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Things to see in Žiri (Slovenia): 35 places and when to go
Žiri is a town in Slovenia, and this site lists 35 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (18), Mountains (11), History (5). The best known are Franja Partisan Hospital, Blegoš and Vojko's Plaque. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 27. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Slovenia · 46.0435, 14.0888
- Places
- 35 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (18) · Mountains (11) · History (5) · Nature (5) · Temples (4) · Museums and art (3)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- LJU Zgornji Brnik, 35 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Blegoš, at 1,562 m.
What to see in Žiri
The places in and around Žiri, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Franja Partisan HospitalFormer hospital in Slovenia13 km
- BlegošMountain in Slovenia14 km
- Vojko's PlaqueMemorial10 km
- Antonijev rovEntrance shaft to the Idrija quicksilver mine7.1 km
- Planinska koča na ErmanovcuMountain lodge in Slovenia7.8 km
- Cerkno Ski ResortSlovenian Modern Ski Resort14 km
- ErmanovecMountain in Slovenia6.8 km
- Hleviška planinaSummit9.8 km
- Idrija War MuseumMuseum7.1 km
- Kopa (Slovenian Prealps)Mountain in Slovenia15 km
- Planina nad VrhnikoSummit15 km
- St. Joseph's Parish Church in IdrijaTemples6.5 km
- Saint Judoc's Parish Church in Črni VrhChurch in Municipality of Idrija13 km
- St. Urban's Parish Church (Godovič)History · Temples9.6 km
- Župnijska cerkev svetega VidaTemples8.8 km
- 128 ~ Pot kurirjev in vezistov NOV SlovenijeHiking15 km
- 129 ~ Pot kurirjev in vezistov NOV SlovenijeHiking13 km
- 130 ~ Pot kurirjev in vezistov NOV SlovenijeHiking11 km
- 131 ~ Pot kurirjev in vezistov NOV SlovenijeHiking9.0 km
- 132 ~ Pot kurirjev in vezistov NOV SlovenijeHiking5.8 km
- 133 ~ Pot kurirjev in vezistov NOV SlovenijeHiking2.9 km
- 134 ~ Pot kurirjev in vezistov NOV SlovenijeHiking3.8 km
- 135 ~ Pot kurirjev in vezistov NOV SlovenijeHiking9.6 km
- Dom na SlajkiMountain hut in Slovenia7.9 km
And the other 11, by what you come to do:
- History: Domačija Šturmajce
- Hiking: Idrijsko-Cerkljanska planinska pot, Via Alpina 8, Via Alpina Stage 6: Črni vrh - Idrija, Via Alpina Stage 7: Idrija - Planinska koča na Ermanovcu
- Mountains: Koča na Blegošu, Koča na Planini nad Vrhniko, Koča na Vrhu Svetih Treh Kraljev, Planinska koča Mrzlk
- Stargazing: Observatorij UAD – Zaplana
- Food and drink: Pivovarna Racon d.o.o. - Crazy Duck Brewery
When to go to Žiri
The best time to visit Žiri is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:50
- FebPossible10:07
- MarPossible11:37
- AprBest time13:19
- MayBest time14:45
- JunBest time15:32
- JulBest time15:13
- AugBest time13:58
- SepBest time12:18
- OctBest time10:39
- NovPossible9:11
- DecPossible8:27
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 27. In April, 33 of the 35 places are at their best.
When to go to Slovenia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Žiri
The nearest main airport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU, Zgornji Brnik), 35 km as the crow flies. How to get around Slovenia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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And all of Slovenia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Žiri?
The best known: Franja Partisan Hospital, Blegoš, Vojko's Plaque, Antonijev rov, Planinska koča na Ermanovcu. In all, 35 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Žiri?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 27.
How do you get to Žiri?
The nearest main airport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU), 35 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Žiri as the destination and these 35 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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