Goldhorn fairytale path runs in Ukanc and is a circular path, approximately 2 kilometers long. We can walk along the path for half an hour or an entire day. The entire path is well marked with signposts. The thematic path is fun, educational, and creative and suitable for all ages. The path is open for visitors from May to November. The path will also give you suggestions for family activities in nature, which you can play along the path or somewhere else. The path runs across meadows, along the lake and through the forest, where we meet natural and cultural sights.
According to the legend, the name Ukanc originated from the phrase ”u konc” (en. in the end – in slang) or the end of the world, as people are supposed to believe that the world under nearby Komarča is ending.
BOHINJ FAIRYTALES
Along Goldhorn fairytale path nine heroes from folk fairytales await us, seven in Ukanc, one on Vogel, and one along the path towards waterfall Savica.
SEVEN SENSES
Path and activities along the path are designed that they encourage the use of seven senses: sight, hearing, taste, smell, touch, balance, and kinesthetics. On each point, one of the senses is highlighted, but that does not mean you have to use only that one.
SEVEN EMOTIONS
We experience different emotions with fairytales, some are pleasant, others a little less, but all are useful and important.
YELLOW FLOWERS
According to Bohinj tradition, from the dust of Goldhorn horns grow yellow healing flowers, and there are many in this place. Together with other natural beauties, they are part of Goldhorn’s treasure.
On Goldhorn fairytale path, at the end of the world, fairytales and Goldhorn’s treasure are at home, as well as wonderful mountains, magical lake, clean waters, green meadows, mighty waterfalls, and fairytale creatures. The path runs under mighty peaks of Pršivec, Komna, and Vogel, and the Goldhorn reigns in these places.
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RULES ON GOLDHORN FAIRYTALE PATH
The path has two simple rules, which can be understood by children and should be considered by all, who go along the path or any other place:
- Love nature and take care of her
- Be nice to all living creatures that you meet along the path
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Ukanc
Ukanc is a small settlement on the west coast of Bohinj lake, which is located in the area of Triglav national park. According to the legend, the name Ukanc originated from the phrase ”u konc” or the end of the world, as people are supposed to believe that the world under nearby Komarča is ending. [_Read more_]
Bohinj lake
Lake Bohinj, pearl under Triglav, is located in the Julian Alps on the southwest of the country and is the biggest natural permanent lake of Triglav National Park and at the same time in Slovenia. The lake is of tectonic origin, hollow in which it lies was shaped by Bohinj glacier. [_Read more_]
The path around Bohinj lake
The path around Bohinj lake is one of the most visited footpaths, which offers a beautiful view of Bohinj lake and its surroundings, the view on its natural and cultural heritage. We can set off or from Ribčev Laz or Ukanc, and we can decide for ourselves in which direction we will go. [_Read more_]