8 - day  hiking package on Šenk's homestead - less demanding hikes

8 days / 7 nights, peaks with amazing views and other tourist pearls of Jezersko

The Valley of Jezersko is a truly unique alpine paradise, surrounded by the Kamnik-Savinja Alps and the Karawanken. With everything Jezersko has to offer, it won't disappoint even hikers with the highest expectations. Terrains are suitable for everyone: from beginners to experienced hikers and alpinists. All true mountain spirits will find something for themselves. Jezersko offers an unforgettable experience in all seasons. Spring takes our breath away with magnificent colours of blooming meadows. In summer we enjoy the smell of freshly dried hay. Autumn is always unique when the whole Valley turns into a canvas full of numerous shades of brown, red and yellow. And in winter the whole Valley becomes like a giant white coat evoking special feelings in everyone who has an opportunity to experience this breathtaking winter beauty.

- Every single peak offers unique views over the Kamnik-Savinja Alps and the Karawanken.

- Moments in mountain huts, with a cup of delicious homemade tea, make you feel at home.

- Sunrises and sunsets in the mountains are a special and unforgettable experience.

Day 1: Šenk homestead

In the afternoon we expect you on Šenk homestead. After the check-in, you will settle in your room/apartment or set up your tent. You can spend the rest of the afternoon actively and visit some of the most popular spots of Jezersko. Not far from our homestead there is a church of St. Andrew. From the church, you just follow the main road and after a couple of minutes of walk, you will come to the mineral water spring (Jezerska slatina) that is known near and far. The mineral water contains a lot of magnesium and is highly recommended to those with cardiovascular diseases. Return to the main road and continue straight forward. You will see a crossroads and a sign for Lake Planšar (Planšarsko jezero). At the crossroads, turn left and the road will lead to this lovely heart-shaped lake, the most visited spot of Jezersko. Passing the Lake you will find yourself in the part of Jezersko, called Siberia (Sibirija). When you arrive at the beginning of the Ravenska Kočna thematic path, turn left and continue towards farms Kropivnik and Jenk. A part of farm Jenk is also a majestic 500-years old building named Jenk's barracks (Jenkova kasarna), now an ethnographic museum. Right after Jenk farm turn left and you are back at Šenk homestead. At your request, we can serve you a delicious dinner. Overnight stay.

Circular trail
Trail distance: 5 km
Estimated walking time: 1.5 h
Altitude difference: 50 m

Day 2: Šenk homestead – Mountain pass Jezerski vrh (Seeberg saddle) – Mt. Pristovški Storžič – Mountain pass Jezerski vrh (Seeberg saddle) – Šenk homestead

Your day starts with a hearty breakfast. The most enthusiastic hikers can start their hike right at our homestead. Pass our camp and continue to the main road where you turn right and continue to pass Jezerski vrh. All those little less enthusiastic hikers can drive to the pass and park there. The trail is very well marked (just follow signs in colours of the Austrian flag – red and white). For the ascent, you can choose a shorter, but a bit more demanding trail that starts at the forest road and then leads you across a meadow and along the ridge to the north-western side of the mountain. Some parts of the trail are a bit exposed and require more caution. At the top of Mt. Pristovški Storžič stands a big iron cross. The view from the top is splendid: You can see all over the Valley of Jezersko, neighbouring Austria (Kärnten), the Karawanken and even the Julian Alps. For your descent, you can take the same trail or choose another, less demanding trail (past »Pastirkov vrh« and »Skalarjeva planina«). Return to Šenk homestead. You can spend your afternoon resting or take a short walk. At your request, we can serve you dinner (at 6 p. m.). Overnight stay.

