About this walking tour
Let’s take a stroll around the peaceful artificial lake and talk about the splendor of iron age city and other traces time left in this settlement.
- a walk around Most na Soči
- learn interesting facts from various time periods, lots of visuals fo better immersion
From Bronze age first settlement to Iron age powerhouse
We start our tour on the confluence of Idrijca and Tolminka river, where Bronze age settlement was built. The settlement then grew into an Iron age powerhouse – it was bigger than the settlement today. This is one of the most important prehistoric sites in Europe – the finds here are named Sveta Lucija culture.
The remains of a Roman outpost
Because of its strategic location Romans also settled here – learn why they settled here and see the foundations of various roman houses while walking around Most na Soči.
The making of the artificial lake
Artificial lake was made in the times of Yugoslavia – you will learn what is its purpose, how the area looked before and what is its significance for local. Oh, and did you know that around the same time also the settlement’s name was changed because the government didn’t like religious sounding names? But that’s just the latest name change, through the centuries it changed its name (at least) 5 times…
Vibrant and rebellious legacy of Tone Kralj
Tone Kralj was an artist who did a lot of church renovations and paintings after WWI – and and because of the fascist oppression, he often hid some criticism of the regime in his paintings and tried to give Slovenes hope for a better tomorrow. We will admire his work in St. Lucy’s church and try to find some of these hidden symbols.
About this walking tour
Let’s take a stroll around the peaceful artificial lake and talk about the splendor of iron age city and other traces time left in this settlement.
- a walk around Most na Soči
- learn interesting facts from various time periods, lots of visuals fo better immersion
From Bronze age first settlement to Iron age powerhouse
We start our tour on the confluence of Idrijca and Tolminka river, where Bronze age settlement was built. The settlement then grew into an Iron age powerhouse – it was bigger than the settlement today. This is one of the most important prehistoric sites in Europe – the finds here are named Sveta Lucija culture.
The remains of a Roman outpost
Because of its strategic location Romans also settled here – learn why they settled here and see the foundations of various roman houses while walking around Most na Soči.
The making of the artificial lake
Artificial lake was made in the times of Yugoslavia – you will learn what is its purpose, how the area looked before and what is its significance for local. Oh, and did you know that around the same time also the settlement’s name was changed because the government didn’t like religious sounding names? But that’s just the latest name change, through the centuries it changed its name (at least) 5 times…
Vibrant and rebellious legacy of Tone Kralj
Tone Kralj was an artist who did a lot of church renovations and paintings after WWI – and and because of the fascist oppression, he often hid some criticism of the regime in his paintings and tried to give Slovenes hope for a better tomorrow. We will admire his work in St. Lucy’s church and try to find some of these hidden symbols.
Escort while discovering the region
Let me be your guide while you’re discovering our picturesque region – let me tell you some interesting facts while you’re admiring the stunning views and enjoying delicious local food and wines.
- whole-day escort
- relaxed and fun atmosphere while discovering the region
- help with the organization – contacts for wine makers, restaurants… (paid 30 € extra)
- complete customization to your wishes
Most popular route for groups:
- ascend the viewing tower Gonjače – views from Adriatic sea to Julian Alps, from Slovenia to Italy
- guided tour of Šmartno – from a mighty fortress to an idyllic village today
- lunch in chosen restaurant
- scenic drive through the picturesque landscape (see Dobrovo castle, Medana with its cultural heritage, Gredič manor)
- guided tour of Vila Vipolže, most beautiful renaissance villa in Slovenia
- see local wine cellar and taste local wines
About the tour
Admire the breath-taking view from the Adriatic sea to the Julian Alps and after take a stroll through fortified village Šmartno and breath in its rich history and vibrant streets.
If you need a transfer from another location, I will gladly come pick you up and keep you company on the way to our wonderful Goriška Brda region. For prices and availability check here.
