Visit Idrija

Discover the astonishing natural and cultural attractions of the UNESCO Global Geopark Idrija. On hiking or cycling trips through the unspoiled nature of the geopark, get to know the Idrija countryside, see the picturesque water barriers - the claves that reign in the steep gorges of the surrounding rivers, take a walk along the path Idrija naturalists by the mine water channel - Rakah - and experience the mystical atmosphere of the wild lake. Admire the sophistication of the interweaving of thousands of threads of hand-bobbed Idrija lace in the Slovenian capital of bobbin lace. From Idrija, since the end of the 17th century, the skill of designing and making lace works of art spread to the near and far surroundings. Idrija lace is admired all over the world, and its universal value was recognized by its entry on the UNESCO representative list of intangible cultural heritage of humanity. Taste Idrija culinary delicacies created from selected and locally available ingredients. An indispensable part of the catering offer in Idrija is represented by the Idrija žlikrofi: pasta filled with seasoned potato balls with a characteristic shape, which bears the national and European label guaranteed traditional specialty. Smukavc cabbage stew, savory potica ocvirkovca, chives zeljševka, curd prfar štruklji and a sip of geruš, unique wormwood bitters, certainly belong to every Idrija meal. You are welcome!