Završnica Lake
| Region | Upper Carniola Statistical Region |
| Starting point | The lake parking lot |
| Route length | 3 km (1.15 miles) |
| route duration | 1 h |
| Best time to visit | All year |
| Appropriate for | Baby Strollers , Baby Carriers , 1-3 years of age , 3-6 years of age , 6+ years of age , Dandy Horses, Bikes |
| Level of difficulty | Easy route |
Route Description
The Završnica Valley (also called Zavrh by the locals for a short period) was formed by the Završnica Stream. The stream has its headwaters in the high mountains between the Begunjščica and Stol peaks, flows behind the Peč Mountain and empties into the Sava Dolinka Riverat the northern end of Dežela Plain. In the lower part, the Završnica Stream was dammed for the needs of a hydroelectric power plant, which created an artificial lake. The valley is relatively wide in its upper part, after which it narrows to widen again in the lower course. The largest part of the valley is overgrown with meadows and pastures, where cattle graze before being driven into the alpine pastures, which has been jointly owned for centuries.
The Završnica Valley with its accumulation lake is a popular starting point for hikers and cyclists. Nearby are well-known mountain lodges: “Valvasorjev dom”, “Prešerenova koča” on the top of the Stol Mountain (2236 m/7335 feet),”Planinski dom na Zelenici” and others. That is why the municipality of Žirovnica, with the help of European funds, arranged a relatively large parking lot for cars and buses, widened the road and arranged the Završnica Recreational Park.
Interesting Facts
Did you know that you are very close to the birthplace of the Slovenian poet France Prešeren in Vrba? Stop by and experience the source of his rich collection of poems.
The slopes above the Završnica Valley hide the remains of ancient settlements and war hiding places, while rare homesteads preserve the ancient knowledge of our ancestors:
- The Carniolan bee mating station and the beekeeping approach from these places has become established all over the world;
- The Ajdna Peak (1046 m/3431 feet) hides one of the most famous archaeological monuments in Slovenia: the remains of an old Christian settlement from the 5th and 6th centuries;
- The Završnica Hydropower Plant was the first Slovenian public power plant to generate electricity through power lines 100 years ago;
- The Završnica Reservoir Water Retention Basin boasts an interesting façade, built for the Završnica Hydropower Plant;
- At the Joštan's wool mill in Moste, they began their manufacture as early as 1922 and old machines are still on display today.
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Nearby Restaurants
Zavrh bar
If you seek refuge from the hustle and bustle of the city and everyday stress all while surrounded by nature, the Zavrh bar is the place to be. Here you can enjoy top-quality coffee, delicious fruit and ice cream sundaes, pleasant company and first-class service. The bar also offers beach volleyball, a trim track, a football pitch rental and a winter ice rink. Your pets are also most welcome here as well!
Zabreznica 75,
4274 Žirovnica, Slovenija
+386 (0) 40 823 302
zavrh.bar@gmail.com
Vita, Olja and Juna Recommend
Every year, when the temperatures drop, the volleyball court in front of the bar turns into an ice rink and is appropriate for skaters of all ages. Hockey tournaments are arranged on weekends in January, and volleyball ones on summer days.
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