functioning village fruit drying kiln in Slovenia; the roaring Bajdinški slapovi waterfalls, and the Church of St. Kancijan in Škocjan, where Primož Trubar was baptised.
There are a few longer climbs on the tour, but you will be well-rewarded for conquering them with magnificent views. Most of the route runs on paved roads, with some sections on gravel.
You end the tour where you started, at Trubar’s Homestead.
Trubar’s Homestead (Trubarjeva domačija)
Church of St. Kancijana in Škocjan
Trubarjeva krčma inn, Rašica
