The Andrejev dom na Slemenu refuge is located in a clearing on the north-eastern side of Sleme (1167 m), in the ridge that connects Uršlja Gora with Smrekovac. The refuge was built between 1951 and 1952 on the initiative of Planinsko Društvo (PD) Šoštanj, thanks to the voluntary work of mountain lovers, but above all of the employees of the then Tovarne usnja Šoštanj, a famous tannery that made the history of the local industry in the mid-20th century.
Officially inaugurated on 21 September 1952, it takes its name from Andrej Stegnar (1906-1981), initiator of its construction, then president of the Šoštanj PD as well as director of the tannery. In 1960 the construction of the annex began, which was inaugurated on 16 July 1961. Until 1975 the refuge was managed by the local Alpine club, then taken over by Tovarna usnja herself who renovated and modernized it. Today it offers catering service in two restaurant rooms and a large terrace. There are 31 beds in 15 private rooms and another 52 beds in three dormitories.
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