The Educational Trail Oplotnica Gorge

The Oplotnica Gorge is a narrow gorge with a lively stream which hides one of the most beautiful educational trails near and far.

Information:

TIC Oplotnica

Goriška cesta 4

2317 Oplotnica

 

T: +386 (0) 2 845 09 15

E: turizem@oplotnica.si

 

 

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The lively Oplotnica stream cut a deep riverbed into the gorge, which the locals have always called »vintgar«. The educational trail leads along the wooden steps, bridges and forest paths above and along the shimmering water, which effervescently thunders through the clear pools. The power of the stream once powered more than 30 mills and sawmills around Oplotnica, and on your journey you will discover quite a few remains. Stop at the beautifully maintained clearing with benches and absorb the energy of nature around you. And pay attention, the rapids have created the rocks of beautiful shapes.

 

First possibility:

Starting point: Castle yard in Oplotnica

Length: 3 km

Hiking time: 1 hour (circular trail)

Difficulty: easy

 

Second possibility:

Starting point: Javornik's bend

Length: 2 km

Hiking time: 45 minutes (circular trail)

Difficulty: easy

 

Points of interest: a mighty natural stone turtle, remains of mills and sawmills, beautiful gorge, waterfalls and rapids