Join us to celebrate the 390th anniversary of the first tourist visit to Vilenica Cave and the 60th anniversary of its reopening. Come and discover the mysteries of the Karst underground, take a beautiful walk through the Karst heath, learn about the heritage of the Karst people, and much more. Come and experience Vilenica Cave during these beautiful festival days!

FRIDAY, MAY 12th 

19:00 - Discussion on caving in the Karst region over time - seminar with Jaka Jakofčič, Marjan Olenik, Jože Terčon in Špela Prunk

Caving has a long and rich history in the Karst. Have you ever thought, when you poured yourself a glass of water from the tap, that it is thanks to the cavers of Sežana that the Carpathians of Cracow have a supply of water of good quality and sufficient quantity? Perhaps you know that the River Rijeka flows right by Sežana? An interesting discussion evening was held with Jaka Jakofčič, Marjan Olenik, Jože Terčon and Špela Prunk, where the main arguments where cave exploration, achievements, equipment and the role of the Society in the past and today. A wonderful chat between different generations, aimed at preserving history, with a focus on guiding the younger generations of cavers into the field. The evening was moderated by Rosana Cerkvenik.

The seminar was held as part of the events organized to mark the 390th anniversary of the start of tourist activity in Vilenica and the 60th anniversary of the reopening of the cave. For the full program download the IT-SI attachment:

Applications: Due to the limited number of places available, it is necessary to make reservations for the excursions and cave tours at: sezana@visitkras.info, while for the Trieste-Bazovizza-Vilenica Cave Cross-border Bicycle Excursion you are kindly requested to make reservations at: curiosidi natura@gmail.com up to 3 days before the event. In case of bad weather, side events will be cancelled and you will be informed in due time. Free visits to the cave will be held regardless of weather conditions. 

All events took place at Vilenica Cave and were free of charge for all visitors.