Trail length: 1.8 km
Estimated hiking time: 0.5 h
Altitude difference: 220 m

Hike from the Jezerski vrh pass to Mt. Pristovški Storžič
Trail length: 3.8 km
Estimated hiking time: 1.5 h
Altitude difference: 550 m

Day 3: Šenk homestead – the Češka koča mountain hut – (Vratca) – Šenk homestead

Your day starts with a hearty breakfast. After breakfast, it is time for one of the most popular hikes, a hike to the Češka koča mountain hut, a 120-year old beauty in the Kamnik-Savinja Alp. You can start your hike right at our farm (the trail leads you past farms Jenk and Kropivnik and along the Ravenska Kočna Theme Path) or you can drive to the parking lot in the Ravenska Kočna Valley. Several trails lead to Češka koča. The most popular one leads past the Štularjeva planina pasture mountain. When you go past the Štularjeva planina trail becomes a bit narrower and more demanding. There are also some steel ropes for your safety and also a short wooden ladder. When you go past »Mrzla dolina« (cold Valley), Češka koča is just a couple of steps away. Enjoy beautiful views and treat yourself to a cup of hot tea and some delicious homemade dishes that are served in the hut. All of you who want some more adrenaline can ascent to the nearby viewpoint Vratca. From Češka koča ascent to Kamplejc (the biggest boulder around) and there turn right. Continue across the scree and enter a very narrow part of the trail between Vratca and Zeleni kup. The terrain is very crumbling and this part of the trail is equipped with steel ropes. When you reach the top, you will be blown away by the magnificent view over the Makekova and Ravenska Kočna Valleys. For descent use the same trail and return to the Valley. Spend your afternoon resting and relaxing. At your request, we can serve you dinner. Overnight stay.

Hike from Šenk homestead to the parking lot in the Ravenska Kočna Valley
Trail length: 3.5 km
Estimated hiking time: 45 min
Hike from the parking lot to the Češka koča mountain hut
Trail length: 3.3 km
Estimated hiking time: 1 h 45 min
Altitude difference: 530 m

Hike from the Češka koča mountain hut to the Vratca viewpoint
Trail length: 0.9 km
Estimated hiking time: 45 min
Altitude difference: 260 m

Day 4: Šenk homestead –Virnikov Grintovec – Šenk homestead

After a hearty breakfast, you can walk to the centre of Zgornje Jezersko or go there by car (you can park in the parking lot right next to the municipality building). Mountain Virnikov Grintovec, together with mountains Pristovški Storžič and Stegovnik, are remains of a 250 million years old coral reef. In this area, we can find the oldest and the youngest rocks on Slovenian territory. Your hike to mountain Virnikov Grintovec starts at the Parish church of St. Oswald. A marked trail leads you to farm Žmitek, past mountain Žmitkov Špic, to the Žingerc pass. Soon you reach a little bit exposed ridge that offers beautiful views. At the top of Mt. Virnikov Grinotovec take a rest and return to the Valley. Spend the rest of the day relaxing. At your request, we can serve you dinner. Overnight stay.

Hike from Šenk homestead to the centre of Zgornje Jezersko
Trail length: 3 km
Estimated hiking time: 30 min
Altitude difference: 0 m

Hike from the centre of Zgornje Jezersko to Virnikov Grintovec
Trail length: 4 km
Estimated hiking time: 2 h
Altitude difference: 750 m

Day 5: Šenk homestead - the centre of Zgornje Jezersko (the old church of St Oswald) – Šenk homestead

Your day starts with a hearty breakfast. After three days in the mountains, it is time to take a day off and rest a little bit. You can grab a good book (ask our staff), enjoy a board game or simply take some time to relax. In the afternoon take a walk to Lake Planšar and continue to the centre of Zgornje Jezersko. In the centre of the village, there is a small grocery store, pizzeria, hotel Vila Planinka, the parish church of St. Oswald. From the centre of the village, you can take a walk to the old church of St Oswald that offers s splendid view over the Kamnik-Savinja Alps. You can also arrange a cheese tasting at farm Karničar or enjoy delicious pizza and coffee at pizzeria Kočna. Return to Šenk homestead. Dinner (at your prior request). Overnight stay.

