Nestled in the northwestern corner of Slovenia, near the village of Kranjska Gora, is a pristine 15-hectare nature reserve called Zelenci, home to a beautiful jade-green lake and countless plants and animal species. Zelenci Nature Reserve is worth visiting in every season, but wintertime is especially beautiful, when everything is covered in snow.
Zelenci is a pristine 15-hectare nature reserve with a very picturesque emerald-green lake that never freezes no matter how cold the winter temperatures are. (photo: Nikola Petkovic, Nixigraphy)
At Zelenci Nature Reserve, water from underground Nadiza Creek re-emerges through the porous bottom of a two-metre-deep lake, whose waters are noted for their deep, brilliant green. The nature reserve is named after this colour (Zelenci is a deadjectival plural noun from Slovene zelen ‘green’). (photo: Nikola Petkovic, Nixigraphy)
Surrounded by the mighty peaks of the Julian Alps, Zelenci is famous for its small boardwalk and observation tower with views over the jade-green lake. (photo: Jerneja Bergoc)
Lake Zelenci never freezes, no matter how cold it gets during brutal winters in northwestern Slovenia. (photo: Jerneja Bergoc)
Lake Zelenci lake stands out with its jade green colour, which is even more noticeable on a sunny winter’s day. (photo: Manca Potocnik)
It is possible to walk around the reserve in about 30 minutes. (photo: Denys Shay)
During a walk, wooden walkways lead through the wetland area and a small lookout tower offers a spectacular view of this beautiful natural wonder. (photo: Denys Shay)
 Kranjska Gora is a beautiful alpine village and the most famous Slovenian ski resort situated on the northern tip of the Triglav National Park in the Slovenian Alps, just a mere 5 minutes by car from both the Italian and Austrian borders. The resort isn’t the largest ski area in Slovenia but it’s the oldest one and one of the prettiest. It’s perfect for families with younger children and also for beginner and intermediate level skiers, with pistes easily accessible directly from the center of Kranjska Gora. |
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 Overall Rating:  09/10 (Highly Recommended)Lake Jasna is a picturesque, small lake with white sand around its rim and the high mountain peaks of the Julian Alps as a dramatic backdrop. It lies just south of the alpine resort of Kranjska Gora. The name 'Jasna' derives from the Slovenian word for 'clear,' and it is quickly apparent how the lake got its name. On a boulder by the lake stands the dark bronze statue of the Zlatorog, or Goldenhorn – the magical stag believed to guard the ridges around the lake. |
 Overall Rating: 09/10 (Highly Recommended)Tucked into the far northwestern corner of Slovenia, only 3 kilometres west of Kranjska Gora, is a pristine 15-hectare nature reserve called Zelenci, home to a wide range of flora and fauna. The centerpiece of the reserve is a brilliant jade green lake which is filled by spring water emerging from the sand in small jets and is also the source of Slovenia's longest river Sava. |
 Overall Rating: 09/10 (Superb)Kranjska Gora Ski Resort is the most famous Slovenian ski resort located in seven different areas in Kranjska Gora and the surrounding villages in the far northwestern corner of Slovenia, only a stone's throw from both the Italian and Austrian borders and about an hour's drive from the capital, Ljubljana. It has a total of 20 kilometres of ski runs at an elevation between 810 to 1,295 metres. There's also a snow fun park for snowboarders and a lovely sledding area. |
| The accommodation options in Kranjska Gora can be divided into five main categories: hotels, guest houses, B&Bs, self catering apartments and hostels. |
 Although Kranjska Gora is small, you will find a variety of hotels in the village that cater to your needs - from luxury hotels and boutique hotels to a nice choice of affordable 3-star hotels and family hotels. Find out which are the ones that we recommend and why. |
 Kranjska Gora guest houses are an ideal alternative to staying at the hotels in the area. Meals besides breakfast are often available (dinner and/or lunch) usually on request. Many of the services offered at hotels can be expected, such as wake up calls and laundry service. |
 Self-catering apartments in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia are a good option if you are looking for an independent holiday. You will be able to come and go as you please. You will also be able to cook meals for yourself, which can be an economical alternative to eating out. |
 Kranjska Gora bed and breakfasts are based around an old European tradition coupled with a Slovenian Alpine spin. From comfortable beds to delicious breakfasts and relaxing residential settings, staying at a bed and breakfast in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia is the ideal way to truly experience the natural beauty of this alpine village and the surrounding area. |
 Kranjska Gora hostels are a popular option for the budget-minded traveler. Rooms and bathrooms are shared by multiple people which helps keep costs low. In addition to being cheap, hostels in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia provide a highly social atmosphere for fellow travelers to interact with each other. Some hostels have a few private rooms for those who want a little more privacy along with the vibrant social scene. |