WEEKEND EVENT: IX KNEŽEVO TRANSVERSAL

The hiking club "Vilenska Vrela" from Kneževo is organizing the ninth traditional Kneževo Transversal on May 26th, starting at 9:00 AM. According to the club, the event will once again be held in the Cvrcka Canyon in memory of the nature enthusiast and hiker, Smiljana Nikodinović.

The circular trail, starting from Hrvaćani and passing through Muški and Ženski Vir, the Kapnica Cave, Bekića Zelenac, Opaki Vir, and finally reaching the Vilenska Vrela plateau near Tepići village, attracts more and more lovers of Cvrcka's turquoise gems each year.

This year, the organizers faced an additional challenge as the hanging bridge leading to the Vilenska Vrela plateau was recently destroyed. However, thanks to the volunteer efforts of the club members and the funds raised, a temporary crossing has been constructed for this weekend’s event. Their ultimate goal remains to rebuild the hanging bridge, so this year's event will be more modest, with funds directed towards the bridge reconstruction.

“Enjoyment in the Cvrcka’s ambiance will not be lacking,” say the hikers, presenting the event plan.

EVENT PLAN:

08:00 to 09:00 - Gathering at the starting point in Tepići, Živinice.

09:00 - Departure to the Cvrcka Canyon.

16:00 - Arrival at the endpoint, followed by the distribution of thank-you notes to hiking clubs and donors.

The trail is of medium difficulty, 14 km long, with an elevation difference of 630 meters, and the activity will last for 7 hours with breaks. Participants must adhere to the guides' instructions, with any changes being made by the guides according to circumstances and weather conditions.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:

• High hiking boots (mandatory)
• 1L of water (the trail has many drinkable water sources)
• Day backpack up to 35L
• Food for one day
• Trekking poles, raincoat
• Spare clothes
• Sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, personal documents
• Personal first aid kit and any necessary medications

Hiking clubs and organizations planning to attend are asked to announce their participation by calling 065/167-114 (Dijana), or through Instagram or the hiking club's Facebook page.