Polhov Gradec

5 hikes in the Polhov Gradec hills of Slovenia

The Polhov Gradec hills near Ljubljana in Slovenia offer a great variation of beautiful hiking trails. Crossing rolling green hills and lush forests, these hikes take you past picturesque churches and stunning views.

#1: Sveti Jakob

Sveti Jakob is one of the highlights of the area. A picturesque white church on top of a hill overseeing the Ljubljana basin and rolling green Polhov Gradec hills.

The church of Saint Jakob.

Sveti Jakob Revisited, 17 weeks ago

I love it when a plan comes together.

#2: Osolnik

Another highlight is the Osolnik peak with the church of Saint Hermagoras and Fortunats and ofcourse the beautiful views in all directions.

The church on top of Osolnik.

Osolnik Hike, 22 weeks ago

Osolnik in Spring.

#3: Rog

If you are a fan of nature and churches then this hike is for you. It's a lovely forest hike with the Rog peak as its highest point, and no less than 3 churches along the way.

A view from Rog.

Rog Hike, 20 weeks ago

The Polhov Gradec hills in spring.

#4: Jeterbenk

I think the final bit up to Jeterbenk is the least-traveled path on this list, but the views from the top are definitely worth it.

The path with the church of Saint Margaret visible in the distance.

Jeterbenk Hike, 20 weeks ago

Jeterbenk in Spring.

#5: Hom

The shortest hike on this list is a great option if you want to go out for a quick hike while keeping the rest of the day free for other activities.

The sun setting through the forest.

Hike Sora - Hom: Catch the Sunset, 25 weeks ago

Quick hike up Hom to see the sunset.