Kamnik - City of Three Castles

Kamnik reached its peak in the Middle Ages.  At the end of the 12th century, it was declared the capital of Carniola and became an important, wealthy, and successful city.

But this wealth has roots in even older times. Kamnik was built along a Roman road that connected the Danube Valley and the Adriatic Sea, in an area crossed by important trade routes.

It's no wonder that the cultural heritage is one of the biggest attractions of Kamnik, the city of three castles.

On a rocky hill not far from the Main Square in Kamnik stands the Little Castle. It is even older than the Old Castle and represents one of the most venerable monuments and an important example of the country's valuable cultural and architectural heritage.

From the Little Castle, you can admire the stunning landscape. From the top, the view stretches over the roofs of the city and reaches the horizon, where the Kamnik and Savinja Alps majestically rise.

Architect Jože Plečnik also left a special mark on the city. During one of his visits, he came up with the idea of pouring wax into molds for candles. You can experience the process of drawing Plečnik's candles at workshops organized by prior arrangement.