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Museums and Galleries in Radovljica and the Surroundings

 

History, culture, ethnology, art, music and technology

Learn something new or find inspiration in the rich cultural heritage that is revealed by museums and galleries. From the biggest collection of painted beehive panels to modern art exhibitions. From simple Kropa nails to nativity scenes from all over the world. From reminders of village life in the past, to the world-renowned musical phenomen of the Avsenik Brothers. All of this can be found in Radovljica and its surroundings.

 

Fourteen museums and museum collections open their doors to visitors. Pay a visit and learn something new!

 

Current opening hours are listed HERE.

 

With its modern exhibition, the Museum of Apiculture reveals the exceptional world of the Carniolan grey bee and Slovenian beekeeping. The exhibition brings together the legacy of world-famous beekeepers and reminds us of the importance of preserving bees and a healthy environment for them.

A new museum in the old town centre of Radovljica that tells a tale about pharmacy and alchemy through exceptional objects from all over the world.

A visit to the Elan Alpine Skiing Museum is an experience for the whole family. In addition to an insight into the development of Elan skis, it also offers interactive exhibits.

Kropa Iron Forging Museum

The history of iron forging particularly comes to life through numerous models which will be set in motion just for you.

 

Lectar Workshop and Museum, Radovljica

A workshop and museum, full of delicious smells of honeybread, and where every day decorative honeybread products are made.

The entrance into the museum

Find out about the beginnings of Slovenian popular folk music and listen to hits by the Avsenik Ensemble.

The Municipal Museum, Radovljica

Find out why the 18th century was a breakthrough year for the development of Slovenianism and Slovenian theatre.

Exhibition in Å ivec House

The Šivec House gallery is the ideal place for all art lovers. In addition to hosting art exhibitions, the house itself is of interest due to its rich interior and exterior architectural features.

Magušar's House and the Manfaktura pottery workshop and shop, located in Radovljica's old town, offer an insight into Slovenia's pottery tradition as well as contemporary methods of producing pottery.

Life in the past

Old objects that were used by village ancestors tell a story about this Slovenian village.

Former prisoners' cells

A dark story of the second world war. The former prisoners cells in the Gestapo prison have been turned into a memorial museum

A demonstration of nail forging

You will be fascinated by the preserved foundry for the hand forging of nails, the only of its type in Slovenia.

The view from the Sextons' Museum House

In the 200-year-old house there is a preserved black kitchen and an exhibition about famous villagers and notable sights of interest in Kamna Gorica.

A magical world of nativity scenes that have been gifted to Brezje from all over the world. The museum contains over 500 nativity scenes.

Fovšaritnica Museum House in Kropa

One of the best preserved ironworkers houses in Kropa can be visited by prior arrangement.

In the interior atrium of the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Brezje, a permanent exhibition of the work of the academic painter Nikolaj Mašukov is on view in the wide corridor of the monastery.

Summer Guided Tours

 

21.06.2023 10:45
Every Wednesday

 Visit the picturesque market town of Kropa, known for its blacksmiths and long tradition of iron forging. At Vigenc Vice foundry you can see a live demonstration of iron forging and try your hand at forging nails.

27.07.2022 10:00
Every Thursday

Take a tour of Mošnje accompanied by a local guide.

06.07.2022 16:30
Every Wednesday in July and August.

Guided walk from Radovljica to the old village centre of Kamna Gorica.

19.06.2023 16:00
Every Monday

The famous history of Kamen Castle will be presented to you by a knowledgeable local guide. While exploring the castle ruins and nearby cave archeological sites, you will enjoy wonderful views of the surrounding mountain scenery.

12.07.2022 10:00
Every Tuesday at 10am

Every Tuesday morning Radovljica's Tourist Information Centre invites you to join a guided tour of the old town centre.

 

News & Blog

 

09.01.2024 15:12
Radol'ca

The dates are known of the festivals and other large events that will liven up the year 2024 in Radol’ca. To make sure you don't miss any of them, we suggest that you register for our monthly e-newsletter.

18.10.2023 10:09
A traditional Sunday meal

Sunday is a time for family get-togethers over a delicious Sunday lunch. Read on to find out about a traditional Sunday meal and where it is served in Radovljica and its surroundings.

07.09.2022 14:10
Be aware of your footprint

Below we have put together some simple tips for a sustainable visit to Radovljica.

Local gifts from Radovljica

There is a diverse range of gifts available in Radol'ca. The majority are available in the Radovljica Tourist Information Centre and in the shops in the old town centre, so in this blog, we decided to focus mainly on food-related gifts.

Radovljica on the terraces of the Sava river
The capital of beekeeping and chocolate

Radovljica is the sweetest Slovenian town, also known as the town with the most sun in Gorenjska.

Kamen Castle
The home of popular folk music

Begunje is the birthplace of Slovenian popular folk music and the inspiration for numerous songs by Slavko Avsenik.

Traditional houses by the Kroparica stream
The cradle of Slovenian iron forging

Slovenia's former iron forging centre is tucked away in the lush Lipnica valley and invites you to explore its preserved cultural heritage.

The old village forge
A 'mini Venice' beneath the Jelovica plateau

A picturesque iron forging village beneath the Jelovica plateau with numerous water troughs and small bridges, which has earnt it the name 'Mini Venice'.

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