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SCOUTS: Jasmin and Agathe

2026 FINALIST - Novo mesto

May 2026

A Day Like No Other: Discovering Trška Gora the Local Way

When Radio SI offered us the chance to experience a curated one-day tour of Trška Gora, we had no idea just how deeply this little corner of Slovenia would win us over. Spoiler: we left with full hearts, rosy cheeks, and a bottle of wine we made ourselves.

We started the day on e-bikes, riding through the town and into the surrounding countryside. The landscape is genuinely beautiful — gentle hills, vine-covered slopes, and a quietness that’s easy to appreciate. It’s a lovely way to get a feel for the region at your own pace.

Midday brought us to a traditional cottage home for a sit-down meal. Simple, hearty, and completely authentic — the kind of lunch that reminds you how good honest food can be. Our hosts were welcoming and generous, and that easy connection with local people was one of the highlights of the day.

Then came the highlight we didn’t know we needed: a visit to a local vineyard, travelling in the most delightful fashion aboard the famous Cvičeк Mobile. Winding through the hills with panoramic views stretching out in every direction, we were reminded just how breathtaking this region truly is. Under the guidance of passionate local producers, we rolled up our sleeves and crafted our very own bottle of Cvičeк — the legendary light red wine that has called this region home for centuries.

What stays with us most is a combination of things: the people, generous and proud to share their world, and the landscapes, quietly spectacular in a way that sneaks up on you. The farmer who insisted we try just one more thing. The winemaker whose eyes lit up talking about his vines. The endless green hills wrapping around everything like a postcard that refuses to end. Trška Gora doesn’t shout for attention — it simply enchants, gently and completely.

One day was a gift — and far too short. We’re already dreaming of coming back.

A heartfelt thank you to Radio SI for making this experience possible! 

Jasmin and Agathe, from France

Photos by: Jasmin & Agathe

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FINALIST#1: The Untold Story of Cviček

FINALIST#1: The Untold Story of Cviček

2026 FINALIST - Novo mesto, HIDDEN GEMS – finalists – 2026 EN

Become a winemaker for a day and uncover the story behind the legendary Dolenjska cviček.

Your day begins at the gateway to Trška Gora, where you set off on a scenic e-bike ride through the rolling hills of Dolenjska. Effortless cycling lets you soak in vineyard views and discover hidden corners of this unique wine-growing landscape.

Coming back, a truly unique ride awaits you – the Cviček-mobil. Sit back and enjoy the journey as you’re taken straight into the heart of rolling vineyards and centuries-old wine traditions.

Once among the vines, it’s time to get hands-on. Experience the work, and the passion behind cviček — and feel what it truly means to be part of this wine-growing landscape.

After a job well done, reward yourself with a relaxed, authentic lunch at Vineyard Cottage Verček.  Here, you’ll be warmly welcomed by Godmother Jožefina, who serves up traditional Dolenjska dishes paired perfectly with a local wine.

Another highlight of the day awaits at the Škatlar Estate, where creativity takes over. Guided by the expert, you’ll blend your very own cviček from different grape varieties, bottle it yourself, and take home a personalised “Cviček to-go” — a one-of-a-kind souvenir from your day among the vines.

Programme itinerary:
11:00 – Meeting your local guide at Trška Gora entry point.
11:15-13:30 – E-bike rental, cycling through the scenic vineyard landscape (a digital display presents all the options available in the surrounding area).
13:30 – Coming back to the Trška Gora entry point. The Cviček-mobil picks you up and takes you to the Verček Estate.
13:45 – A local winemaker welcomes you into his vineyard, where you join him in seasonal vineyard work – the specific tasks depend on the time of year.
15:00 – “Vineyard snack” at Godmother Jožefina’s at the Verček vineyard cottage  – lunch featuring traditional Dolenjska cuisine.
16:30 – Transfer to the Škatlar Estate.
17:00-18:00 – Presentation of cviček production, blending your own cviček, which visitors can take home with them.

Contact of the Provider:
Bizibi
T: +386 40 852 277
E: book@bizibi.si
W: www.bizibi.si

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May 2026 A Day Like No Other: Discovering Trška Gora the Local Way When Radio SI offered us the chance to experience a curated one-day tour of Trška Gora, we had no idea just how deeply this little corner of Slovenia would win us over. Spoiler: we left with full...

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FINALIST#1: The Untold Story of Cviček

Become a winemaker for a day and uncover the story behind the legendary Dolenjska cviček. Your day begins at the gateway to Trška Gora, where you set off on a scenic e-bike ride through the rolling hills of Dolenjska. Effortless cycling lets you soak in vineyard views...

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