When the Underground World of Križna Cave Comes to Life in a Book

Published: 27. 07. 2026 Author: NRP Categories: General, Visitors

Two people in red clothing and helmets sitting in a small inflatable boat inside a cave. The cave has stalactites hanging from the ceiling and a large stalagmite at the water’s edge. The water is clear with a greenish tint, reflecting the cave formations. The background of the cave is dark, highlighting the illuminated foreground.
Photo: archive Križna Cave

The Visitor Center Lake Cerknica now offers the book Križna Cave, a beautifully illustrated publication presenting one of Slovenia's most pristine and remarkable karst caves.

Featuring stunning photographs by Peter Gedei and engaging texts by Marjan Žiberna, the book reveals the beauty, diversity, and unspoilt character of Križna Cave. It takes readers on a journey from the First Lake and Bear Passage to the more remote sections of the cave, accessible only to experienced cavers. Alongside its natural wonders, the book also tells the story of the careful conservation efforts and years of dedicated work behind this unique publication.

The boat ride on the first underground lake in Križna Cave.

Photographing Križna Cave was a long-term project that required patience, meticulous planning, and the utmost respect for the cave's fragile environment. Every image was captured under carefully selected conditions, with the preservation of this exceptional underground world always coming first.

The book is available in Slovene and English and makes a wonderful keepsake for anyone who has visited Križna Cave, as well as an inspiring introduction for those planning to discover this extraordinary cave in the future.

Visit the Visitor Center Lake Cerknica and get your copy.

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