Elevation profile of the route
Download GPX file of the trail
Taking a break in the shades of century-old oak trees, enjoying the view of the splendid Big Natural Bridge (Veliki naravni most), travelling back in time at the ruins of the church of St. Cantianus, breathing in the fresh cave air under the slender arch of the Little Natural Bridge (Mali naravni most), or strolling along the soft and maintained trail by the tall-grown firs is an unforgettable experience over and over again.
Information boards along the trail tell us all about the Rakov Škocjan valley – primarily about the Big and Small Natural Bridges (Veliki in Mali naravni most), which are, in fact, remains of a cave ceiling. Namely, the Rakov Škocjan was created when the ceiling of a karst cave collapsed and created this picturesque sunken valley.
A map of all hiking trails in the mystical land of Lake Cerknica can be purchased at the Visitor Center Cerknica Lake at an affordable price of 2.00 €.
Notice on tree logging
The Slovenian Forest Service warns that from September 15 to December 31, 2026, felling and harvesting of individual weakened and damaged trees will take place in Rakov Škocjan at individual points along the road and along the educational trail. The purpose of the logging is to improve the quality and aesthetics of the forest and at least partially reduce the danger posed by dry trees and branches.
Visitors are advised to avoid work areas during felling and harvesting for their own safety and to follow the warnings and instructions of the work contractors.
