Lokve by Lake Lokvarsko

Lake Lokvarsko and its lakeside path

Lake Lokvarsko is located in Lokve. The artificial lake is up to 40 metres deep and surrounded by coniferous forests. In the wider destination of Općina Lokve, Lake Lokvarsko was created as a reservoir in the 1950s.

A range of recreational activities are possible at the lake: in summer, you can swim, and other activities include fishing, hiking and cycling. Traditional gatherings of hikers and cyclists are also held at the lake. This means you can enjoy your stay in different ways, without all activities being tied to the same season.

For a walk by the water, there is a 4-kilometre path along the lakeshore. It follows the contours of the lake through the forest and offers views of the water. Small bathing spots may be accessible at some points. Local conditions can change, so check the path conditions before setting out.

More nature and culture in the wider destination of Općina Lokve

Golubinjak Forest Park is a protected forest park covering an area of 51 hectares and has been protected since 1955. You can arrange guided walks there in advance by telephone or email. Barbecue areas in the forest park can be rented; it is best to check their availability beforehand.

Špilja Lokvarka has been protected as a geomorphological natural monument since 1961. Of its six levels, the first four are open to visitors. As access rules may change, check them before your visit. The part of the cave explored to date is 1,179 metres long; the cave is 275 metres deep.

The 10.82-kilometre “Staza spilja” also runs through Golubinjak. The route follows roads and paths featuring numerous karst formations and decorations; visitors can see speleological sites along the way. Another natural attraction in Općina Lokve is the “Kraljica Šume” fir tree: it is 42 metres tall and is estimated to be more than 250 years old.

Cultural attractions in Općina Lokve include the KC “Picirk” building in Lokve, which houses the “Muzej žaba”. The traditional “Žabarska noć” has been held in Lokve since 1974. These attractions complement the nature-related experiences with a glimpse of local culture and tradition.

At Kuća prirode “Kotač”, you can taste indigenous Goran herbal liqueurs. There is also a permanent exhibition on the history of Lujzinska cesta. Visitors can see the room where the liqueurs are made, as well as the attic where mountain herbs and plants are dried for their production. This means your trip planning can include not only the lake and forest, but also other nature and culture experiences in the wider destination of Općina Lokve.

For the wider travel overview: Općina Lokve.