2-DAY HIKING ADVANTURE
45.7 km – 2-day hike
30–31 May 2026 – 6:30 a.m. – Kočevje, Slovenia
“Where nature sets the pace.”
Silence, distance, and the rhythm of walking gradually shape a two-day experience in the Kočevje landscape. This hike is intended for those who enter nature with openness and time—without rushing, allowing more space to sense the surroundings and the path itself.
The forests of Kočevje are among the largest preserved forest areas in Europe. Centuries-old trees, deep woodland, and views over the Kolpa River canyon create a landscape where movement naturally slows down. The route passes by Kostel Castle and crosses gentle ridges that, in good weather, open into long, calm panoramas.
The hike unfolds at a pace that allows for attentive immersion in the landscape and nature. The first day ends at the Lukčeva Homestead, where hikers are welcomed with a warm dinner and an overnight stay in the quiet shelter of the countryside. The next morning, the journey continues rested, after breakfast, with a sense of lightness as the path carries on.
This 2-day hike is suitable for anyone seeking a deeper walking experience, a sense of retreat, and an authentic connection with the environment they are moving through.
2-day retreat | Suitable for individuals, couples & groups | Overnight stay with dinner and breakfast included
Hike dates: 30 & 31 May 2026
Start time: 6:30 a.m. [MTB Center Kočevje – bus transfer]
Start: Reško jezero, Kočevska Reka
Finish: MTB Center Kočevje
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What Awaits You?
DAY 1 – From Kočevska Reka into the mysterious heart of the forest
Bus departure from MTB Center Kočevje: 6:30
Start: Reško jezero, Kočevska Reka
Finish: Lukčeva domačija, Kostel
Distance: 23.9 km
Elevation gain: 1,047 m + / –
Time limit: /
Before departure, please note that there are no refreshment stations on the trail, so hikers must bring their own food for the first day. The bus departs from MTB Center Kočevje at 6:30, where participants may leave their cars—as the finish is located there as well. The bus will then take you to the start in Kočevska Reka.
In the morning, participants can drop off luggage they won’t need during the day (e.g., tent, sleeping bag, mat, clothing for day two). We will transport the luggage directly to Lukčeva domačija, where you’ll spend the night.
The hike begins at Reško jezero, one of the most important natural gems of the route and home to the white-tailed eagle—one of the rarest and most majestic birds in Slovenia. After the start, the trail quickly sinks into the forest, where the green canopy, soft forest floor, and a sense of walking through land untouched by time surround you. You’ll explore pristine corners of Kočevsko, ancient pathways, and sections where nature still sets the rules.
The day ends at Lukčeva domačija, where we provide:
– dinner
– camping area (bring your own tent)
– access to showers and toilets
For those who want more comfort: it is possible to upgrade to a room (prices below). For room reservations, email kocevsko@trailrun.si.
Source: Kočevsko Institute Archive
DAY 2 – A morning in nature and views above the Kolpa River
Start time: 7:00
Start: Lukčeva domačija, Kostel
Finish: MTB Center Kočevje
Distance: 21.8 km
Elevation gain: 894 m + / –
Time limit: /
We begin the morning with breakfast at 6:00, followed by distribution of trail food (sandwich, energy bar, fruit). Any luggage you will not need during the day can be handed over to us—we will transport it directly to the finish at MTB Center Kočevje.
From the homestead, the route ascends to the ridges overlooking one of the most spectacular landscapes in southern Slovenia the Kolpa River canyon. Along the way, you’ll also see Kostel Castle, one of the largest fortifications in the country, standing on a steep rocky ledge and guarding the Kolpa valley for centuries. Its mighty defensive tower and dramatic position still evoke a sense of medieval strength and timelessness. The views stretch across green valleys and steep slopes descending toward the border.
The trail then leads through varied forests toward the finish at MTB Center Kočevje, where our two-day adventure concludes and you’ll receive a finisher’s medal for completing the hike.
vir: arhiv Zavoda Kočevsko
Registration pricing
What’s included?
✓ Sports T-shirt
✓ Finisher’s medal
✓ Trail guide with full route description + GPS track for safe navigation
✓ Shuttle from MTB Center to the start in Kočevska Reka
✓ Luggage transport to Lukčeva domačija and back to Kočevje
✓ Dinner after Day 1 (Lukčeva domačija)
✓ Breakfast before Day 2
✓ Trail food for Day 2 (sandwich + fruit + energy bar)
* Hikers must provide their own food for Day 1
✓ Camping spot (bring your own tent) + tourist tax
** Optional upgrade: Comfortable sleep in a room instead of camping
Room upgrades at Lukčeva domačija
Main House – Rooms
- Room 1 (4 people – 1 double bed + 1 bunk bed) → € 90 supplement Apartments are fully booked.
- Room 2 (4 people – 1 double bed + 1 bunk bed) → € 90 supplement Apartments are fully booked.
- Living room (3 people – 1 double + 1 single bed) → € 67.5 supplement Apartments are fully booked.
- Family room (6 people – 2 doubles + 2 singles) → € 135 supplement Apartments are fully booked.
- Private room (6 people – 1 double + 4 singles) → € 135 supplement
New Studios
- Double studio (2 single beds) → € 65 supplement Apartments are fully booked.
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Triple studio (1 single + 1 double bed) → € 97.5 supplement Apartments are fully booked.
* Refunds for paid reservations and transferring the reservation to another date are not possible.
* If the room is not fully occupied, a surcharge of €15 per empty bed applies – for example, if only two people stay in a four-bed room, an additional €30 will be charged for the two empty beds.
If you would like to upgrade to a room at Lukčeva domačija, please contact us at: kocevsko@trailrun.si
