Planina–Mirna Gora Forest Educational Trail

The circular educational trail offers three different routes to the peak of Mirna Gora. The tree routes merge and lead to the mountain hut. Along the way different tree species and the importance of forests in retaining water are shown interestingly. Strengthen yourself in the mountain hut and enjoy the stunning vista of Bela Krajina.

Technical description

  • Waypoints: Planina–Mirna gora

  • Start: Planina

  • Access:
    • road Novo mesto-Vrčice-Mirna gora
  • Length: 3 km

  • Time: 2.5 h

  • Highest point: Mirna gora, 1047 m

  • Difficulty: Moderate

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Points of interest

Kočevar settlement Planina, Church of St. Elijah in Planina, stone supporting wall of the forest railway alignment, Brezno along the railway track alignment, water reservoir, location of the grave of Franc Rozman Stane, mountain hut in Mirna gora, viewpoint tower.