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Hike along the Knafelc Trail
The Novo mesto Hiking Association invites you to take part in the 4th hike along the Knafelc Trail, which will take place on Saturday, 28th February 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m.
The hike is dedicated to Alojz Knafelc, the creator of the Slovenian mountain trail marking. At the same time, it is a tribute to our town — Novo mesto and its surroundings — whose beautiful landscape offers a wonderful hiking experience.
DEPARTURE:
At 8:00 a.m. from Rotovž (Town Hall) at Glavni trg, following the Knafelc Trail route.
ROUTE:
We will begin the hike in front of Rotovž (Town Hall, Glavni trg 7) at the Kette Fountain at 8:00 a.m. We will continue past the memorial to Alojz Knafelc on Pugljeva Street and proceed to the pedestrian and cycling footbridge Loka–Kandija, where we will cross the River Krka. The route will then take us to Šmihel and to the birthplace of Alojz Knafelc at Smrečnikova 63, followed by Grm Castle and past the Evangelical Church on Trdinova Street.
At Kandija Bridge, we will be greeted by the monument to Olympic champion Leon Štukelj. We will cross the River Krka again via the Ragovo Bridge and continue towards Stari Grad Castle near Otočec and the Kobila Waterfall, passing Becelet Cave in Zagrad near Otočec. The trail then leads past the vineyard cottage of composer Marjan Kozina. We will ascend to the Church of the Nativity of Mary on Trška Gora (428 m), where a monument to Lojze Slak is located. Passing Slak’s vineyard cottage and the French Wayside Shrine (“plague shrine”) at Mestne njive, we will return to Novo mesto through part of the Kette Tree Avenue. Shortly before the end of the route, a beautiful viewpoint awaits us at the Chapter Church, where a viewing tower is also located.
The hike will last at least 6 hours. At the start of the hike, participants will receive a card for collecting stamps as proof of participation. Those who already have a card from previous years should bring it with them.
RETURN:
We will return by 2:00 p.m.
EQUIPMENT:
Hiking footwear and weather-appropriate clothing. Hiking poles are recommended.
FOOD:
Participants are expected to bring their own food.
INFORMATION:
For further information: Mladen Živković, mobile: +386 41 652 742
Advance registration is required via the phone number above.
GUIDES:
The hike will be led by Mladen Živković and Marko Kunčič.
