Kropa
A traditional blacksmithing village in a narrow valley, with a stream running through the village. Wrought-iron signs and a blacksmith museum showcase centuries of ironworking tradition.
Kropa sits in a narrow valley below the Jelovica Plateau. It has been known for making iron nails since the 14th century. The stone houses line the stream, and their doors, windows and street signs are finely crafted ironwork. The Blacksmith Museum displays forging history and tools and keeps an old forge called Vigenjc Vice, which can be demonstrated for visitors. The whole village is well preserved and rarely crowded, which makes it a good stop for a half-day trip from Radovljica. It is about 20 km from Bled, roughly 25 minutes by car.
Opening hours
Village all day; blacksmith museum approx. 10:00–16:00 (closed Mon)
Nearby sights
- Radovljica
- Straža Hill Bled
- Bled Castle
- Lake Bled & Bled Island
- Ojstrica & Mala Osojnica Viewpoints
- Vintgar Gorge
- Pokljuka Gorge
- Slovenian Alpine Museum