The Jošt House is a restaurant and mountain hut on top of Mount St. Jošt. It offers a combination of great food and incredible views. It is also a popular excursion spot for residents of the city of Kranj. The peak lies at an altitude of 845 meters above sea level. For many, it is a hiking destination that provides a great opportunity for some exercise after work. At the top, visitors are rewarded with a view of a large part of Upper Carniola (Gorenjska).
We often come here for lunch or a drink while enjoying the fantastic view.
History
The church next to the Jošt House dates back to 973, but it has been rebuilt and extended on several occasions. The present church dates from the 18th century. The Jošt House was built by the Triglav Ski Club from Kranj in the 1950s.
Views
The peak stands relatively alone, which means you have extensive views in all directions.
- Southeast – a view toward the capital, Ljubljana.
- Southwest – a view of the Pre-Alps; Mount Blegoš is visible in the distance.
- Northeast – the Kamnik–Savinja Alps are visible in the distance.
- Northwest – Mount Stol and the entire Karawanken mountain range are visible in the distance.
The food
The Jošt House serves high-quality traditional Slovenian food. Below are some of the dishes you can find on the menu.
- Soups - traditional Slovenian beef, mushroom and pumpkin soups.
- Ričet with meat - a traditional, Slovenian stew with barley, beans, potatoes, carrots, and Carniolan sausage.
- Jota - a sauerkraut and bean stew.
- Goulash with polenta - a typical Slovenian dish that bridges Hungarian and Italian influences.
- Pasta dishes
The full menu can be found on their website.
Places to stay near Kranj
Here are some places to stay near Kranj.
- The Bellevue Hotel - Stands on the Šmarjetna mountain (643m) with a great view over the city of Kranj.
- Hiša Aleš - Nice place to stay with fantastic breakfast.
