WHAT TO DO
The area on the border between the Vipava Valley and the Kras region is exceptionally interesting, particularly due to its rich World War I history, traditions, natural beauty, and numerous opportunities for sports and outdoor activities.
We warmly invite you to explore and enjoy the experiences offered in the local and surrounding area!
Renče – Vogrsko Circular Trail
Gregorčič Trail and sections of the Equestrian Trail
Reservoir lake Vogršček
Trstelj and Črni hribi
Trails through the Bilje Hills
Hiking trails in the Vipava Valley (Edge Trail, Otliško Okno, Skrlanka Circular Trail, Nanos, Mali Golak, Čaven, etc.) and the Nova Gorica area (Sabotin, Škabrijel, Trnovo – Banjška Plateau, etc.)
Walk of Peace
The Karst region with its unique kras phenomena and flora
Mountain biking (Trnovo and Banjška Plateau, Nanos, etc.)
Road cycling (Branica Valley, border climbs and Gora, Sveta Gora, etc.)
etc.
Vipava River
Reservoir lake Vogršček
Soča River
Bukovica Cultural Centre (permanent exhibition of industrial heritage and crafts)
Bukovica, the birthplace of the renowned painter Zoran Mušič
Churches: St. Mohor and St. Fortunat in Renče, St. Lawrence in Bukovica, St. Justus in Vogrče, St. Anthony in Bilje
Vogrsko Manor, Zemono Manor
Castles: Rihemberk Castle, Kromberk Castle, Vipavski Križ Castle
The Museum of Alexandrian Women in Prvačina
Štanjel (historic village and cultural site)
Oskar Kogoj Nature Design Gallery
Miren Shoemaking Museum
Sveta Gora, Church of Christ the Saviour–Co-Cathedral in Nova Gorica
Monasteries: Franciscan Monastery in Kostanjevica, Capuchin Monastery in Vipavski Križ, Lazarist Monastery at Miren Castle
Pilon Gallery in Ajdovščina
Nova Gorica City Gallery
Museum on the Border
Rafut Park with the Villa
Europe Square, Solkan Bridge
etc.
World War I Memorial Park Vinišče (Renče)
World War I Sanitation Museum
Žigoni Military Cemetery (Renče)
Roman Fort Castra in Ajdovščina
Archaeological Site of St. Paul above Vrtovin
Tabor Fortress above Črniče
Peace Monument and Observation Tower Cerje
Sabotin – Peace Park
etc.
Football (Football Club Renče, Football Club Adria Miren, Football Club Bilje)
Roller skating, gymnastics
Paragliding (take-off sites at Kovk and Lijak) and sports flying (Ajdovščina Airfield)
Climbing; outdoor climbingwalls: Vipavska Bela, Vipava, Lijak, Gradiška Tura, etc., Indoor climbing walls: DEŠ Climbing Center (Šempeter pri Gorici), SC Ajdovščina Climbing Wall, Kamp Tura Climbing Wall
Horseback riding (Na Hribu Farm, Vrtnica Equestrian Club Nova Gorica, Soča Riding Club Renče, etc.)
Adventure sports/Adrenaline experiences (Soča Fun Park, Top Extreme Bungee Jumping, Vrtojba Karting Center, Pale Skate Park, etc.)
Water sports (Solkan Kayak Center)
Hunting tourism (Trstelj Hunting Club, Fajti Hrib Hunting Club)
Caving/Speleology
etc.
Mohorjevo Festival in Renče
Asparagus Festival in Orehovlje
Brickmaking Days in Bilje
Bilje Ceramics Association
Furenga Festival
Martinova Furenga (St. Martin’s Celebration)
Blessing of the Horses
St. Martin’s Day (Martinovanje)
etc.
