Srednja Kanomlja: Route No. 5 and Cultural Heritage

Route No. 5 and Getting There

Route No. 5 is rated easy and starts at the fish farm in Srednja Kanomlja. From Spodnja Idrija, follow the main road along the Kanomljica for about 5 km to the starting point; check road conditions before setting off. On the route, you will reach the Kanomeljske or Ovčjaške klavže after 1 km, as well as the Klamer rock pools on the Kanomljica. The distances describe different sections: about 5 km for the road journey from Spodnja Idrija, and 1 km to the klavže on the route. The easy rating applies to the route, not to the road journey from Spodnja Idrija.

Farmstead History and Special Visits

The preserved Šturmajce farmstead dates from the first half of the 20th century. On Route No. 5, you can visit a farmhouse there with frescoes from the same period. The Pr’ Ivaniš farmstead has a preserved traditional forge that is still in operation. Apitherapy is available by prior arrangement at an apiary and a garden with honey plants.

The Žličnik monument in Srednja Kanomlja is designated as a monument to the victims of fascism. The Franc Sedej monument stands on Mohoričev hrib, north of and 1.2 km below the Spodnji Belobrdar farmstead (Srednja Kanomlja 39). It is a pillar built from natural stones, with an inset inscription plaque made of grey marble. The inscription states that the Italian army shot the 35-year-old farmer Franc Sedej on 6 May 1943. The two memorial sites convey different messages: the Žličnik monument is dedicated to the victims of fascism, while the inscription on the Franc Sedej monument names a specific person, date and act.

The Kanomlja Valley and Nature

The Kanomlja Valley includes the villages of Spodnja Kanomlja, Srednja Kanomlja and Gorenja Kanomlja, among others. This division of the valley helps clarify the different location details: the route and the local festival are in Srednja Kanomlja, while the mineral collection is located at Gorenja Kanomlja 44. It includes minerals, ores, fossils and rocks, and can be visited by prior arrangement. Confirm the arrangement before your visit. The Kanomljica watercourse and its tributaries are designated as natural heritage of national importance.

Local Life and Trip Planning

The annual Kanomlja local festival takes place in front of the old Kanomlja school in Srednja Kanomlja. The 2026 edition took place on 25 July. If you are planning a trip around the local festival, check the latest dates. Rupnik Ciril Honey Products is located at Srednja Kanomlja 66. If you are planning a visit, check in advance whether a visit is possible.

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