Brdo Castle near Kranj

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Brdo Castle near Kranj, usually simply Brdo Castle, is an estate and a mansion in the Slovenian region of Upper Carniola west of the village of Predoslje, City Municipality of Kranj, northwest of Ljubljana. It is the Slovenian government's main venue for diplomatic meetings and other Government-sponsored events. ()

Local name: Grad Brdo pri Kranju Coordinates: 46°16'23"N, 14°22'37"E

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GorenjskaSlovenia

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Brdo Castle near Kranj – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Storžič, Strmol Castle, Kieselstein Castle, Lake Trboje.

5.5 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Storžič
141 min walk • Storžič is the highest mountain in the western part of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps. The top is a nicely shaped cone, from which the mountain got its name. Storžič has a good panoramic view.
4.9 miE
Forts and castles, Palace
Strmol Castle
125 min walk • Strmol Castle is a castle located at the foot of Dvorjanski hrib near the villages of Češnjevek, Grad and Dvorje, in the municipality of Cerklje na Gorenjskem, Slovenia. Named after its builders, the Strmol family, it is notable as one of the few castles in Slovenia to retain a Slovene name throughout its history.
2.6 miSW
History museum, Museum, Concert hall
Kieselstein Castle, Kranj
67 min walk • Kieselstein Castle, a historical gem nestled in the heart of Kranj, Slovenia, is a testament to the region's rich medieval past. This imposing structure, dating back to the 13th century, has stood the test of time and now serves as a cultural beacon within the city.
5.6 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Trboje, Kranj
142 min walk • Nestled amidst the lush greenery of Slovenia's picturesque landscape lies Lake Trboje, a serene body of water located just outside the vibrant city of Kranj. A relatively hidden gem, Lake Trboje offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life, making...
3.5 miNE
Forts and castles
Turn Castle, Preddvor
89 min walk • Turn Castle is a castle near the village of Potoče in the Municipality of Preddvor in the Upper Carniolan region of Slovenia. The castle was first mentioned in 1408 and was probably built in the mid-14th century.
2.9 miNW
Nature, Forest, Natural attraction
Udin Woods
74 min walk • The Udin Woods is one of the oldest glacial terraces in the Ljubljana Basin. It is a contiguous wooded area clearly delineated from its surroundings. The woods is dominated by Scots pine, and deciduous trees include sessile oak, hornbeam, and beech. It has natural value in terms...
2.4 miSW
46°14'31"N • 14°21'22"E
Mestna knjižnica Kranj, Kranj
61 min walk • Library
5.6 miE
Village
Cerklje na Gorenjskem
144 min walk • One of the main attractions of Cerklje na Gorenjskem is the stunning natural scenery that surrounds the village. Visitors can explore the nearby mountains and forests, go hiking or take a leisurely stroll through the countryside.
3.3 miSW
Neighbourhood
Stražišče, Kranj
83 min walk • Stražišče is a former settlement in the Municipality of Kranj in the Upper Carniola region of Slovenia. It is now part of the city of Kranj. It includes the hamlet of Gaštej.
5.8 miN
Hiking, Alpine hut
Koča na Kriški gori
149 min walk • A hostel in Kriška Gorze - a tourist hostel that lies on the sunny side of the west band of Kriška Gora. It is managed by the Križe Mountain Society.
4.8 miNE
Alpine hut, Hiking
Dom na Kališču
123 min walk • Hostel Kokierskie Department at Kališč, mountain shelter on Kališč-a tourist hostel on the south-eastern slope of Storžiča, on Hala Kališče. 21+34 beds, open from June 15 to September 30, in autumn, winter and spring on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

Brdo Castle near Kranj

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Brdo Castle near Kranj – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)