THE STORY OF JEZERSKO 2022

JUNE – SEPTEMBER

It is our identity that we maintain and want to share with you. We have prepared a variety of summer events which present an important link between the past and the present. The events are interesting and suitable for anyone who would like to know more about our history, ethnological heritage, nature, majestic mountains, farms, animals and local cuisine.

You are kindly invited to attend the summer events in Jezersko - join Jezerska štorija 2022!

For more information contact us on gsm: +386 51 219 282 or mail: tic@jezersko.si

We kindly invite you to pre-register to all events in advance.

WEEKLY EVENTS
1st of July to 31st  of August

GUIDED HIKING TOUR TO VIRNIKOV GRINTOVEC

EVERY MONDAY AT 9 A.M. IN FRONT OF THE TIC OFFICE

Join one of our mountain guides for 4-5 hours circuit hike to the mountain Virnikov Grintovec. In the company of a mountain guide We will hike to one of the most beautiful views in Jezersko. The road will lead us by the st. Ožbolt church and farm Žmitek.We will walk on the path through forests to the top of the mountain.

Meeting point: TIC Jezersko, Zgornje Jezersko 57
Trail length: 8,2 km, altitude difference: 760 m, estimated walking time: 4-5 h
Please, pre-register for the event at TIC Jezersko (gsm: +386 51 219 282).
Adults: 10€/person, Children: 5€/person

GUIDED TOUR OF JEZERSKO’S NATURAL  AND CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10 A.M. IN FRONT OF THE TIC OFFICE

We take a walk along the picturesque Jezersko valley and learn more about the area and its attractions.

The path first leads us along the Jezernica creek and past the spring of the healing mineral water which we try straight out of our hands. From here we can already see the church of St. Andrew, which was built on a special location. We go past the church and head towards the century-old Šenk’s homestead, where they specialize in sustainable agritourism. We also visit the building next door which is from the 16th century and hosts the Ethnographic Museum Jenk’s barracks. We make a long panoramic bow and we return past the Planšar lake back to the village center. We are happy to change the trip according to your wishes and together we can also visit other sights of Jezersko valley.

Please, pre-register for the event at TIC Jezersko (gsm: +386 51 219 282).
Adults: 5 €, children: free

SALTING OF SHEEPS IN THE MOUNTAINS

EVERY WEDNESDY AT 9 A.M. ON ŠENK’S HOMESTEAD

At 9 a.m. we will gather on Šenk's homestead from where a famous alpinist and shepherd Drejc Karničar will take us to the salting of sheeps. For the hike you will need hiking shoes and clothes, anorak and water. During the hike Drejc will tell us about shepherd traditions in Jezersko and about jezersko-solčavske sheeps and the meaning of sheep farming today.

On the mountain we will look for a flock of sheep. If you wish you will also be able to feed the sheep with salt from the palm of your hands. After that we will eat a traditional shepherd meal and the return to the valley back to Šenk's homestead, where we will return in the early afternoon hours.

Trail lenght: 4,6km; Altitude difference: 580m; Estimated walking time: 4-5h;

Fourlegged friends should stay at home this time.

Please, pre-register for the event at TIC Jezersko (gsm: +386 51 219 282).

Adults: 10 €/per person, children: 5 €/per person

COOKING »MASUNJEK« ON AN OPEN FIRE

EVERY WENDESDAY AT 9 A.M. AT LAKE PLANŠAR

In the lodge by Lake Planšar we will show you how shepherds in the mountains used to prepare »masunjek«, a dish from cream and buckwheat flour. We will be happy to let you cook, so that in the end you will eat the »masunjek« with even greater respect and enjoyment.

Please, pre-register at least 2 hours before the event at TIC Jezersko office (gsm: +386 51 219 282). The event is carried out for minimum 5 people.

Adults: 5€/per person, Children: free

GUIDED HIKING TOUR TO TRAVERTINE-FORMING SOURCE AND THE VISIT OF SPODNJI VIRNIK HOMESTEAD

EVERY THURSDAY AT 9A.M. IN FRONT OF THE TIC OFFICE

The road wil lead us in the direction of the old st. Ožbolt church which is the oldest building in the village.

After a good hour of walking past the farms with rich tradition and through forest we will arrive at the beautiful natural landmark Traventine-forming source. At the return we will stop at the farm with homemade dairy Spodnji Virnik, where we will be able to do a tasting of their products.

Trail lenght: 7.6km; Altitude difference: 280m; Estimated walking time: 3 h.

Please, pre-register for the event at TIC Jezersko (gsm: +386 51 219 282).

