Guidebook for Matenja Vas

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Guidebook for Matenja Vas

Entertainment & Activities

The tradition of horse breeding and activities connected with horses goes back to 18th century. On the estate visitors can see a herd of icelandic horses (ponies), they can join the riding school and different workshops. There is also an eco-farm, where you can see the cattle of the breed German black angus, a herbal garden or you can get to know the art of falcony. 5min drive
Grad Prestranek, turizem, kmetijstvo in storitve, d.d.,
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The tradition of horse breeding and activities connected with horses goes back to 18th century. On the estate visitors can see a herd of icelandic horses (ponies), they can join the riding school and different workshops. There is also an eco-farm, where you can see the cattle of the breed German black angus, a herbal garden or you can get to know the art of falcony. 5min drive
One of the oldest stud farms in the world and the birthplace of Lipizzaner is in the center of the unique Karst landscape and represents one of the most beautiful natural cultural monuments in Slovenia. This place offers: live performances with horses and the training of Classical Riding School, guided tours of the Stud Farm, carriage rides around the estate, riding courses for adults and pony riding for children. There is also Lipizzaner Museum Lipikum offers in site in the rich history of the stud farm and the Lipizzaner. It is designed in accordance with modern museological principles and enables visitors to obtain information by themselves by means of different interactions. There is also an art gallery with permanent collection of paintings by Avgust Černigoj who left an indelible mark in the history of Slovene fine art. His life and work were closely intertwined with the history of the Karst Littoral region. 30min drive
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Lipica
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One of the oldest stud farms in the world and the birthplace of Lipizzaner is in the center of the unique Karst landscape and represents one of the most beautiful natural cultural monuments in Slovenia. This place offers: live performances with horses and the training of Classical Riding School, guided tours of the Stud Farm, carriage rides around the estate, riding courses for adults and pony riding for children. There is also Lipizzaner Museum Lipikum offers in site in the rich history of the stud farm and the Lipizzaner. It is designed in accordance with modern museological principles and enables visitors to obtain information by themselves by means of different interactions. There is also an art gallery with permanent collection of paintings by Avgust Černigoj who left an indelible mark in the history of Slovene fine art. His life and work were closely intertwined with the history of the Karst Littoral region. 30min drive
Airport Postojna is a small airfield situated 2,7km south west of Postojna. Aeroklub Postojna runs and maintains airport's infrastructure, organises several activities, competitios and events. They offer gliding, motor and also attractive antique airplane flights.g plane. They offer panorama flights as well. 3min drive
Airport Postojna
Airport Postojna is a small airfield situated 2,7km south west of Postojna. Aeroklub Postojna runs and maintains airport's infrastructure, organises several activities, competitios and events. They offer gliding, motor and also attractive antique airplane flights.g plane. They offer panorama flights as well. 3min drive
Bowling available in Bowling Epicenter Postojna. Club is located on the edge of Postojna in the hotel Epicenter. Free car parking for visitors. Open till 22h.
Bowling klub epicenter
10 Kazarje
Bowling available in Bowling Epicenter Postojna. Club is located on the edge of Postojna in the hotel Epicenter. Free car parking for visitors. Open till 22h.
Every year last two weeks in August local Festival Zmaj'ma mlade organizes live concerts, theater plays, live performances, creative and educational workshops for children and adults, and sport events. Most of them for free and also great fun!
Klub študentov občin Postojna in Pivka
14 Vilharjeva ulica
Every year last two weeks in August local Festival Zmaj'ma mlade organizes live concerts, theater plays, live performances, creative and educational workshops for children and adults, and sport events. Most of them for free and also great fun!
Live concerts of alternative music through the year and occasional theater shows.
Zveza društev mladinski center Postojna
14 Vilharjeva ulica
Live concerts of alternative music through the year and occasional theater shows.
Basic an exciting walk among forest where you can test your ingenuity, adventurous spirit and experience one special day. Young and young by heart will get a wonderful forest adventure that is consisted of bridges, ladders, nets, ropes, wires… 78 different and funny barricades. Suitable for children and adults. All that close to Postojna cave.
Pustolovski park Postojna
28 Jamska cesta
Basic an exciting walk among forest where you can test your ingenuity, adventurous spirit and experience one special day. Young and young by heart will get a wonderful forest adventure that is consisted of bridges, ladders, nets, ropes, wires… 78 different and funny barricades. Suitable for children and adults. All that close to Postojna cave.
For adventure heads there is a range of adrenalin activities: zipline, canyoning, rafting, cayak, hydrospeed and mountain biking all in Bovec -one of the most stunning places in Slovenia, only hour and a half away. Suitable for total beginners, brave in their hearts. Great option for one day adventure, life time opportunity. 90min drive
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Soca rafting l.l.c.
2 Ledina
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For adventure heads there is a range of adrenalin activities: zipline, canyoning, rafting, cayak, hydrospeed and mountain biking all in Bovec -one of the most stunning places in Slovenia, only hour and a half away. Suitable for total beginners, brave in their hearts. Great option for one day adventure, life time opportunity. 90min drive

