The 10 BEST Free Walking Tours in Kranj
Introduction
Are you in search of an off-the-tourist-track location that blends history, culture and nature? Want to know where to go? Try Kranj, Slovenia! Dubbed the “Capital of Slovenian Alps”, Kranj boasts plenty of walking tours that will introduce you to the sprawling heritage and breathtaking compositions of this beautiful city. In this blog post, we will walk you through the best walking tours in Kranj, so you can maximise your visit.
1. Old Town Tour
Your trip around Kranj starts in the quaint Old Town. Begin your tour at Prešeren Square, named after Slovenia’s most famous poet, France Prešeren. Meander the city’s medieval streets, marvel at the conservation of its buildings and breathe the historic air.
Some of the features of our Old Town Tour include:
- Kranj Castle: See the 13th century ancient fortress. From the castle tower’s top, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the city.
- Kržišče: Go to the central square of old town with beautiful town houses, renaissance fountain and church of St. Cantianus.
- Mestni Trg: Stroll around the famous modern town of the main square, with lively boulevards and charming cafes.
- Globus House: Enter this one-of-a-kind museum, tracing the history of photography and print.
2. Cultural Heritage Tour
To learn more about Krki Cultural Heritage Kranj Culture Sprit of a region in action on the Cultural heritage Touro. This tour will show you the city’s principal historical and cultural locations, giving you a greater insight into the city’s past.
The Cultural Heritage Tour includes:
- St. Cantianus’ Church: View the beautiful architecture of this medieval church, famous for its brilliant frescoes and Gothic details.
- Kieselstein Cave: Discover the hidden world of Kranj and discover the city’s geological history and mining past at this amazing cave.
- Gorenjska Museum: Dive right into the local culture, history at this museum with wide range of artifacts.
3. Nature Adventure Tour
For nature enthusiasts, the Nature Adventure Tour is a sanity. Get away from the bustling city and into the untouched nature of Kranj surroundings.
Special activities of th Nature Adventure Tour:
- Jamnik Church: Wander to the famous Church of St. Primus and Felician, positioned on a hill with a stunning sees of the Julian Alps.
- Kamnik-Savinja Alps: Visit the close by Kamnik-Savinja Alps on a day-trip and enjoy awesome treks, lovely lakes and cascading water-falls.
- Trboje Lake: Taste walking around this serene lake, surrounded by canopied trees.
4. Culinary Tour
Trying the local cuisine would not be complete while Kranj is being explored. Join the Culinary Tour and get familiar with traditional Slovenian cuisine and flavours of the region.
On the Culinary Tour you will:
- Explore local markets and discover the typical fresh ingredients of Slovenian kitchen.
- Taste traditional delights, such as potica (a rolled pastry with fillings of one’s choice) and štruklji (rolled dumplings).
- Visit local wineries and taste great Slovenian wines.
- Join hands on cooking classes to learn traditional Slovenian recipes.
Conclusion
Kranj, Slovenië has a lot of walking tours to cater to all interests. Whether you’re an history enthusiast, an nature lover or a foodie, this lovely city has something to everybody. So, put your walking shoes on, discover the undiscovered attraction of Kranj and memories that will last a lifetime.
Don’t forget that in the tourist visitor centres they are happy to help arrange your tours in advance, to dress comfortably and, last but not least, bring your camera to record the beauty of Kranj. Happy walking in Slovenia!
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