Idrija Geopark

The Idrija UNESCO Global Geopark is situated in the western part of Slovenia, approximately 60 km from Ljubljana. It is located at the junction of the Dinarides and Alps mountain ranges. This has resulted in exceptional geoheritage of deep gorges where a variety of rocks have been discovered in remarkable stratigraphic cross sections, tectonic phenomena and mineral and fossil deposits.

In addition, water contributes to the variety of the terrain with numerous features and water courses. Idrija UNESCO Global Geopark places great emphasis on raising awareness among the younger generations, on the importance of its heritages. The UNESCO Global Geopark connects and collaborates with different institutions and individuals concerned with the preservation of the area’s heritage (Idrija Mercury Mine, Idrija Mercury Heritage Management Centre, the Idrija Municipal Museum, the Municipality of Idrija, Slovenian National Commission for UNESCO, various associations and non-governmental organizations). The products from the gastronomic regions at the foot of the Alps is intimately connected with mountain pastures where cows, goats, and sheep have been feeding for centuries.

The Idrija UNESCO Global Geopark is situated in the western part of Slovenia, approximately 60 km from Ljubljana. It is located at the junction of the Dinarides and Alps mountain ranges. This has resulted in exceptional geoheritage of deep gorges where a variety of rocks have been discovered in remarkable stratigraphic cross sections, tectonic phenomena and mineral and fossil deposits. Idrija UNESCO Global Geopark places great emphasis on raising awareness among the younger generations, on the importance of its heritages. The UNESCO Global Geopark connects and collaborates with different institutions and individuals concerned with the preservation of the area’s heritage (Idrija Mercury Mine, Idrija Mercury Heritage Management Centre, the Idrija Municipal Museum, the Municipality of Idrija, Slovenian National Commission for UNESCO, various associations and non-governmental organizations). Activities include education, particularly through the innovative integration of natural and cultural heritage in educational programs for local schools.