"From fresco to fresco" hike
Did you know that not everything painted on a wall is a fresco? Did you know that in the Middle Ages, painters often painted scenes in predefined places? Why did they do this and what did they paint? Would you like to look at frescoes with the eyes of a restorer and see what is otherwise hidden and invisible? Would you like to experience the thrill and joy of discovering a mural?
You will get the answers to your questions on a walking tour of the churches of Divac, which are home to beautiful medieval paintings. We will start our adventure at Gradišče near Divača, descend into the canyon of the River Rijeka, climb to the ruins of Školj Castle, continue to Famlje and cross the Škofelj Bridge to Nakleg. At the churches, we will be met by experts who will present the murals and organise various workshops for children and adults.
Date: 26. 9. 2026
Meeting place: the Church of St Helena at Gradišče near Divača
Duration of the hike: from 9:00 to 17:00 (the actual walking time is approximately 4 and a half hours)
Length of route: 10 km
The number of participants is limited. We are collecting applications at the electronic address freske@zvkds.si until 22nd September 2026, or until the places are filled.
Participants are asked to bring water, snacks if necessary, and good walking shoes.
Food and drinks will be provided upon arrival in Famlje and Naklo.
In case of bad weather, the walk will be postponed to Saturday, 4 October 2025, and participants will be informed in due time.
The event will take place as part of the 36th European Cultural Heritage Days and is completely FREE.
THE PLANNED TIMETABLE FOR THE MARCH:
9.00–10.00 Gradišče, workshops
10.00-12.00 Gradišče-Famlje hike
12.00-13.00 Famlje, workshops
13.00-15.00 Famlje-Naklo march
15.00-16.00 Naklo, workshops
16.00-17.00 Naklo-Gradišče hike, closing
ORGANISERS:
ZVKDS OE Nova Gorica
ZVKDS Restoration Centre
Regional Museum Koper - Museo regionale di Capodistria
Municipality of Divača
TKŠD Urbanščica
Public Institute Škocjan Caves Park, Slovenia
