2-DAY HIKING ADVANTURE
Step onto a path where nature takes the lead
Enter the heart of one of Europe’s most mysterious forests. The Kočevje primeval forest is a place where silence is never empty—where centuries-old trees whisper their history, and untouched corners reveal a world rarely stepped into by humankind.
On this 2-day hike, you’ll follow a route that connects viewpoints over the Kolpa canyon, a view of Kostel Castle, the serene lake landscape of Reško jezero, and ridgelines that—on clear days—open into broad, far-reaching panoramas. This is more than a hike; it’s an immersion into wilderness that challenges you, calms you, and fills you with new energy.
Day one ends at Lukčeva domačija, where a warm dinner and a peaceful night in the countryside await. The next morning begins with breakfast before the trail rises once again toward the soft ridgelines of the Kočevsko landscape.
If you are seeking a route that offers not only kilometers, but a sense of remoteness, authenticity, and raw nature – this is it.
Hike dates: 30 & 31 May 2026
Organizer: JATrail, tekaška doživetja in organizacija dogodkov, d. o. o.
Start: Reško jezero, Kočevska Reka
Finish: MTB Center Kočevje
Distance: 45.7 km
Total elevation gain: 1,941 m + / –
Time limit: /
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
- Room 2 (4 people – 1 double bed + 1 bunk bed) → € 90 supplement
- Living room (3 people – 1 double + 1 single bed) → € 67.5 supplement
- Family room (6 people – 2 doubles + 2 singles) → € 135 supplement
- Private room (6 people – 1 double + 4 singles) → € 135 supplement
New Studios
- Double studio (2 single beds) → € 65 supplement
- Triple studio (1 single + 1 double bed) → € 97.5 supplement
* 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
