Holiday apartment in Štrekljevec: Archaeology, Churches and Forest Excursion

Štrekljevec combines archaeological sites and sacred places with destinations in nearby settlements and local events.

Culture and History

The oldest archaeological finds in Štrekljevec date from the transition between the Bronze Age and the Iron Age, approximately from 1200 to 800 BC. Traces of Roman graves discovered in Štrekljevec have also been found. Excavated finds from the village are on display in the museum in Semič. Štrekljevec is also home to the Judničev vrt archaeological site.

The sacred buildings also tell the story of the village’s developed history. The Church of the Assumption of Mary in Štrekljevec is a filial church of the Semič parish. In addition to religious services, the filial church in Štrekljevec was also a venue for cultural life, religious education and school activities. In the nearby settlement of Brezova Reber stands the Church of Saint Catherine, dating from the early 16th century. Local tradition there also includes a linden tree described as being 600 years old.

Another insight into traditional architecture can be found directly in Štrekljevec: the Kalska domačija, with its traditional hayrack, is located in the village.

Nature and Surroundings

In the nearby settlement of Osojnik, the spring and the well “osojnski zdenc” were restored in 2004.

In the nearby settlement of Osojnik, the spring emerges through an opening between rocks. This opening is 5 m high, 4 m long and 1 m wide. In the nearby settlement of Kal, a pond lies between natural rocks. The Municipality of Semič restored this pond in 2011.

A forest excursion led from Štrekljevec to Osojnik. During this forest excursion, a view of Semič and the foothills of the Gorjanci opened up at Ivina češnja on Ivanji vrh. Another tour led by bicycle from Semič to Štrekljevec.

Events and Activities

Local events include recurring and one-off dates. The chestnut picnic in Štrekljevec took place annually. A chestnut picnic was held in Štrekljevec during the municipal holiday. On March 26, 2026, a traditional event for the March holidays was also held at the Štrekljevec fire station. It was prepared by the local branch of the primary school and PGD Štrekljevec.

This event included singing, dancing, recitations and performances on various instruments by pupils. Tandem flights with an experienced pilot are also offered in Štrekljevec.

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