Discover Šenturška Gora

Šenturška Gora is designated as a popular viewpoint and pilgrimage site. It is also home to the Church of St. Ulrich, the life story of Simon Robič, which is connected with the area, and routes that lead to the Gora in different contexts. For travelers, there are several points of interest: church and local history, nativity scenes along a route during the Christmas and New Year season, and a cycling loop with a specified distance and elevation gain. When choosing your travel dates in particular, it is worth keeping these themes separate.

Church and Local History

The Church of St. Ulrich was built around 1368. It has three altars, two of which were created by the sculptor M. Peternel. The church also has a new organ with 17 stops. The construction date, altars and organ offer different points of interest if you are interested in the religious and architectural history of the area.

Simon Robič was parish administrator at Šenturška Gora from 1874 until his death in 1897, and is buried there. He was also a renowned naturalist, speleologist and mountaineer. His biography combines his ecclesiastical office with natural history, cave exploration and mountaineering, broadening the perspective on local history beyond the church.

Nativity Scenes, Chapel and Route from Poženik

Between Poženik and Šenturška Gora, locals set up numerous nativity scenes along the route during the Christmas and New Year season. The displays can be found in various places: in tree hollows, under roots, beneath rocks and in caves. Their placement gives the route its seasonal character. If the nativity scenes are what appeal to you, the festive season is the best time to visit.

Beside the route is a chapel with an image of Mary, Help of Christians. Hikers can ring a bell there to pray for good health and a safe journey. The route begins at the edge of Poženik and follows a well-trodden, accessible cart track. Visits are recommended during daylight hours, as landslides have damaged the route in some places and there are steep slopes below it. The tourism information describes the route as suitable in all seasons, while also advising particular caution in winter.

Cycling Route and Hiking Trails

The Cerklje–Šenturška Gora–Cerklje cycling loop is 13.4 kilometers long and has an elevation gain of 268 meters. It passes through Ravne and Apno, then continues to Šenturška Gora. The Church of St. Ulrich is listed as a point of interest along the cycling route, as is the Grilc organic herb farm. A municipal article dated June 9, 2024, reported on a barefoot hike to Šenturška Gora covering just over six kilometers.

The two routes address different planning questions: the cycling loop has a specified distance and elevation gain, while the route from Poženik focuses on its starting point, its surface as a cart track, and the guidance about daylight and winter. When planning which route to take, you can first consider the type of route you prefer and the relevant details for each one.

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