Things to see and do Kranj

Bad tongues will say that France Prešeren will have lived in Kranj only in the twilight of her life. Anyway, this small museum dedicated to the poet retraces his artistic and political commitment throughout his life. Some original manuscripts can also be found here. Exposure is fairly short and takes only a few dozen minutes. One by one, the rooms of his final resting place are discovered. It is still celebrated every February 8th all over the city.

The museum presents the history of the historical region of Gorenjska with a permanent exhibition based on scenes of local daily life through the ages. We discover the dominant place of the iron market in the economic development of the region, before its collapse after the industrial revolution and the progressive exclusion of the Carniola from the main railway routes in the 19th century. The twentieth century is dealt with more quickly, but gives a clearer picture of the region's role at the time of the two world conflicts.

The tourist office is located in a charming 16th century baroque house renovated in the 19th century. Lots of useful information and brochures, some of which are in French. Maps, French-speaking guides, free Internet access... The agents are good counsellors and will provide you with ideas for itineraries according to your desires. They will also inform you about local festive events and the availability of accommodation and food on site.

During the Second World War, a 1,300 m long tunnel was built under the old town to protect the population from Allied bombing. You can visit the labyrinth in an unusual way, as occasional exhibitions are held here. In two permanent exhibitions you can see minerals, fossils and a reconstruction of the World War II bunker, in which you can even experience the simulation of an air raid.