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Alex Foxfield
October 2, 2023
Hiking
Situated just to the north of Celje, Šmartinsko jezero makes for a gentle and rewarding hike. Its wooded banks are reflected beautifully when the water is still and there's the option of sitting outside the Skondonga beach bar or the Kaverna Panorama (Panorama Cafe) and soaking the scenery in with a beverage. A popular location, you can expect to meet cyclists, kayakers and paddleboarders on any hike here.
Frank
August 21, 2025
Hiking
The trail runs directly along the lake, over wooden boardwalks, beautifully landscaped gravel paths, and across the floating bridge, sometimes shaded, sometimes in full sun, is truly beautiful. The hike around the lake is rather modest, as the road portion is estimated at over 90%. No, this isn't nature-based hiking; that's life-threatening.
Conclusion: Stay by the lake, walk, swim, and drink coffee. Thumbs up for that.
Frank Häfner, August 20, 2025
Conclusion: Stay by the lake, walk, swim, and drink coffee. Thumbs up for that.
Frank Häfner, August 20, 2025
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Best routes to Šmartinsko Lake
4.6
(21)
218
hikers
4.83km
01:17
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
4.2
(5)
22
hikers
9.25km
02:32
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
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Elevation 270 m
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