- what can be seen from the top of the viewing tower
- drive or a leaisurely stroll towards Šmartno
- walking tour through history of Šmartno – from Roman times until the vibrant life today
- taking photos in wonderful spots along the way
Ascent to the top of the viewing tower
Learn about the main sights in Goriška region and farther, admire the view from the sea to the mountains and the confluence of wine regions on both sides of the border. Learn about our region and what we are most known for while seeing it all from up top.
A stroll to Šmartno (recommended)
Let’s take a leisurely walk through the vineyards toward Šmartno and admire nice vistas of Šmartno and the most of the region all the way. If you do/can not want to walk, I can also do a transfer, no additional fee.
A walk through time in Šmartno
We will start with the small Roman fortress and then slowly move through time and see how Šmartno as we see it today came to be. From turbulent times of Habsburg-Venetian wars to peaceful time of koloni until around a century ago, when both world wars and natural disaster really did a number on Šmartno… we will conclude on a positive note by recounting Šmartno’s renovation and its lively daily life and immense charm today.
About the tour
Admire the breath-taking view from the Adriatic sea to the Julian Alps and after take a stroll through fortified village Šmartno and breath in its rich history and vibrant streets.
If you need a transfer from another location, I will gladly come pick you up and keep you company on the way to our wonderful Goriška Brda region. For prices and availability check here.
- what can be seen from the top of the viewing tower
- drive or a leaisurely stroll towards Šmartno
- walking tour through history of Šmartno – from Roman times until the vibrant life today
- taking photos in wonderful spots along the way
Ascent to the top of the viewing tower
Learn about the main sights in Goriška region and farther, admire the view from the sea to the mountains and the confluence of wine regions on both sides of the border. Learn about our region and what we are most known for while seeing it all from up top.
A stroll to Šmartno (recommended)
Let’s take a leisurely walk through the vineyards toward Šmartno and admire nice vistas of Šmartno and the most of the region all the way. If you do/can not want to walk, I can also do a transfer, no additional fee.
A walk through time in Šmartno
We will start with the small Roman fortress and then slowly move through time and see how Šmartno as we see it today came to be. From turbulent times of Habsburg-Venetian wars to peaceful time of koloni until around a century ago, when both world wars and natural disaster really did a number on Šmartno… we will conclude on a positive note by recounting Šmartno’s renovation and its lively daily life and immense charm today.
About the tour
Admire the breath-taking view from the Adriatic sea to the Julian Alps and after take a stroll through fortified village Šmartno and breath in its rich history and vibrant streets.
If you need a transfer from another location, I will gladly come pick you up and keep you company on the way to our wonderful Goriška Brda region. For prices and availability check here.
- what can be seen from the top of the viewing tower
- drive or a leaisurely stroll towards Šmartno
- walking tour through history of Šmartno – from Roman times until the vibrant life today
- taking photos in wonderful spots along the way
Ascent to the top of the viewing tower
Learn about the main sights in Goriška region and farther, admire the view from the sea to the mountains and the confluence of wine regions on both sides of the border. Learn about our region and what we are most known for while seeing it all from up top.
A stroll to Šmartno (recommended)
Let’s take a leisurely walk through the vineyards toward Šmartno and admire nice vistas of Šmartno and the most of the region all the way. If you do/can not want to walk, I can also do a transfer, no additional fee.
A walk through time in Šmartno
We will start with the small Roman fortress and then slowly move through time and see how Šmartno as we see it today came to be. From turbulent times of Habsburg-Venetian wars to peaceful time of koloni until around a century ago, when both world wars and natural disaster really did a number on Šmartno… we will conclude on a positive note by recounting Šmartno’s renovation and its lively daily life and immense charm today.
About this walking tour
Why was Castra here and how did Romans shape this valley? Why was this the centre of industrialisation in the wider region and what role did Ajdovščina play in Slovenia’s independence? Learn this and many more interesting facts on the walking tour of Ajdovščina!
- leisurely stroll around Ajdovščina city centre
- visit to a local souvenir shop
Remains of Roman fortress Castra
We’ll take a walk outside and inside of the walls of this formidable fortress and learn about why it was built here, how it functioned and looked like and how daily life of a Roman soldier in it was like. Did you know its walls gave the name to the city many centuries after the fortress was abandoned?
