Green Karst

Janja Urbiha, Kozarka, is a local tourist guide with a license to guide in Notranjska, the land of the Green Karst, which connects Ilirska Bistrica, Pivka, Postojna, Cerknica, Bloke and Loška dolina with her offer.

Notranjska is a wooded, sparsely populated land with a rich natural and cultural heritage, full of interesting and unforgettable stories, where you can also find secluded and peaceful corners full of inspiration.

He is happy to present his native places to you through stories in the native dialect.

Snežnik Castle with a park, Babno Polje - Slovenian Siberia, Loška Valley - the land of stilts, Bloke - the cradle of skiing, the mysterious Cerkniško Lake, natural bridges in Rakov Škocjan, Postojna Cave, Predjam Castle, Pivsk Military History Park, Prem Castle, Ecomuseum of Pivsk Intermittent Lakes are just some of the more visible pearls that impress with their image, experiences and stories...

But if you are looking for something more authentic, homely and with character, then her SNOWMAN STORIES will be right for you:

FLOATING TREES - 1-hour walk among the unique snow-lined tree-lined streets

On a pleasant walk under the mighty canopies of linden, chestnut and oak trees, you can feel the atmosphere of the last princely family that lived at Snežnik Castle. You can listen to the castle stories in the authentic local dialect.

IN THE SHADOW OF THE CASTLE - 2-hour walk through the castle park

A walk through the mysterious castle park and the often flooded villages of Šmarata and Kozarišče, whose past is richly intertwined with the history of Snežnik Castle, can pleasantly surprise you.

A WALK WITH COUNTESS GRETA - 1 hour in eminent company

A unique opportunity to get to know the castle's surroundings in the company of Countess Greta, who will take you back to her time, when the Sněniší hunting manor was in its heyday.
Greta or Margareta Schollmayer lived and worked around 1900. She was the daughter of the manager of the Snežnik estate, Mr. Henrik Schollmyer, the castle chronicler and historian. Greta ran a girls' school in the neighboring village of Koča, edited her father's notes and was friends with Oton Župančič.

LOŠKA VALLEY THROUGH THE EYES OF AN ARTIST - 2 or 3-hour literary walk

A walk with an interpretation of the works of famous Slovenian artists. You can choose between the poet Oton Župančič, the writer Luiza Pesjakova or the local literary creator Matevž Hacet (adjusted according to your interest and available time).

WHEN THE LINDS ARE SPEAKING - 3 or 4-hour walk with lunch (depending on the agreement and your available time)

Here you get to know the Loška Valley through the stories that the linden trees, these versatile trees, have guarded in their crowns for centuries. You will come to know the lime tree as a place for socializing, a symbol of Slovenianness, as indispensable in cuisine, medicine, in songs, proverbs...Even the wild food served for lunch will taste good in the shade of the mighty lime tree.

CASTLE WATERS - 4-hour walk with lunch

At the edge of the magnificent Snešnik forests, you will learn about the importance of the mysterious karst water and its various uses over time. Water, as a basic source of life, is absolutely necessary for cooking, washing, watering livestock, irrigation, glassmaking, milling, sawmilling, etc. You can't even prepare delicious home-made breakfasts at Camp Beli Gaber without quality water.

The starting point of all stories is the castle courtyard!

Snežniška presents stories to organized groups (hikes, bus groups...) and also to individuals by temporary agreement. He also has experience in managing people with special needs.

Make an effort so that everyone goes home richer for a new experience and a valuable story from our places.

Languages: Slovenian, local dialect, English, Croatian

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T: +386 31 788 282
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https://kozarka.com/

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