Ribnica na Pohorju

About Ribnica na Pohorju

Ribnica na Pohorju is a small, compact settlement on the northern slopes of Pohorje, surrounded by the vast Pohorje forests. For this reason, local residents have long been engaged in forestry, sawmilling, and animal husbandry. The past was also marked by glassmaking and stonemasonry. Today, Ribnica is an idyllic climate resort destination, with an apartment settlement, ski slopes, and tourist farms. It is also a pleasant starting point for mountain biking and hiking trails towards Ribnica Hut and Jezerski Vrh. With its location below the peak of Pohorje and its fresh, clean air, it attracts visitors seeking peace and walks in nature. At the top, Ribnica Lake awaits you, surrounded by low pines, offering a safe refuge and tranquillity. Here, visitors discover natural beauty, the importance of the forest, as well as the history and life of this part of Pohorje. In Josipdol, you can visit the Museum of Stonemasonry, Glassmaking and Forestry, as well as one of the first forestry educational trails – Kapelvald – a true treasure trove of diverse tree species. If you head to Orlica, you will find the Sgerm Spruce, 62 metres tall, the tallest native tree in Slovenia.