Hike from Šenk homestead to the old church of St Oswald
Trail length: 3.8 km
Estimated hiking time: 45 min
Altitude difference: 70 m

Day 6: Šenk homestead – Goli vrh – Šenk homestead

Enjoy your breakfast at Šenk homestead. After breakfast, you can take a walk along the Ravenska Kočna Theme Path to the parking lot in the Valley or go there by car. From the parking, lot turn left and you can start your ascent to Goli vrh. The trail can be a bit steep from time to time, but it is very safe. Most of the time you will be hiking in the shadow of the forest, which is an additional plus. After an hour of hike, you reach the Jenkova planina highland. Goli vrh is right in front of you. Another steep ascent and you are at the top. The peak offers beautiful views over the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, the whole Valley of Jezersko, the Karawanken, and, if the weather is really clear, you can also see Triglav, the highest mountain in Slovenia. Enjoy your view and have a snack. You might also enjoy company from our sheep that spend their summer pasture here. Return to the Valley. Enjoy your easy afternoon. Dinner (at your prior request). Overnight stay. You can also pamper yourself with a relaxing massage and sauna.

Hike from Šenk homestead to the parking lot in the Ravenska Kočna Valley
Trail length: 3.5 km
Estimated hiking time: 45 min
Altitude difference: 110 m

Hike from the parking lot to Goli vrh
Trail length: 3.3 km
Estimated hiking time: 2 h
Altitude difference: 790 m

Day 7: Šenk homestead – the Kališče mountain lodge – (Mt. Storžič -) Šenk homestead

After the breakfast drive towards Preddvor and Kranj. When you arrive in Spodnje Jezersko, right before Pension Kanonir you turn right and go straight to Dol. At the crossroads, follow the road that leads to Podstoržič. There is a small parking lot. Follow the signs for Mt. Storžič. After a hike through the forest, you arrive at Bašeljsko sedlo. From there follow the signs for the Kališče mountain lodge (Dom na Kališču). There you can get a snack and some warm tea and enjoy a beautiful view. All of you, who want some more hiking adventures, can continue your hike to Mt. Storžič. You return to Bašeljsko sedlo and then ascent to the top of Storžič. Return to the Valley and then a drive to Šenk homestead. Dinner (at your prior request). Overnight stay.

Hike from Podstoržič to the Kališče mountain lodge
Trail length: 9 km
Estimated hiking time: 2 h 15 min
Altitude difference: 810 m

Hike from Bašeljsko sedlo to Mt. Storžič
Trail length: 2 km
Estimated hiking time: 45 min
Altitude difference: 530 m

Day 8: Šenk homestead - Veliki vrh – Return home

The last breakfast at Šenk homestead. It is a time to say goodbye! We will be happy to host you again next year. Leave Šenk homestead and drive to the centre of the village and park next to the municipality building. Right before the school building, turn left. Cross the bridge and continue on a paved road that after a while becomes a gravel forest road. You will be able to see the former ski slope. After approximately two kilometres of the hike, you will reach a turn for Veliki vrh. A narrow marked trail leads you to the Mlinar pass. The last part of the trail is steeper, but the view at the top is worth your effort. Return to the Valley. Goodbye, Jezersko!

Hike from the centre of Zgornje Jezersko to Veliki vrh
Trail length: 5 km
Estimated hiking time: 2 h
Altitude difference: 840 m

PRICE PER PERSON IN DOUBLE ROOM: FROM 390 EUR

Price includes:
- 7x homemade breakfast,
- welcome package,
- free parking,
- free Wi-Fi,
- booklet Jezersko Mountain Trail,
- map of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps.

Supplements:
- tourist tax for adults: 2 EUR / person / day
- single bed room: 30 %
- room upgrade: As on pricelist

Discounts:
- children 2 ̶ 12 years: 50 %
- private sauna use: 10 %
- mountain bike rental: 10 %
- 4-course traditional dinner: 30 EUR