Sightseeing

Predjama Castle is situated in the middle of a towering cliff, a mere 9 km from Postojna Cave. Picturesque, magnificent, defiant, mysterious and impregnable, perched high up in the 123-metre high cliff, for more than 800 years. It impresses visitors with how well the natural cave and the man-made castle walls are interwoven. It is listed among the Guinness World Records as the largest cave castle in the world. In 1986, Predjama Castle was one of the filming locations of the film Armour of God with Jackie Chan in the starring role. Amazing castle to visit. 15min drive.
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Castello di Predjama
1 Predjama
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Predjama Castle is situated in the middle of a towering cliff, a mere 9 km from Postojna Cave. Picturesque, magnificent, defiant, mysterious and impregnable, perched high up in the 123-metre high cliff, for more than 800 years. It impresses visitors with how well the natural cave and the man-made castle walls are interwoven. It is listed among the Guinness World Records as the largest cave castle in the world. In 1986, Predjama Castle was one of the filming locations of the film Armour of God with Jackie Chan in the starring role. Amazing castle to visit. 15min drive.
This romantic castle is one of only two castles in Slovenia whose 19th century interior has been authentically preserved. Situated on magnificent peaceful location with a restaurant close bye.
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Snežnik Castle
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This romantic castle is one of only two castles in Slovenia whose 19th century interior has been authentically preserved. Situated on magnificent peaceful location with a restaurant close bye.