Adults: 10€/per person; Children: 5€/per person

DEMONSTRATION OF THE WOOL PROCCESING AT ŠENK'S HOMESTEAD

EVERY THURSDAY AT 4 P.M. ON ŠENK’S HOMESTEAD

The wool of the native Jezersko-Solčava sheep breed is of high quality and suitable for processing into various products. During the winter, the spinning wheel used to spin and the knitting needles used to dance on the farms. The skilful fingers of the ladies created different products; from socks and sweaters to blankets and small decorative items. On Šenk’s homestead we will show you the almost lost and forgotten tradition and with the help of the local masters, you will be able to become part of it yourself.

Please, pre-register for the event at TIC Jezersko (gsm: +386 51 219 282).

Adults: 5€/per person, Children: free

PLAY "JEZERSKA ŠTORIJA”

FRIDAYS* AT 8 P.M.
*1.7., 15.7., 29.7. and 12.8. (JENK'S BARRACKS);
*8.7., 22.7., 5.8. and 13.8. (outdoor space for events opposite the municipal building, Zg. Jezersko 65)

In the 500-year-old Jenk’s barracks (nowadays the Etnographic museum), you will follow 3 stories from the life of the local men from many years ago. Actors, who are members of the local amateur cast, happily turn into shepherds, horse and cart drivers and other people from our history to show the audience the past life in an authentic dialect of Jezersko. The stories were collected and written by Andrej Karničar in the book Jezerske štorije (Stories of Jezersko).

Please, pre-register for the event at TIC Jezersko (gsm: +386 51 219 282).

Desired voluntary contributions (10€)

 

FILM SHOWS: CINEMA UNDER THE STARS

SATURDAYS AT 9 P.M. AT ŽUPANOV KOT (outdoor space for events opposite the municipal building, Zg. Jezersko 65)*

23.7., 6.8., 13.8., 20.8., 27.8.

In the shelter of beech and spruce trees a natural amphitheatre with the name 'Županov kot' is inviting you in the Saturday summer evenings to adventures with the 7th art. Movie evenings will be diverse and entertaining. You can also bring your own blankets and coats.

*in case of a bad weather the show will be in the Korotan Hall

Desired voluntary contributions (5€), Children: Free

HEALING POWER OF THE FOREST

EVERY SUNDAY AT 3 P.M.. AT PARKING LOT RAVENSKA KOČNA

Take the advantage of pristine forests that surround you and enter it like an openm book of your soul! With our licenced forest bathing guide, you will learn about healing powers of the forest, about the techniques of connecting yourself to the forest, and discover the ways and essence of the grounding. The main purpose of this experience is to show and bring closer the healing power of the forest, to equip visitors with effective tools for better, calmer and more nature - related life.

The forest bathing experience lasts from 60 till 75 minutes. The activity is carried out only in case of dry weather. Meeting point is at the bench at parking lot in Ravenska kočna. The meeting point will be clearly marked. We recommend that visitors park at Planšar lake or in the parking lot at Park Jezersko and walk to the meeting point.

Reservations on: +386 31 426 170 or andreja.kosir@gmail.com or via TIC Jezersko
Adults: 10 €/per person, children: 5 €/per person

THE HOLY MASS

Every Sunday:

· 8 am: St. Ožbolt church

· 10 am: St. Andrej Church

 

INDIVIDUAL EVENTS

SATURDAY, 2ND OF JULY AT 8 P.M.

CONCERT: V ritmu swinga v poletje (with the rythm of Swing into summer)

Location: Županov kot (Outdoor space for events opposite the municipal building, Zg. Jezersko 65) or Korotan hall (in case of a bad weather)

KUD Jezersko and vocal group BeJazzy

SATURDAY, 9TH OF JULY AT 8 P.M.

LITERARY EVENT: Book Presentation: Na Mejl

Location: Županov kot(Outdoor space for events opposite the municipal building, Zg. Jezersko 65)

KUD Jezersko and Iztok Tomazin

SATURDAY, 16TH OF JULY AT 8 P.M.

STORYTELLING- MUSICAL EVENING

Location: Županov kot (Outdoor space for events opposite the municipal building, Zg. Jezersko 65)

KUD Jezersko and Irena Cerar

SATURDAY, 30TH OF JULY AT 9 P.M.

MOVIE: ČEŠKA KOČA

Location: Županov kot (Outdoor space for events opposite the municipal building, Zg. Jezersko 65) or Korotan Hall (in case of a bad weather)

SATURDAY, 30TH OF JULY AT 9 P.M.

OPENING OF THE EXHIBITION AT 30th ANNIVERSARY OF GRS JEZERSKO

Location: Intergenerational centre of Jezersko (Zg. Jezersko 57)

GRS Jezersko

SUNDAY, 14TH OF AUGUST AT 11 A.M.

SHEEP BALL: Oldest Slovenian annual etnographic event