Industrial powerhouse in the past and now
The driving forces of the early industry were a strong water flow, proximity to natural resources and a central location along important roads – Ajdovščina ticks all these boxes. It all started 400 years ago with ironworks by Hubelj spring, but it really picked up in the second half of 18th century when a paper mill was founded on the banks of Hubely river and then more and more industrial plants started to pop up. Learn about those and their legacy we can still see in the city’s economy today.
Traces left by the the Habsburg’s empire
From how German almost exterminated the use of Slovene language in the 18th century to being the hinterland of Soča front – being part of the Habsburg empire has left a permanent mark on this city.
Cradle of Slovenia’s independence
After the repressive Italian fascism regime in between the world wars the first Slovenian government was formed right here in Ajdovščina – the hall where this historic event took place is still in use today
About the walking tour
Take a walk through time and place with a photo story about the building of Nova Gorica, the youngest city in Slovenia.
- leisurely stroll through the city and see its main sights
- compare the views now and while the city was in various phases of being built up with the help of many photos
- visit local souvenir shop and TIC
Conceptual design of the city – and how it actually turned out
The tour starts by the model of the city – who made it and why wasn’t it built in such a manner? We will walk around the city centre – which ironically wasn’t even supposed to be there – and see which parts were built as planned and which strayed from the original plan.
The city of monuments
Nova Gorica is full of many public monuments – on our way you will see only a small fraction of them. Most of them are dedicated to renowned men and women of surrounding area. Worth mentioning is the Icarus and its connection to aviation inovation. Hint: you will also be able to see a working replica of a plane that made history!
Designed as administrative and economic center from the start
Which were the first companies that drove the young city’s economy? Which have stood the test of time and which didn’t? See the impact of HIT on the region as a whole and learn why gambling developed here and why it’s so important even today.
About the walking tour
Take a walk through time and place with a photo story about the building of Nova Gorica, the youngest city in Slovenia.
- leisurely stroll through the city and see its main sights
- compare the views now and while the city was in various phases of being built up with the help of many photos
- visit local souvenir shop and TIC
Conceptual design of the city – and how it actually turned out
The tour starts by the model of the city – who made it and why wasn’t it built in such a manner? We will walk around the city centre – which ironically wasn’t even supposed to be there – and see which parts were built as planned and which strayed from the original plan.
The city of monuments
Nova Gorica is full of many public monuments – on our way you will see only a small fraction of them. Most of them are dedicated to renowned men and women of surrounding area. Worth mentioning is the Icarus and its connection to aviation inovation. Hint: you will also be able to see a working replica of a plane that made history!
Designed as administrative and economic center from the start
Which were the first companies that drove the young city’s economy? Which have stood the test of time and which didn’t? See the impact of HIT on the region as a whole and learn why gambling developed here and why it’s so important even today.
About the walking tour
Take a walk through time and place with a photo story about the building of Nova Gorica, the youngest city in Slovenia.
- leisurely stroll through the city and see its main sights
- compare the views now and while the city was in various phases of being built up with the help of many photos
- visit local souvenir shop and TIC
Conceptual design of the city – and how it actually turned out
The tour starts by the model of the city – who made it and why wasn’t it built in such a manner? We will walk around the city centre – which ironically wasn’t even supposed to be there – and see which parts were built as planned and which strayed from the original plan.
The city of monuments
Nova Gorica is full of many public monuments – on our way you will see only a small fraction of them. Most of them are dedicated to renowned men and women of surrounding area. Worth mentioning is the Icarus and its connection to aviation inovation. Hint: you will also be able to see a working replica of a plane that made history!
Designed as administrative and economic center from the start
Which were the first companies that drove the young city’s economy? Which have stood the test of time and which didn’t? See the impact of HIT on the region as a whole and learn why gambling developed here and why it’s so important even today.