Parks & Nature

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Cerknica lake
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The lake Mola is situated on the banks of the Brkini hills under the village Soze near Ilirska Bistrica. It is four km long. In the heart of the unblemished nature that surrounds it, far away from city jungle it calls you to come visit it. Swimming is possible in summer. The lake offers you the unique and exciting fishing for some first class carps, grass carps, pikes and zanders. On the lake Mola there is also a carp district where we fish only by principle Catch and Release. Close by there is a fishing lodge for cold and warm drinks. 35min drive
Mola
The lake Mola is situated on the banks of the Brkini hills under the village Soze near Ilirska Bistrica. It is four km long. In the heart of the unblemished nature that surrounds it, far away from city jungle it calls you to come visit it. Swimming is possible in summer. The lake offers you the unique and exciting fishing for some first class carps, grass carps, pikes and zanders. On the lake Mola there is also a carp district where we fish only by principle Catch and Release. Close by there is a fishing lodge for cold and warm drinks. 35min drive
Is the highest mountain of Primorska region with 1796 elevation above the sea. Several different trails from moderate to difficult, short or long hikes with a hut on top where hot tea or a meal can be served. Sneznik natural park is a wild area and a botanical reserve rich with rare and protected flowers and animal species with one of the most special flower "planika (silver star)" and brown bear. Impressive hike is rewarded with most stunning views on the top. Starting point is Sviscaki. 1h drive.
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Snežnik
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Is the highest mountain of Primorska region with 1796 elevation above the sea. Several different trails from moderate to difficult, short or long hikes with a hut on top where hot tea or a meal can be served. Sneznik natural park is a wild area and a botanical reserve rich with rare and protected flowers and animal species with one of the most special flower "planika (silver star)" and brown bear. Impressive hike is rewarded with most stunning views on the top. Starting point is Sviscaki. 1h drive.
Moderate loop walk through woodland area including some climbing which is very safe. There are 5 waterfalls in this gorge called Hell on different elevations with a lot of little pockets for rest. Restaurant at the bottom and a free car park. Hidden lovely peace of wonderful nature with refreshing climate in hot summer days. 40 min drive.
Canion Hell
Moderate loop walk through woodland area including some climbing which is very safe. There are 5 waterfalls in this gorge called Hell on different elevations with a lot of little pockets for rest. Restaurant at the bottom and a free car park. Hidden lovely peace of wonderful nature with refreshing climate in hot summer days. 40 min drive.
Is a large karst plateau with the highest peak Suhi vrh (Dry Peak) on the 1313 meters above sea level. this hill offers moderate to difficult hikes. In fine weather, beautiful views will open from the top in direction of the Slovenian Alps and the Snežnik mountin. There is the Vojko cabin on top offering warm drinks and meals, open every day in summer months. Only 15 minutes drive by car.
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Nanos
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Is a large karst plateau with the highest peak Suhi vrh (Dry Peak) on the 1313 meters above sea level. this hill offers moderate to difficult hikes. In fine weather, beautiful views will open from the top in direction of the Slovenian Alps and the Snežnik mountin. There is the Vojko cabin on top offering warm drinks and meals, open every day in summer months. Only 15 minutes drive by car.
Mašun lies 1025 m above the sea level in a wonderful environment of the Snežnik woodland. This is the crossroads between the municipalities Ilirska Bistrica, Cerknica, Pivka and the Loška Valley. It used to be a predominantly forester's settlement, however the beauty of the intact nature and clean air attract increasingly more tourists from near and far. The visitors can take a walk along the Mašun forest-learning path, do cycling, or try a more demanding 4-hour ascent to the Snežnik mountain. For those that enjoy winter sports, there is a small skiing place, a sledge track and cross-country tracks. There are also remains of the castle, THE HUNTING MANSION SCHÖNBURG and a restaurant. 40min drive
Forest house Mašun
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Mašun lies 1025 m above the sea level in a wonderful environment of the Snežnik woodland. This is the crossroads between the municipalities Ilirska Bistrica, Cerknica, Pivka and the Loška Valley. It used to be a predominantly forester's settlement, however the beauty of the intact nature and clean air attract increasingly more tourists from near and far. The visitors can take a walk along the Mašun forest-learning path, do cycling, or try a more demanding 4-hour ascent to the Snežnik mountain. For those that enjoy winter sports, there is a small skiing place, a sledge track and cross-country tracks. There are also remains of the castle, THE HUNTING MANSION SCHÖNBURG and a restaurant. 40min drive
Great long or short loop walks in pure nature of regional park with amazing natural Karst phenomenons.- geological formations like natural bridges shaped by a river, arches and caves. This park is one of unique natural treasures and a MUST to visit. Loop walk on well maintained trail takes about 4hours. Accessible by car, 20 min drive. Free of charge.
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Rakov Škocjan
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Great long or short loop walks in pure nature of regional park with amazing natural Karst phenomenons.- geological formations like natural bridges shaped by a river, arches and caves. This park is one of unique natural treasures and a MUST to visit. Loop walk on well maintained trail takes about 4hours. Accessible by car, 20 min drive. Free of charge.
Škocjan Caves system comprises numerous caves and passages, collapse do lines, natural bridges and sinkholes created by the river Reka. Due to its extraordinary underground canyon, basic research on Karst phenomena, rich archaeological heritage and great biodiversity, Škocjan Caves were included in the UNESCO natural and cultural world heritage sites list in 1986 and in 1999 to the Ramsat List of Wetlands in International Importance as an underground wetland site. Škocjan caves are a part of Škocjan Caves Regional Park. Fabulous heritage site to visit located near Divača.
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Grotte di Skocjan
12 Matavun
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Škocjan Caves system comprises numerous caves and passages, collapse do lines, natural bridges and sinkholes created by the river Reka. Due to its extraordinary underground canyon, basic research on Karst phenomena, rich archaeological heritage and great biodiversity, Škocjan Caves were included in the UNESCO natural and cultural world heritage sites list in 1986 and in 1999 to the Ramsat List of Wetlands in International Importance as an underground wetland site. Škocjan caves are a part of Škocjan Caves Regional Park. Fabulous heritage site to visit located near Divača.
The largest cave in the karst region and one of the most interesting of the caves in the whole Europe. Highlights of the cave include the enormous stalactites and stalagmites and the most impressive and extremely rare olm (or white salamanders). Postojna Caves is the only cave where you can experience an exciting train ride through a breathtaking underground landscape 24 km long full of galleries, tunnels and magnificent halls. Must be visited. 5min drive
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Grotta di Postumia
30 Jamska cesta
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The largest cave in the karst region and one of the most interesting of the caves in the whole Europe. Highlights of the cave include the enormous stalactites and stalagmites and the most impressive and extremely rare olm (or white salamanders). Postojna Caves is the only cave where you can experience an exciting train ride through a breathtaking underground landscape 24 km long full of galleries, tunnels and magnificent halls. Must be visited. 5min drive
Križna jama is karst water cave that fascinates the world with great number of lakes and natural dripstone barriers, bone findings of a cave bear and amazing natural preserve. In winter time bats find their shelter in the cave. Križna jama is extremely rich with cave organisms which puts it on the 4th place on the world. Amazing and authentic! 45min drive
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Cross Cave
7 Bloška Polica
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Križna jama is karst water cave that fascinates the world with great number of lakes and natural dripstone barriers, bone findings of a cave bear and amazing natural preserve. In winter time bats find their shelter in the cave. Križna jama is extremely rich with cave organisms which puts it on the 4th place on the world. Amazing and authentic! 45min drive
Pivka region is covered with 17 seasonal lakes. Their mysterious disappearance into the karstic underground world in summer gives way to marvelous meadows covered with fragrant flowers, colorful butterflies and bird songs. The variety of species is very large: 182 plant species, 211 beetle species, 106 species of butterflies and 133 bird species. The area, nature park is also an important habitat for bears, wolves and lynxes. Close to the natural park (30 min walk) there is also a museum -Ecomuseum of the Seasonal Lakes of Pivka that uses interactive and interesting methods to present an area that is one of the most diverse in plant and animal species. Suitable for families, only 10min drive.
Ekomuzej Pivških presihajočih jezer / Ecomuseum of the Seasonal Lakes of Pivka
10 Slovenska vas
Pivka region is covered with 17 seasonal lakes. Their mysterious disappearance into the karstic underground world in summer gives way to marvelous meadows covered with fragrant flowers, colorful butterflies and bird songs. The variety of species is very large: 182 plant species, 211 beetle species, 106 species of butterflies and 133 bird species. The area, nature park is also an important habitat for bears, wolves and lynxes. Close to the natural park (30 min walk) there is also a museum -Ecomuseum of the Seasonal Lakes of Pivka that uses interactive and interesting methods to present an area that is one of the most diverse in plant and animal species. Suitable for families, only 10min drive.

