Mount Saint Margaret, archaeological site and hill in Kranj, Slovenia

Mount Saint Margaret is a hill near the city of Kranj standing at about 646 meters (2,120 feet) and offering expansive views of the surrounding landscape from its summit. The hill is easily reached via well-maintained paths from the village of Stražišče or by car, and at the top sits the Church of Saint Margaret alongside Hotel Bellevue, which serves food and drinks daily.

The hill was settled in ancient times, as shown by archaeological finds of tools and pottery dating back centuries. In the Middle Ages, the Bishopric of Freising owned the land and planted vineyards, while below the hill stood Wartenburg Castle built by the Counts of Ortenburg until the bishop had it destroyed.

The hill is named after the Church of Saint Margaret at its summit, built in 1342 and thoroughly restored in 1989. The church and the surrounding paths remain in use, and the summit also hosts Hotel Bellevue with its restaurant and children's playground, a venue for various events.

The climb is best started from the village of Stražišče and follows well-marked and maintained paths suitable for people of all ages. A drive to the top by car is also possible, and Hotel Bellevue provides meals and drinks from late morning until late evening.

The hill's lowest summit, Grmada, held a settlement in the Early Iron Age. The church of St. Margaret was built in 1342 and thoroughly restored in 1989. At the foot of the hill lies the Bauhenk ski jumping hill, where Slovenian ski jumpers trained.