Arts & Culture

Offers a view into the long history of conflict in the region and is based just south of Pivka. On display are extensive collections of artillery and tanks. Paths through the park take in preserved barracks and bunkers including the formidable alpine Wall- an expansive underground fortification built into the hillside by Italian forces in the 1930s. Restaurant offers old traditional meals. 15min drive
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Military History Park
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Offers a view into the long history of conflict in the region and is based just south of Pivka. On display are extensive collections of artillery and tanks. Paths through the park take in preserved barracks and bunkers including the formidable alpine Wall- an expansive underground fortification built into the hillside by Italian forces in the 1930s. Restaurant offers old traditional meals. 15min drive
The Technical Museum of Slovenia holds in trust more than 16,000 objects from various fields of science and engineering. Only a minority of those are displayed in the museum.The main museum collections of the TMS are located in the former Carthusian monastery in Bistra near Vrhnika. A great site to visit in combination with canion Hell located in the near bye area. 35min drive
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Museo della tecnica della Slovenia
6 Bistra
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The Technical Museum of Slovenia holds in trust more than 16,000 objects from various fields of science and engineering. Only a minority of those are displayed in the museum.The main museum collections of the TMS are located in the former Carthusian monastery in Bistra near Vrhnika. A great site to visit in combination with canion Hell located in the near bye area. 35min drive
The Karst itself is a unique phenomenon, and one that finally has its own focused museum exhibition. Through dynamic modern presentations visitors here can explore all aspects of the stoned landscape, from its creation in prehistoric seas to the modern day life. A large part of the exhibition is dedicated to the region's spectacular caves and their fascinating history- how the Slovenian Karst gained worldwide fame and became- karst.
Notranjska museum Postojna
3 Kolodvorska cesta
The Karst itself is a unique phenomenon, and one that finally has its own focused museum exhibition. Through dynamic modern presentations visitors here can explore all aspects of the stoned landscape, from its creation in prehistoric seas to the modern day life. A large part of the exhibition is dedicated to the region's spectacular caves and their fascinating history- how the Slovenian Karst gained worldwide fame and became- karst.